Louisiana Storm Relief Grant Program

Insurance alone
isn't enough.

When the storm passes, the road to recovery begins. The Godbey Giardina Building Hope Foundation is a community-focused nonprofit helping Louisiana and Mississippi families take that first step — covering the deductible so they can start rebuilding what was lost.

  • Selected by demonstrated need — not a lottery
  • No donation or purchase required to apply
  • Direct, practical relief — paid to help cover your deductible
Apply for a grant See how it works

What's being awarded

$10,000
in Deductible Assistance
4
Families
$2,500
Each
Free Bins
For those affected by the recent weather events

Every grant goes directly toward your insurance deductible.

Recipients are chosen based on storm impact and demonstrated need — this is a charitable assistance program, not a sweepstakes.

Applications are open now.

Building Hope Foundation

Built for moments like this.

This foundation was built by neighbors, for neighbors. When the storm passes and recovery begins, we step in to help families bridge the gap — providing real, practical relief that gets them one step closer to home.

How to apply

Four steps. Under ten minutes.

  1. 1

    Start your application

    Complete the secure form below — no account needed.

  2. 2

    Tell us about your loss

    Your property, your carrier, and your deductible amount.

  3. 3

    Upload your documents

    Proof of loss + proof of your deductible.

  4. 4

    Submit before the deadline

    Applications close 08/01/2026. Recipients are contacted directly.

No donation or purchase required to apply.Grants are awarded based on demonstrated need.

Who qualifies

If the storm hit your home,
this is for you.

  • Homeowners impacted by recent weather events — tornadoes, tropical storms, and severe weather — in southeast Louisiana or southwest Mississippi.
  • You can provide proof of loss and proof of your deductible amount.
  • Applications are reviewed based on storm impact and financial hardship.

The application

Apply for a Deductible Assistance Grant

Everything is reviewed by the Foundation. Your information is used only to evaluate your application.

Please enter your name.
Please enter a valid email.
Please enter a phone number.
Please select an option.
Please enter the property address.
Please enter your city.
Please select your area.
Please enter your ZIP.
Please enter your deductible.
Please enter the date of loss.
Please tell us briefly what happened.
↑Upload a photo or PDF — claim letter, damage photos, adjuster report
Please upload proof of loss.
↑Upload a photo or PDF — declarations page showing your deductible
Please upload proof of your deductible.

Submitting takes less than 10 minutes · Your documents are used only to review your application.

✓

Your application has been received.

Thank you for trusting us with your story. A member of the Foundation will review your application and reach out directly with next steps — including how to send in your supporting documentation.

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We show up when it matters.

The Godbey Giardina Building Hope Foundation exists because recovery is never something a family should face alone. Every grant, every container, every dollar goes toward one thing — helping our neighbors get home.

No gimmick. No lottery. Just neighbors taking care of neighbors.

Questions

Before you apply.

Is there any cost to apply?+

None. No donation or purchase is required, and applying does not obligate you to anything. This is a charitable assistance program run by the Building Hope Foundation.

How are recipients chosen?+

Applications are reviewed based on storm impact and demonstrated financial need — not a random drawing. Four families will be selected to receive a $2,500 grant and a storage container.

What documents do I need?+

Proof of loss (such as a claim letter, adjuster report, or damage photos) and proof of your deductible amount (typically your insurance declarations page). You can upload photos or PDFs directly in the form.

How is the grant paid?+

Grants are paid out as soon as recipients are confirmed, applied directly toward your deductible so recovery can begin without delay.

Who is the Godbey Giardina Building Hope Foundation?+

The Godbey Giardina Building Hope Foundation is a community-focused nonprofit dedicated to helping the community before, during, and after severe weather. Through deductible assistance grants and practical relief like storage containers, we step in with the resources families need most during recovery. Donations may be tax-deductible — see the tax-exempt details in the footer or consult your advisor. 501(c)(3)

What's the deadline?+

Applications close 08/01/2026. The window doesn't stay open long, so we encourage you to apply as soon as you're able.

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This is a charitable assistance program, not a sweepstakes or lottery. No donation or purchase is required to apply. Grants are awarded based on demonstrated need. Tax-exempt status / EIN: [501(c)(3) info.