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FEMA Disaster Assistance

July 3, 2026 by

Newark Community Resource

FEMA Disaster Assistance

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Residents affected by a declared disaster · All Wards

A City of Newark partner, FEMA Disaster Assistance helps lead violence prevention, trauma recovery, and community safety across the city.

About FEMA Disaster Assistance

Federal disaster-recovery help, including grants for temporary housing and home repairs, after a declared disaster.

At a glance

Call:1-800-621-3362Website:www.disasterassistance.govHours:Check their website →

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Office of Violence Prevention and Trauma Recovery (OVPTR)GovernmentEssex County Division of Senior ServicesFood & Basic NeedsInvest Newark (Urban Enterprise Zone)Technical Assistance

About this listing

FEMA Disaster Assistance is listed as a Newark community resource through HigherSelf’s partnership with the City of Newark Office of Violence Prevention & Trauma Recovery and the Brick City Peace Collective. HigherSelf maintains this directory as a free service so residents can reach trusted local support quickly.

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