CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY TO THE FARMER FLOOD RELIEF FUND GRANT

How Washington Farmland Trust and SVPA Are Working Together

Washington Farmland Trust will be launching a complementary, broader flood relief campaign in January to support farms impacted by flooding across Washington State. Their campaign will raise funds to assist farmers in multiple flood-impacted counties, including Benton, Chelan, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, King*, Kittitas, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish*, Thurston, Yakima, and Whatcom.

* For King and Snohomish Counties, SVPA is serving as the primary regional relief fund, coordinating and distributing micro-grants through the Farmer Flood Relief Fund in collaboration with regional partners. Washington Farmland Trust is supporting this coordinated approach as a funding partner, while continuing to focus its own campaign on meeting needs across the broader set of flood-impacted counties statewide. This collaborative effort is meant to ensure alignment, reduce duplication, and strengthen overall impact.

Within Washington Farmland Trust’s campaign, priority will be given to farmers operating on WFT-conserved land or who are active clients of the Farm to Farmer program, with additional funds distributed to other impacted farms as resources allow. Together, this coordinated approach allows both organizations to respond effectively to widespread flooding while ensuring that farms in King and Snohomish Counties have a clear, centralized pathway for support.

UPDATE: Washington Farmland Trust’s grant application process is OPEN. See by clicking the panel below titled “Washington Farmland Trust Farm Disaster Relief Fund.”

Washington Farmland Trust – Farm Disaster Relief Fund

Washington Farmland Trust has created an emergency relief fund to support commercial farms in disaster declared counties impacted by the atmospheric river in December 2025.

Grants are available in amounts up to $5,000, and are intended to help farms address recovery efforts to support cleanup and repair. Eligible uses include but are not limited to infrastructure repairs, debris cleanup, material losses, farm accessibility, soil and field testing and restoration, and labor.

Get all of the details on eligibility requirements, disbursal of funds, accessibility, and more by clicking the link below.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR A WASHINGTON FARMLAND TRUST FARM DISASTER RELIEF FUND GRANT

Tilth Alliance is offering Flood Relief Grants to farm businesses impacted by the December 2025 atmospheric rivers. Grants will be available to those in disaster declared counties to assist with the immediate needs of recovery. These grant funds are available for, but not limited to, covering financial losses due to relocation, beginning cleanup efforts, and repairs to equipment and infrastructure. Grants will be accepted on a rolling basis starting at the end of January. Funding amounts will be dependent on need up to $10,000.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY TO TILTH ALLIANCE – WASHINGTON STATE FLOOD RELIEF GRANTS

REALTORS® Relief Foundation Announces Relief Grant to Aid Flooding Victims in Washington State

Updated January 15th 2026

Read announcement here.

Financial Support from the REALTORS® Relief Foundation

NAR’s REALTORS® Relief Foundation® (RRF) approved Washington REALTORS®’ disaster relief grant application in the wake of the devastating flooding that swept across western Washington, opening up thousands of dollars in assistance to the flooding victims across the state.

And these funds aren’t just for members of the REALTOR® family — any Washington resident who suffered damage to their primary residence can apply for assistance from the RRF.

Here’s What You Need to Know About Applying for RRF Disaster Relief…

• Before applying, please review the Required Documentation Checklist Here to determine which documents are required with your application and if you qualify for assistance.
• Apply for REALTORS® Relief Foundation Assistance by clicking the link below.

APPLY HERE

Questions?

Please direct any questions to floodreliefassistance@warealtor.org or 800.562.6024.

Type of Assistance
Assistance is available to qualified applicants towards one of the following options:

1) Monthly mortgage expense for the primary residence that was damaged by the Disaster or;

2) Rental cost due to displacement from the primary residence resulting from the Disaster or;

3) Hotel reimbursement due to displacement from the primary residence resulting from the disaster.

Relief assistance is limited to a maximum of $1,000 per household.

The deadline for application submission is March 13, 2026.

Please note, this assistance is for housing relief only; other expenses including second mortgages (home equity lines or loans), clothing, appliances, equipment, vehicle purchase, rental or repair, and or mileage are ineligible for reimbursement under this program.

Eligibility
Recipient must be a full-time resident and citizen or legally admitted for residence in impacted Washington counties.

Confidentiality
All information provided on this form will remain confidential and will be available only to those who need to confirm eligibility for assistance and to those who process the assistance to be provided. This includes providing a copy of this application to the applicant’s lender or landlord, if requested. It will not be shared with other parties for any other purpose.

Disbursement of Funds
In order to provide for a reasonable and equitable distribution of funds, assistance will be provided on a first come, first serve basis.

All grants are contingent upon the availability of funds. An approved recipient will have 90 days from the check date to deposit their check. Checks not cashed in this time frame will be voided, the recipient’s request will be closed, and funds will be returned to RRF for future disaster relief efforts.

Flood recovery can be overwhelming, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you are a farmer, resident, or business owner in the Snoqualmie Valley seeking volunteer assistance for cleanup or recovery, please complete this request form.

SVPA will do our best to match requests with volunteers and help connect you to other active volunteer efforts, including Love Snoqualmie Valley, the Duvall Community Flood Clean Up, and additional community-led responses as they develop. We will continue updating this page as recovery efforts evolve.

What you’ll find here:

This section brings together trusted information to support individuals, families, and farmers in the days and weeks following a flood. It includes guidance on food safety, water quality, cleanup and health considerations, and recovery assistance programs.

Topics covered include:

• Food safety and clean water guidance from the Washington State Department of Health and CDC

• Safe cleanup practices after flooding

• Water purification resources

• USDA Farm Service Agency disaster assistance programs for farmers and ranchers

• Links to additional state and federal recovery resources

• Information available in multiple languages where possible

Download the “After the Flood” Resource Guide (PDF)

General Community Links and Resources: 

• floodrecovery.wa.gov  A new website launched December 25th 2025 including:
  • Cash Assistance
    • Washington State Disaster Assistance
    • American Red Cross
  • Food Assistance
  • Housing and Property Assistance
    • Manufactured/Mobile Home Relocation Assistance
    • Housing Trust Fund
    • Public Works Board  emergency funding available through ZoomGrants.
  • Livestock Assistance
  • Medication and Medical Equipment Replacement
  • County Resources
  • Online Resources
  • Business Resources
  • Flood Cleanup Tips
  • How To Help
• King County Flood Recovery Resources
  • Safety When Entering Flooded Property
  • Property and Business Owner Resources
  • Clean-Up and Debris Disposal
  • Septic Systems: Before and After a Power Outage
  • Destroyed property relief – King County, Washington
• King County Office of Emergency Management 
  • REPORT RESIDENTIAL DAMAGE/LOSSES
  • REPORT BUSINESS DAMAGE/LOSSES
  • King County Emergency News
  • Destroyed Property Relief 
  • Housing Repair Program
• Department of Ecology – Post-Flood Resources for Communities
  • Starting a Flood Insurance Claim
  • How to Document Damage/Impacts
  • Department of Ecology Regional Contacts
• Atmospheric River Storm Guide and Resources 
  • General Resources
  • Open Shelter Locations
  • Current Road Maps and Outage Updates
  • County Resources – King, Snohomish, Pierce, Chelan, Kittitas
  • Flood Insurance Claim and Disaster Relief Resources
• Washington State Department of Health
  • Floods and Septic Systems Before, During, and After a Flood

Agriculture-Specific Flood Recovery Resources

• US Department of Agriculture Disaster Assistance Programs 
  • Disaster Assistance Programs at a Glance 
  • Farm Service Agency – Noninsured Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) 
  • USDA Risk Management Agency – Whole-Farm Revenue Protection 
  • Disaster Assistance Discovery Tool -Learn about USDA disaster assistance programs that might be right for you by completing five simple steps.
• Federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance Program
• Washington State University
  • Free Therapy Voucher Program 
• Crisis Support for Agricultural Communities
  • AgriStress Helpline
• Eat Local First – Flood Relief
• Farm Aid – Request for Assistance 

Applications open for $2.5M in Washington state disaster assistance

Updated January 27th 2026

Applications are open for state disaster assistance!

Read the latest news announcement here.

There is currently $2.5 million available for short-term housing, small home repairs, and food replacement for residents in King, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom, Lewis and Pierce County impacted by the historic flooding event last month.

You can apply online at SAHelp.org, by phone at 833-719-4981, or in-person at a Disaster Assistance Center.

In-person assistance available starting January 2nd 2026

 Governor Bob Ferguson is urging people whose homes were damaged December’s historic flooding to apply for $2.5 million in state assistance to help with their immediate needs.

The funding is part of the $3.5 million unlocked with Governor Ferguson’s disaster declaration. The first $1 million was distributed in Disaster Cash Assistance by the Department of Social and Health Services to those most in need. The funding was distributed over five days to more than 2,600 households. More information about recovery assistance, including how to replace food lost in the flooding that was purchased using food benefits, is available at floodrecovery.wa.gov.

Those who suffered damage during the storm are encouraged to submit an Unmet Needs Assessment Form. Impacted individuals should visit SAHelp.org and enter their zip code to start the process. After filling out the form, case managers will determine eligibility for Household Needs Grants, which help cover costs associated with recovery to include short-term housing, small home repairs, and food replacement. The Salvation Army is partnering with the state to help people find assistance. In-person assistance is available at Disaster Assistance Centers (DACs), listed below.

To support this expansion and ongoing recovery efforts, the Disaster Recovery Hotline has updated its hours of operation. The hotline is now open seven days a week, including weekends, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The hotline will be closed on Jan. 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Those who may be eligible for a Household Needs Grants must:

• Live in an eligible county – Currently King, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom, Pierce or Lewis;
• Earn 80 percent or less of the area median gross income, as defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; and
• Show that their primary residence was destroyed or seriously damaged (water has reached the electrical outlets on the home’s first floor) by flooding events between December 5 and December 22, 2025.

The state may add more eligible counties as damage assessments are completed. Grants are based on household size, up to the maximums listed below:

Important Information About Applying:

Unmet Needs Assessment Forms are submitted through SAHelp.org, by phone, or in person at Disaster Assistance Centers (DACs) in local areas. Submitting the form does not automatically mean an individual or household will receive state funding. Additional verification will be required.

After the form is submitted, a Salvation Army Disaster Case Manager will contact the resident to review their situation and identify available recovery assistance. This support may include local, state, federal, nonprofit, and donated resources.

How to Apply:

• Online: Salvation Army website at sahelp.org
• By phone: 833-719-4981
• In person: visit a Disaster Assistance Center in the county in which a resident lives

Additional recovery information and updates will be shared as they become available.

Help support flood response and recovery efforts in the Snoqualmie Valley.

As conditions allow, volunteers play an important role in supporting cleanup, recovery, and community needs following flooding events. Opportunities may vary based on safety, timing, and location.

Volunteer roles may include:

• Assisting with post-flood cleanup efforts

• Supporting farms and landowners with recovery tasks

• Helping with outreach, supply distribution, or administrative support

• On-call assistance as needs evolve

Volunteer Sign-ups by Location and Date:

• Lora Lee’s Family Farm Flood Clean Up – December 20 &21, 2025 – Sign Up Here

Additional Volunteer Opportunities: Sign Up Below 

• Love Snoqualmie Valley – Volunteer Opportunities & Sign Up 
• Duvall Community Flood Clean Up Organized by Country Roney – Volunteer Opportunities & Sign Up 

Help provide direct support to farmers impacted by flooding.

Donations to the Farmer Relief Fund help provide timely, flexible assistance to farmers facing flood-related losses and disruptions. Funds may be used to support immediate recovery needs and help farms remain viable through repeated flooding events.

Every contribution—large or small—helps support the farmers who steward our Valley’s land and food systems.

Donate to the Farmer Flood Relief Fund

Be a Loyal Local Farm Customer (Or become a new one!)

Many Snoqualmie Valley farms have been impacted by the largest flood in a decade. While some immediate relief funds are helping address urgent needs, one of the most powerful ways to support farmers—right now and in the months ahead—is by continuing to show up as a customer.

During and after flooding, farmers often face lost crops, damaged infrastructure, inaccessible fields, and delayed sales. Steady community support helps farms recover and remain viable long after floodwaters recede.

Ways you can support local farms:

• Buy directly from farmers when farm stands and markets reopen

• Sign up for a CSA (many winter and spring CSAs are enrolling now)

• Purchase farm products or gift cards to use later

• Try a new farm or deepen your relationship with a farm you already support

• Invest in local food systems that sustain farmers year-round

Thank you for standing with Snoqualmie Valley farmers and supporting the people who steward our lands and feed our communities.