Texas General Land Office Disaster Recovery

Texas General Land Office Community Development

Closed Disaster Relief

About This Program

State-administered CDBG-DR program providing home repair grants to uninsured and underinsured homeowners after federally-declared disasters. Program becomes available in Athens only after presidential disaster declarations affecting Henderson County.

Grant amount based on unmet disaster-related repair needs

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Activated after federally-declared disasters
  • Up to $75,000 for unmet repair needs
  • For uninsured/underinsured homeowners
  • Income at or below 120% AMI prioritized
  • Check website after disaster declarations

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Athens, TX can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Athens early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Deadline: Program activated after federally-declared disasters

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