Kentucky Nonprofits Can Apply for Storm Disaster Loans
Published Date: 6/8/2026
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Summary
Kentucky just got a major disaster declaration after a severe winter storm hit from January 23-27, 2026. This means certain counties and nonprofit groups can now apply for special low-interest disaster loans to help fix damage and recover. Act fast—physical damage loan applications are due by July 28, 2026, and economic injury loans by March 1, 2027!
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Physical‑Damage SBA Loans for Nonprofits
Private non‑profit organizations that provide essential governmental services in the listed Kentucky counties may apply for SBA physical‑damage disaster loans. The incident period is January 23–27, 2026, the physical loan application deadline is July 28, 2026, and the interest rate shown for eligible private non‑profits is 3.625%. Primary Counties: Allen, Barren, Clay, Clinton, Cumberland, Jackson, Laurel, Lee, McCreary, Menifee, Metcalfe, Monroe, Owsley, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Russell, Wayne, Whitley.
Economic Injury (EIDL) Loans for Nonprofits
Private non‑profit organizations providing essential governmental services in the listed Kentucky counties may apply for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL). The EIDL application deadline is March 1, 2027, and the interest rate listed for eligible private non‑profits is 3.625%. Primary Counties: Allen, Barren, Clay, Clinton, Cumberland, Jackson, Laurel, Lee, McCreary, Menifee, Metcalfe, Monroe, Owsley, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Russell, Wayne, Whitley.
Declaration Is Public Assistance Only
The Presidential major disaster declaration for Kentucky (FEMA‑4913‑DR) was issued May 29, 2026 and is designated 'Public Assistance Only' for the January 23–27, 2026 severe winter storm. The notice identifies disaster numbers 21620B (physical damage) and 216210 (economic injury).
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