Louisiana Gets Disaster Aid After Tropical Storm Arthur
Published Date: 8/7/2026
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Summary
This is notice of the Presidential declaration of a major disaster for Public Assistance Only for the state of Louisiana (FEMA- 4927-DR), dated June 30, 2026. Incident: Tropical Storm Arthur.
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SBA disaster loans open to local nonprofits
Private nonprofit organizations that provide essential governmental services in Avoyelles, Pointe Coupee, St. Charles, St. Landry, and Winn parishes may apply for SBA disaster loans for damage from Tropical Storm Arthur (incident period June 17–24, 2026). You can apply online at https://lending.sba.gov or at locally announced locations. The physical damage loan application deadline is August 31, 2026 and the Economic Injury (EIDL) loan application deadline is March 30, 2027.
3.625% interest rate for nonprofit disaster loans
The interest rate for both physical damage and Economic Injury Disaster Loans for private nonprofit organizations is 3.625%, whether or not credit is available elsewhere. The disaster numbers are 21741B (physical damage) and 217420 (economic injury).
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