New Hampshire nonprofits get disaster loans after summer flooding
Published Date: 10/20/2026
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A major disaster was declared for New Hampshire after severe storms and flooding hit Carroll County in June 2026. This means nonprofit groups can now apply for low-interest disaster loans to help fix damage or recover lost income. Physical damage loan applications are due by December 7, 2026, and economic injury loans by July 7, 2027.
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Disaster loans available to nonprofits
Private non-profit organizations that provide essential governmental services in Carroll County, New Hampshire may apply for disaster loans after the June 10–11, 2026 severe storm and flooding. The Presidential major disaster declaration was issued October 7, 2026, which enables these nonprofit organizations to seek SBA disaster assistance.
3.625% interest rate for eligible loans
The SBA set the interest rate at 3.625% for both physical damage loans and economic injury (EIDL) loans for private non-profit organizations, whether or not they have credit available elsewhere. This 3.625% rate applies to the disaster assistance tied to this declaration (Disaster numbers 219706 and 219710).
Loan application deadlines announced
Physical damage loan applications must be submitted by December 7, 2026, and Economic Injury (EIDL) loan applications must be submitted by July 7, 2027. You must apply by these dates to be considered for the respective SBA disaster loans for this declaration.
Designation limited to Carroll County
The disaster declaration identifies Carroll County, New Hampshire as the primary area determined to be adversely affected by the June 10–11, 2026 storm and flooding. Only areas listed as adversely affected are noted in the declaration.
How to apply and contact help
Eligible private non-profits may apply online at the MySBA Loan Portal (https://lending.sba.gov) or in person at locally announced locations. For assistance, applicants can contact the SBA disaster assistance customer service center at 1-800-659-2955 or email [email protected]; relay service via 7-1-1 is available for those with hearing or speech disabilities.
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