The Alabama Governor’s Emergency Relief Fund (GERF) is a “fund of last resort” for unmet needs of families and individuals working to recover from disasters in our state. There is a specific process for application through local Long Term Recovery Committees (LTRCs). LTRCs are set up in counties/regions to locate recovery resources, assess and confirm needs, and grant funding for rebuild and recovery. LTRCs request funding from a variety of sources, including Community Foundations and GERF. The GERF has provided funding for Hurricane Katrina 2005, April 2011 tornadoes and a various disaster recovery efforts in our state. The Governors Office of Volunteer Services (GOVS) and Alabama Emergency Management Agency (AEMA) co-chair the GERF and the United Ways of Alabama is the fiscal agent.

To donate to the Alabama Governor’s Relief Fund via credit card or mail donations to:

Governor’s Emergency Relief Fund
8 Commerce Street, Suite 1140
Montgomery, AL 36104

For Long Term Recovery Committees to request GERF Funding

GERF Policy and Forms:

GERF Policies and Procedures Updated Feb 2019
PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

A-Request-for-Funding-2018
A1 – LTRC List
A2 – Request for Funding Budget Proposal
A3 – Request for Funding Review and Checklist
C – Application and Distribution Record
D – Service and Expenditure Summary Report 2016
E – Cumulative Distribution Record  – This form should be completed and submitted with application request.
F-Exception-Request (2)

Community Emergency Shelter Application