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REALTORS® Relief Foundation Impact

Over 18 years, the foundation has collected and distributed more than $32 million in aid for some 80 disasters in 39 states and territories since it launched after the September 11 terrorist attacks. It’s helped more than 13,000 families. Every dollar goes directly to victims of disaster. The National Association of REALTORS® covers 100% of administrative expenses.

Relief for Victims of Washington Wildfires

The 2015 wildfire season was the largest in Washington state history, with more than one million acres burning across the state from June to September. The fires destroyed hundreds of homes.

Michael Schoonover, President of Washington REALTORS® at the time, wrote: "The economic impact of these fires to the people living in these regions is astronomical. They have lost their homes and businesses. Thanks to the RRF, the members of the Association that most likely helped these individuals purchase their homes, will now be able to provide housing-related financial assistance to the victims of the fires. The RRF truly shows the power of the “R” and we appreciate all that our friends and colleagues around the country do to keep the RRF strong."

Steve Francks, also of Washington REALTORS®:

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Disaster Relief Volunteers Passing Out Water

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When major disaster strikes, the REALTORS® Relief Foundation has one goal: help families who have endured unimaginable loss. The REALTORS® Relief Foundation is currently coordinating efforts to provide relief for those affected by wildfires in California. The foundation has made a $1 million commitment to wildfire victims. Your support will help us continue meeting the immediate housing needs of disaster victims.

Contributions

The REALTORS® Relief Foundation welcomes contributions—not only in times of disaster, but at any time throughout the year—and 100% of all funds collected go to disaster relief causes.

Online — via credit card

Use this secure online form to make a contribution.

By mail — via check

Make checks payable to:

REALTORS® Relief Foundation
430 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611

Check Memo Description: RRF Contribution

Note: The REALTORS Relief Foundation distributes 100% of all funds collected to disaster relief causes. The funds are distributed on an "as-needed" basis by the Foundation's Directors. The Foundation cannot guarantee donors that donations made in response to a particular disaster will used for that specific disaster, but the Foundation does guarantee all donors that 100% of their donation will be used for an appropriate disaster relief effort.

Relief for Victims of North Dakota Flooding

Greg Larson discusses what it was like living through a flood that lasted 93 days. He talks about how it happened, the evacuation process, the material and personal losses, and the aftermath. He also covers what the REALTORS® Relief Fund did to help them get back on their feet:

Relief for Victims of Hurricane Sandy

In October 2012, Hurricane Sandy affected 24 states, including the entire eastern seaboard from Florida to Maine. A voluntary cooperative effort with the New Jersey and New York state associations provided mortgage and temporary rental assistance to victims of the storm. A total of $919,300 in financial assistance grants for this purpose was distributed to 666 families.

Christina Banasiak, 2013 President of the New Jersey Association of REALTORS®, recalls how the RRF helped residents of New Jersey:

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Relief for Victims of Storms Irene and Lee

In late summer 2011, Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee wreaked havoc on the East Coast. To provide housing assistance to storm victims, the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF) partnered with four state associations—New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, and Vermont—to collect and distribute funds for assistance. 

Relief for Tornado Victims

In April 2011, deadly tornadoes ripped through Missouri, Alabama, and other states resulting in widespread devastation. Hundreds lost their lives and thousands were left without homes. NAR’s REALTORS® Relief Foundation and the Alabama REALTOR® Disaster Relief Fund provided aid to over 150 families during the rebuilding efforts. 

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Local Relief Efforts

Several state and local REALTOR® associations have set up their own relief funds. If you would like to make a donation to a specific community, visit one of these sites for information:

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