Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack announced today that five Iowa counties will receive a total of more than $124,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Counties receiving the grants include Appanoose, Des Moines, Johnson, Scott, and Wapello. This funding will help Iowa's social service agencies feed and shelter those who are hungry and homeless. EFSP funds are used to supplement food, shelter, rent, mortgage, and utility assistance programs for people with non-disaster related emergencies.
"Far too many Iowans are trying to get back on their feet, and many still find themselves in need during these difficult times," said Loebsack. "It is important to assist those who are struggling, and this funding will better equip our local social service agencies to do so."
Details of the funding are below:
- Appanoose County $4,236
- Des Moines County $14,232
- Johnson County $33,106
- Scott County $59,087
- Wapello County $13,520
