NSS Disaster Relief Benefits
Members who live in areas affected by natural disasters may be eligible to receive this Disaster Relief Fraternal Benefit upon meeting the following criteria:
Natural disasters include, but are not limited to:
- Hurricanes
- Tornadoes
- Floods
- Earthquakes
- Wildfires
- Forest fires
The following qualifications apply:
- Must be federal or state declared disaster
- Member must be in good standing
- Maximum benefit per family is $1000 regardless of number of calamities suffered by the family and/or the number of adult members affected.
- Benefit is for “out of pocket” expenses not reimbursed by insurance and/or relief from FEMA or other agencies
- Photos and/or documentation of loss must accompany application
- The NSS shall have sole discretion in determining payees and the dollar amounts of any awards
- Disaster Relief Benefit does not cover damage resulting from water entering basement due to sewer backup or sump pump failure
- Assemblies and Regions shall be notified and encouraged to add to the award.