Apply for Tornado Non-Profit Emergency Grant Funds

In response to the May 16th, 2025 tornado, many non-profit organizations initiated various activities to address the immediate emergency needs of City residents and the impacted neighborhoods, and incurred expenses. Acknowledging the dedication of area non-profit organizations to the mission, the City of St. Louis has allocated Rams Settlement Funds to provide reimbursement grants to eligible nonprofits. The City of St. Louis will contract with United Way of Greater St. Louis to administer funds. 

Eligible non-profits may receive a grant of up to $150,000 to reimburse for costs incurred between May 16 and August 31. The total anticipated amount of funds available for these grants is $3,500,000.00, less United Way administrative fees.

1. Review this guidance to learn what paperwork is needed and how to prepare. 
2. Use the Begin Online button below to apply and submit your materials by September 19, 2025. You may need to create an account prior to submission.

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Grants will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Once application materials are submitted, while we hope to be responsive, please expect several weeks for the selection committee to review documentation. Any and all correspondence about your organization’s application will be handled through your organization's designated primary contact, including questions the fiscal agent may have about your application materials.

If your organization is awarded funds, the primary contact at your organization will be notified in writing.