A Member Benefit When You Need It Most
The Georgia Association of REALTORS®’ (GAR) Disaster Relief Fund is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that was established to assist Georgia REALTORS® who have suffered damages to their primary home or home office due to a natural disaster.
GAR may also direct funding to the local boards/associations that seek to provide needed supplies or aid in recovery efforts in communities throughout the state.
Criteria
Applicants for aid from the Disaster Relief Fund must meet the following criteria:
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- Must be a current dues-paying member or employee of GAR.
- Must have suffered damaged to their personal residence or business.
Criteria
Applicants for aid from the Disaster Relief Fund must meet the following criteria:
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- Must be a current dues-paying member or employee of GAR.
- Must have suffered damaged to their personal residence or business.
Apply Now
Association Executives (Local Board/Association Relief Assistance application)
GAR Members (Georgia REALTOR® Member Disaster Relief Assistance application)
Disaster Relief Fund Bylaws
Click Here to review the Disaster Relief Fund Bylaws
Disaster Relief Fund Policies & Procedures
Donate
Help your fellow REALTORS® – and possibly yourself in the future – by donating to the GAR Disaster Relief Fund. Click on the button below to donate today. No amount is too small!
Additional Resources
GAR Disaster Relief Fund flyer (2025)
Local Property Tax & Natural Disaster
Do you have a policy with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)? If so, click on the links below for quick access to resources from FEMA and GEMA.
NFIP Claims Handbook
How to Start a Flood Insurance Claim
VIDEO: How to Document Damage
Wind Damage Versus Floodwater Damage: What You Need to Know When Filing a Claim
Hurricane Evacuation Zones
History
The GAR Disaster Relief Fund has already contributed more than $400,000 to association members (REALTORS® and affiliates) that suffered catastrophic occurrences that left them with a financial burden. Amount of assistance varies. Some of the areas of assistance include: