Resources for Anderson and Madison County residents affected by the August 2026 flooding

Last updated: October 21, 2026 @ 1:00pm

Anderson Public Library has compiled resources below to help Madison County residents who have been impacted by flooding across our community. Information and resources are updated continuously as new details become available. Please call any organization listed on this page before traveling to confirm availability.

Not finding what you need here? Call 211, available 24/7! Contact 211 as a starting point for local support and resources. 211 will connect you to services, emergency housing and shelter, and financial assistance based on your individual needs. You can also visit Anderson Public Library for help locating resources and accessing online services.

Keep up with official city emergency and flood recovery updates:

City of Anderson Website

City of Anderson Facebook

City of Anderson - Flood Information

Madison County Emergency Management Agency Facebook

Indiana Department of Homeland Security

Organizations should submit corrections to this page’s information at reference@andersonlibrary.net.

Need Help Now?

How APL Can Help

Anderson Public Library is available to help residents affected by the flooding.

At the library, you can:

• • Access free Wi-Fi and public computers
  • Charge phones and other devices
  • Print, copy, fax, or scan documents for free until November 3. On November 4, printing, copying, and faxing will require payment.
  • Get help locating verified community resources
  • Scan, save, email, or upload documents and photographs for insurance claims and assistance applications
  • Ask-a-Lawyer with Indiana Legal Services: Take advantage of the library's monthly legal assistance program for questions regarding property, insurance disputes, or landlord-tenant issues, and more.

Special On-Site Events:

FEMA In-Person Assistance - Representatives from FEMA will be at Anderson Public Library on Wednesday, October 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Friday, October 23 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to assist residents face-to-face with disaster loan and grant applications, answer questions, and connect you with recovery resources.

Address: 111 E. 12^th Street, Anderson, IN 46016
Phone: (765) 641-2456
Email: reference@andersonlibrary.net
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FEMA – Individual Assistance

Important Deadline: The FEMA Individual Assistance application deadline is October 25, 2026.

Important: Reporting damage through Indiana 211 or applying for Indiana State Disaster Relief Fund assistance does not automatically register you for FEMA assistance. A separate FEMA application is required.

Madison County has been approved for FEMA Individual Assistance following the severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding. FEMA Individual Assistance may provide financial assistance and other services to eligible individuals and households with disaster-related needs and expenses that are uninsured or underinsured.

Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance:

• Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.
• If you have insurance, file a claim with your insurance company as soon as possible. FEMA cannot provide assistance for losses already covered by insurance.
• If you have already applied, visit DisasterAssistance.gov to check your application status, submit documents, understand your decision letter, or file an appeal.

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Indiana State Disaster Relief Fund - Individual Assistance

Indiana’s State Disaster Relief Fund will provide up to $5,000 in emergency assistance to eligible Hoosiers impacted by recent storms and severe weather. The State Disaster Relief Fund is intended to help with immediate needs. Funds are available for eligible applicants up to $5,000. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee you will receive funds.

Click here to access the online application.

American Red Cross Financial Assistance

The American Red Cross is offering financial assistance to households with qualifying major damage from the August storms and flooding. To be eligible, the damaged home must have been the household’s primary residence in a confirmed disaster-impacted area, the head of household must provide proof of identity and residence, and the home must have been destroyed or sustained significant structural damage requiring extensive repairs. Red Cross disaster assistance is not a loan and does not need to be repaid.

For questions about Red Cross disaster assistance, call 1-800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).

REALTORS® Relief Foundation – Individual Assistance

Eligible Indiana homeowners and renters impacted by the August storms may apply for up to $1,000 in housing-related assistance through the REALTORS® Relief Foundation and MIBOR REALTOR® Association.

Assistance may be used toward a mortgage payment for a disaster-damaged primary residence, rental costs resulting from displacement, or hotel expenses resulting from displacement.

Funding is available first-come, first-served until funds are exhausted or November 11, 2026. Complete applications are generally expected to be processed within three to five business days.

Apply here: https://www.mibor.com/community/2026-storm-relief/

Source: Madison County Flood Relief website

HUD/FHA Mortgage – Individual Assistance

HUD has announced federal disaster protections for homeowners affected by the August disaster, including a 90-day foreclosure moratorium for FHA-insured mortgages in federally declared disaster areas.

Homeowners with an FHA-insured mortgage who are having difficulty making mortgage payments because of the disaster should contact their mortgage servicer to discuss available disaster-relief options.

Apply Here: https://www.hud.gov/news/hud-no-26-064

Source: Madison County Flood Relief website

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Madison County Community Foundation – Flood Aid for Anderson Fund

Phase Two of the Flood Aid for Anderson Fund is now open. Local businesses and households located within verified flood-impacted areas that have not yet received assistance may apply. Eligible applicants will receive approximately $300 in direct, immediate assistance to help with urgent short-term recovery needs.

Apply Here: Visit the Madison County Community Foundation website to complete the application or click here.

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Indiana 211 Damage Reporting  - Report Flood Damage 

Reporting damage to 211 helps the Indiana Department of Homeland Security and local officials determine the extent of the disaster and whether additional disaster-recovery assistance may be needed.

Important: Reporting damage is not an application for financial assistance and does not guarantee that assistance will become available.

Document Your Damage
If it is safe to do so:

• Take photographs and video before removing damaged property.
• Photograph visible water lines and structural damage.
• Make a list of damaged or destroyed belongings.
• Keep receipts for cleanup, emergency repairs, temporary housing, and other flood-related expenses.
• Contact your insurance company.
• Keep copies of insurance correspondence and repair estimates.

Do not enter a building that may be structurally unsafe.

Call: 211 or use the online Disaster Damage Reporting Tool here
Toll-free: 866-211-9966
Source: Indiana Department of Homeland Security website and Facebook page

 

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Cleanup Assistance

IDES – Flood Cleanup & Recovery Assistance

Several local churches are partnering with International Disaster Emergency Services (IDES) to provide flood relief assistance to those in our community who have been affected. If you or someone you know needs help cleaning up, removing debris, or beginning the process of rebuilding, please fill out the form here: Flood Recovery Assistance Form.

Source: Bethany Christian Church Facebook

 
City of Anderson - Flood Debris Removal 

Dumpsters have been deployed in key areas affected by the flooding that occurred. Residents are free to load items into these dumpsters. Avoid hazardous materials such as chemicals, tires, paints, refrigerators, freezers and electronics should be set near the dumpster in a separate area.

Click here for the dumpster location map.

 

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 Shelter & Housing Assistance 

For current housing placement and emergency shelter availability, call Indiana 211 (dial 211 or 866-211-9966).

• Salvation Army Community Flood Shelter: 1615 Meridian Street, 765-644-2538
• The Christian Center: 625 Main Street, 765-649-4264
• Rangeline Community Center: 1405 N. Rangeline Road, 317-572-8648
• Pendleton Christian Church: 1170 S. Pendleton Avenue, 765-778-2156

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 Food, Clothing & Supplies  

The Christian Center – Free Meals

The Christian Center provides free hot meals to anyone in need. No ID is required. Families and children are welcome.

Meal Times

Breakfast: 7:00–8:00 a.m. daily
Lunch: 12:00–1:00 p.m. daily
Dinner: 5:00–6:00 p.m. Monday–Saturday
No Sunday dinner

Address: 625 Main Street Anderson, IN 46016
Phone: 765-649-4264

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Park Place Food Pantry

Address: 501 College Drive, Anderson
Hours: Mon, Tue, Fri 12:00–2:00 p.m., Thu 6:00–7:30 p.m.
Phone: 765-374-4663

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Operation Love Ministries

Address: 620 E. 21st Street Anderson, IN 46016
Phone: 765-644-2121

Hours:

• Donation Drop-offs: Monday & Tuesday 9:00–11:30 a.m.
  

• Clothing & Emergency Food Distribution: Monday & Tuesday 1:00–3:30 p.m.
  

• Food Pantry Distributions: Wednesday 9:00–11:30 a.m. & 1:00–3:30 p.m.

• Clothing & Household Pantry: Thursday 9:00–11:30 a.m.

• Bonus Drive-Through Pantry: Thursday 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Source: Operation Love Ministries website and Facebook page

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Outfitters, Inc.

Outfitters provides new and gently used clothing at no cost to school-age children in need in Madison County. 

Address: 880 S. Pendleton Avenue Pendleton, IN 46064
Phone: 765-778-9097

Hours: Tuesday–Thursday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m; Monday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Get Clothing / Schedule an Appointment

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Eleos Center

Showers (8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.), laundry (8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.), and clothing vouchers available Monday–Thursday.

Address: 601 Meridian Street, Anderson, IN 46011
Phone: 765-649-4264

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Township Trustee Emergency Assistance

Township trustees can provide emergency financial assistance to qualifying residents for essential needs. Contact your township directly:

• • Anderson Township: 765-644-1267
  • Lafayette Township: 765-640-0977
  • Monroe Township / Alexandria: 765-724-3634
  • Stony Creek Township / Lapel: 765-534-4848
  • Union Township / Chesterfield: 765-387-0793
  • Van Buren Township / Summitville: 765-536-2042

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Additional Financial Recovery

City of Anderson Transit System – Free Fares

City of Anderson Transit System (CATS) and Nifty Lift are free until further notice, effective Monday, August 17. Reminder: The City of Anderson Transit System has a FREE CATS Mobile App! This app allows users to track buses in real time, plan routes, and save their favorite settings for added convenience. The Anderson CATS Shuttle App is available at the App Store and on Google Play.

Apple: https://apps.apple.com/.../anderson-cats.../id6755990770

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details

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Anderson Public Library – Free Document Services

Document services are free until further notice. Visitors can print, scan, copy, or fax documents at no charge.

Address: 111 E. 12th Street, Anderson, IN 46016
Phone: 765-641-2456

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The Salvation Army – Anderson Emergency Financial Assistance

Everyone seeking assistance for rent or utilities will need to complete an online application. We only accept applications between the 1st and 10th of each month. Those visiting the food pantry or in need of temporary emergency lodging will not need to use the online application and can register during normal food pantry and social service office hours. Contact for pantry and social service office hours.

Assistance Application

Address: 1615 Meridian St., Anderson, IN 46016
Phone: 765-644-2538

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