Introduction
The purpose of the DRG Program is to support those most in need and those least able to return their homes to a safe and habitable condition after a natural disaster such as low-income earners and where the damage is not covered by insurance, subject to eligibility requirements. In doing so, it seeks to alleviate personal hardship and distress arising as a result of natural disasters in NSW.
The purpose of the DRG Program is:
- to provide a safety net for the most vulnerable in the community
- to provide a contribution toward the applicant’s recovery
- to assist the applicant to return to a basic standard of living.
Grants provided under the DRG Program will be assessed on the basis of eligibility not ‘entitlement’ and may be partnered with other forms of assistance, including referrals to other agencies.
The DRG Program is funded and administered by NSW Reconstruction Authority.
Eligibility
For full details of the eligibility criteria visit Disaster Relief Grant for individuals on NSW Reconstruction Authority website.
How to apply
- Read the grant guidelines and FAQs to learn more about the program.
- Check you meet the eligibility criteria listed on the NSW Reconstruction Authority website.
- Call Service NSW on 13 77 88, Monday to Friday between 7am and 7pm (Sydney time) to discuss your application.