Shawnee Homeowners to Benefit from $150,000 Donation by National Realtors After Tornado

The Realtors Relief Foundation, in a recent gesture of support, has bestowed a generous sum of $150,000 upon the Shawnee Board of Realtors. This substantial financial aid is specifically targeted to provide relief to homeowners in Shawnee, Kansas who were severely affected by the devastating tornadoes that swept through the area on April 19th.

Jamie Carter, who presides over the Shawnee board, welcomed this significant contribution. She expressed that these funds serve as vital, life-altering resources for those who are currently grappling with the aftermath of the disaster and are in the process of rebuilding their lives and homes. Carter emphasized that this act of generosity will have a broad-reaching impact, benefiting not just individual homeowners but the entire Shawnee community as a whole.

This grant provided to Shawnee forms part of a larger commitment of $1.6 million earmarked for disaster relief by the Realtors Relief Foundation. This significant sum will be dispersed among Realtor associations in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Kansas states that have all been impacted by recent natural disasters. The funds are intended to alleviate some of the financial strain for victims by assisting with their house payments, allowing for a smoother recovery process.

Homeowners who bore the brunt of the April 19 tornadoes are urged to reach out to the Shawnee Board of Realtors. They can do so by dialing 405-273-6113 to learn more about the assistance program and to commence their application process.

Mike McGrew, the president of the Realtors Relief Foundation, expressed his unwavering commitment to assisting the Shawnee community as they navigate their way through the recovery period post the destructive tornado. By joining forces with state and local partners, McGrew said they aim to amplify their outreach efforts and extend their capability to offer aid to those most in need.

He conveyed his hope that the assistance extended by the Realtor community, along with the National Association of Realtors, would serve as a critical resource for those profoundly impacted by this catastrophic event.

Since its inception in 2001, the Realtors Relief Foundation has made a significant difference in many lives. The foundation has disbursed in excess of $38 million in aid, positively impacting more than 19,000 families across 42 states and territories. In a concerted effort to ensure maximum impact, the National Association of Realtors collaborates with state and local Realtor associations to absorb all administrative costs. This ensures that every penny of the funds collected goes directly towards disaster relief efforts, bringing some measure of comfort to those dealing with the aftermath of such devastating events.