West Virginia Chamber Foundation
2025 West Virginia Flooding Relief

Helping West Virginia Communities

In June, heavy rains and flash flooding devastated communities in Ohio & Marion counties, where 3 to 4 inches of rain fell in less than an hour. Many small businesses suffered severe damage and disruption. The West Virginia Chamber Foundation, in partnership with RED (Regional Economic Development Partnership), is mobilizing resources to help these businesses recover and reopen.

Through the support of generous donors, small businesses in flood-affected counties may apply for mini-grants of $500–$1,000 to assist with essential operating expenses, payroll, utilities, and rebuilding needs.

The West Virginia Chamber Foundation is committed to helping communities impacted by these harsh conditions, and we need your help. Your contributions are crucial for making a meaningful difference.

Email Kathy Thomas at [email protected] to make a monetary donation. Please call 304-342-1115 if you have any questions.

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Mini-Grant Opportunity for Flood-Affected Small Businesses

The West Virginia Chamber Foundation, in partnership with RED, is offering Mini-Grants of $500–$1,000 to help small businesses in flood-affected counties recover from the June 14, 2025 disaster.

Funds may be used for payroll, utilities, operating expenses, or rebuilding needs. Applications are simple and will be reviewed quickly, with award decisions made within 10 business days.

Eligible applicants include small businesses directly impacted in Federally Declared Disaster Counties or State of Emergency Declared Counties. All recipients must submit a brief report on use of funds by December 31, 2025.

Apply by September 10, 2025 via email to [email protected] or [email protected], or by mail to: The West Virginia Chamber Foundation, c/o Elizabeth House | 1624 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston, WV 25311

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West Virginia Chamber of Commerce Flooding Impact Survey

The West Virginia Chamber of Commerce is sharing a Flooding Impact Survey for Businesses after the devastating floods and severe weather experienced in June.

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Emergency Assistance & Supplies

Call WV 211 (304-232-4625 ext. 1) if you need assistance with hotels or other monetary assistance relating to flood recovery.

Marion County

Ohio County

Below you will find information on organizations and businesses accepting donations to help those affected by the devastating flooding in Ohio and Marion counties.

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Resources

West Virginia Chamber of Commerce Flooding Impact Survey

The West Virginia Chamber of Commerce is sharing a Flooding Impact Survey for Businesses after the devastating floods and severe weather experienced over the last several days.

West Virginia Disaster Survey

West Virginia Emergency Management has a Disaster Survey to help work with state and local officials, volunteers, and community groups to collect information on damages resulting from the floods.

WVVOAD Damage Assessment

Residents affected by flooding are recommended to complete a VOAD damage assessment form.

Red Cross

The Red Cross is active throughout the state of West Virginia

Disaster Resource Information

The West Virginia Department of Health & Human Resources Disaster Resource Center.

FEMA

Visit FEMA’s Resource Center for additional resources.

Disaster Assistance

Get help applying for FEMA disaster assistance.

U.S. Small Business Administration: West Virginia

Get help from the SBA for your business.

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Key Organizations for Monetary Donations

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Key Organizations for Physical Donations

Call the Donation Coordination hotline to coordinate donation drop-offs: 304-234-7109.

Wheeling University McDonough Center | 316 Washington Avenue, Wheeling

  • Accepting donations Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from 11 am – 2 pm.

Are You Accepting Donations?

If your organization is providing services or collecting donations for flood victims and is not currently listed, please send your details to Lilly Barickman at [email protected] so we can include you in this ongoing resource list.

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The need for action is urgent to support our fellow West Virginians and our communities.

Please consider contributing to our relief efforts, as every little bit helps those in our communities who are struggling. Together, we can provide the assistance needed to help our neighbors rebuild and recover.

Thank you for your support during this critical time. If you have any questions or want to assist with cleanup, don’t hesitate to reach out to the West Virginia Chamber at 304-342-1115 or email Kathy Thomas at [email protected].

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Southern West Virginia 2025 Flood Relief Efforts

Our communities in Southern West Virginia were significantly impacted by the devastating floods and extreme weather conditions in February 2025. In response to this crisis, the West Virginia Chamber Foundation has mobilized support for those affected.

Affected communities include:

  • Boone, Cabell, Greenbrier, Kanawha, Lincoln, Logan, Mercer, McDowell, Mingo, Raleigh, Summers, Wayne and Wyoming counties.


  

Southern West Virginia Counties Granted Major Disaster Declaration

Federal disaster aid for recent flooding in West Virginia has been approved and individual assistance has been granted for Boone, Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Raleigh, Wayne and Wyoming counties, with other areas still under consideration by FEMA.

Click the button below to apply for aid and learn more about the disaster declaration.

West Virginia Chamber Foundation Mobilizes Recovery Efforts

The West Virginia Chamber Foundation deployed multiple trips to support communities affected by the devastating floods, delivering donations and aiding recovery for affected communities.

We are incredibly proud of the students in the Jobs for West Virginia’s Graduates (JWVG) program, who are actively contributing to recovery efforts despite their own losses. Their dedication, along with support from the JWVG community, is helping bring hope to those impacted.

Your financial contributions or supplies are vital for making a difference.

Serving Up Love: Welch restaurant providing meals during McDowell flood recovery

In flood-affected McDowell County, Latin Appalachian restaurant in Welch has been providing thousands of free meals to residents in need since the mid-February flood. The eatery has transitioned to an emergency food hub, offering comforting meals and support. Abagail Diaz, a Jobs for West Virginia’s Graduates student, is assisting her father Roberto Diaz in managing the meal demand.

This story was written by Jeff Morris after he traveled with the Chamber Team to Welch, where Sarah Morris created a video documentary of Latin Appalachian’s incredible efforts.

   

West Virginia Chamber Foundation

The Chamber Foundation has a proven track record of mobilizing resources during difficult times, as demonstrated in 2016 when we provided over $350,000 in mini-grants and essential supplies to communities, small businesses and directly supported emergency responders and those affected by flooding.