How much funding does Moose International Disaster Relief Fund provide?

Moose International Disaster Relief Fund provides Up to $10,000 per incident in funding.

When is the deadline for Moose International Disaster Relief Fund?

The deadline is October 2, 2026.

Moose International Disaster Relief Fund

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Funding Amount

Up to $10,000 per incident

Deadline

October 2, 2026

176 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Moose International Disaster Relief Fund (MDRF)

Overview: Emergency financial assistance for Moose lodges and chapters impacted by natural disasters, helping with property damage and loss of business due to temporary closure.

Geographic Scope: Fraternity-wide (US and Canada for officially declared disasters)

Award Limit: Up to $10,000 per incident

Eligible Disasters: Natural disasters including but not limited to:

Tornadoes

Hurricanes

Earthquakes

Floods

Wildfires

Disaster Declaration Requirement: Must receive official disaster declaration by either state/province or President/Prime Minister

Eligible Uses of Funds:

Restore property

Pay urgent expenses

Reimburse deductibles

Fund other items approved by MDRF Committee due to loss of business during closure

Eligibility Requirements: Fraternal units must meet ALL of the following:
1. Lodge or Chapter must be in good standing with its Association and Moose International
2. Lodge must be covered by an active insurance policy and current with property and liability payments
3. Lodge or Chapter must have incurred loss or damage due solely to natural disaster (NOT from gradual deterioration, decay, pollution, erosion, or unrelated causes)
4. Lodge or Chapter must submit complete MDRF application

Application Deadline: 60 days from date of disaster (Committee may consider applications filed after 60 days in unique cases; for ongoing disasters like wildfires, filing should occur within 60 days after damage is assessable)

Committee Composition:

Director General

Chief Financial Officer

General Counsel

Chief Marketing Officer

Director of Membership

Important Notes:

Relief funds positioned as grants (no repayment required)

Insurance coverage and other local/regional relief fund distributions considered before MDRF funds granted

No individual member requests accepted

Individual, Fraternal Unit, or Association contributions to MDRF not accepted (but specific incident contributions can be made directly to affected FRU)

Contact Information:

Email: disasterfund@mooseintl.org

Phone: 630-966-2226

Fax: 630-966-2251

How to Apply

Application Process

Timeline: Submit within 60 days of disaster occurrence

Required Documentation:
1. Completed MDRF application form (in its entirety)
2. Written description of:
- How disaster impacted the Lodge or Chapter
- What expenses the requested funds will be used for
3. Insurance information:
- Insurance company name and address
- Deductible amount
4. Insurance company written assessment and repair estimates (if available)
5. Digital photos documenting damage for which assistance is requested
6. Copies of specific bills or expenses for reimbursement (if available)
7. Information on where to forward approved relief funds
8. Territory Manager recommendation for assistance
9. Signatures of:
- Lodge or Chapter Administrator or Recorder
- One other officer of the Lodge or Chapter

Submission Methods:

Email: disasterfund@mooseintl.org

Fax: 630-966-2251

Phone: 630-966-2226

Review Process:

Committee reviews all documentation

Considers insurance coverage and other relief sources

May approve additional disaster-related expenses at discretion

Notifies applicant of approval/denial

Application Form: MDRF application available through Moose International website

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