The National Coalition for Arts Preparedness and Emergency Response (NCAPER) has provided a list of resources for artists and arts organizations impacted by the recent severe weather. Inclusion here should not be interpreted as an endorsement by the SFCA or the State of Hawaiʻi. Printable version: Artists and Orgs Resources (PDF).
Salvage and Assistance Resources:
For help salvaging paper, media, textiles and objects/artifacts, email the National Heritage Responders at [email protected] or call the NHR Hotline at 202-661-8068. The National Heritage Responders, a team of trained conservators and collections care professionals administered by the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation, are available 24/7 to provide advice and guidance.
HENTF’s (the Heritage Emergency National Task Force)
Save Your Family Treasures guidance for water and fire/smoke damage is available at https://www.fema.gov/disaster/recover/save-family-treasures.
Emergency grants/resources for individual artists include:
- Craft Emergency Relief Fund
- The Entertainment Community Fund
- MusiCares
- NYFA/New York Foundation for the Arts
Impact Assessment: were you or your institution/organization affected?
Rapid Damage Assessment Forms hosted by the National Coalition of Arts Preparedness and Emergency Response and the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation:
- Rapid Damage Assessment Form for Cultural Institutions
- Arts Organizations Assessment Form
- Individual Artists and Performing Groups Assessment Form
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Dept. of Homeland Security
Governor Josh Green has submitted a formal request to the President of the United States for a Major Disaster Declaration to support statewide recovery efforts, following two consecutive Kona Low storm systems that caused widespread damage across Hawaiʻi. News release March 24, 2026: Governor Submits Request for Presidential Disaster Declaration Following Devasting Kona Low Storms.
If a major disaster declaration is made by FEMA, you will find information on the type of declaration and types of assistance available here. If applicable, you can learn more about Public Assistance Categories. Guidance on the Public Assistance Program Delivery Process is here: Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide Version 4 (fema.gov). Assistance may cover
Salvage/Emergency Protective Measures, which may include, but are not limited to:
- Temporary emergency repair (blue roofs and other work) or stabilization of an eligible facility if it eliminates or lessens an immediate threat.
- Wet vacuuming, damp wiping, or vacuuming with High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) equipment of the interior space.
- Removal of contaminated gypsum board, plaster (or similar wall finishes), carpet or floor finishes, and ceilings or permanent light fixtures.
- Cleaning of contaminated heating and ventilation (including ductwork), plumbing, and air conditioning systems or other mechanical equipment.
- Removal or relocation of collections to prevent damage or loss.
Find Disaster Recovery Center locations as they become available here: egateway.fema.gov/ESF6/DRCLocator.
Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Resources
The State of Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency has recovery resources for housing, food, clothing, and supplies on their website: dod.hawaii.gov/hiema.
State of Hawaiʻi Department of Health guidelines and resources
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) urges residents impacted by recent flooding across the state to take precautions during cleanup and recovery efforts to protect their health and safety. Learn more on their website: health.hawaii.gov/KonaLowStorm.
Image description
Detail of a painting in shades of gray, blue, green, and white. Detail from “After the Rain” oil painting by Harry Tsuchidana, 1976. Art in Public Places Collection of the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. Currently on display in the Hawaiʻi State Capitol building.