Florida Housing Finance Corporation
Florida Hardest Hit Fund - Hurricane Recovery is available to homeowners in Merritt Island, FL.
Disaster recovery assistance for homeowners impacted by qualifying hurricanes and tropical storms in Florida. Provides grants for unmet repair needs not covered by insurance or FEMA assistance.
Grant amount based on documented unmet need after insurance and FEMA
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
In Merritt Island, FL, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Merritt Island, FL can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
You will likely need a contractor to apply
Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Merritt Island early keeps your application moving.
Get matched with a contractorEach program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.
Documents you will likely need
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Check for reopening after major hurricane events
Ask us. It is free, and a real person answers within a business day.
Email us about this programUp to $25,000 grant.
Florida Hardest Hit Fund - Hurricane Recovery is open to homeowners in Merritt Island, FL.
Apply directly with Florida Housing Finance Corporation using the official program link on this page or call (850) 488-4197. There is no middleman and no fee.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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