What:
- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will provide funds to cover the funeral costs of families who’ve lost a loved one to COVID-19
- Funeral expenses dating back to January 20, 2020 are eligible
Who:
- The death must have occurred in the U.S. (includes U.S. territories and the District of Columbia)
- Death certificate must indicate that the death was caused by Covid-19
- S. citizens, non-citizen nationals, and qualified aliens are eligible
- You can apply for reimbursement of funeral expenses for more than one person, if applicable.
When:
- Application process (phone only) begins Monday, April 12th
- Monday–Friday, 6am-6pm PST / 8am-8pm CMT
How to Apply:
- Call the FEMA hotline to begin the application process: 844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-7585
- You will be given an application number over the phone and instructions on how to submit supporting documentation to FEMA
You will need:
- Death Certificate with COVID-19 listed as cause of death
- Proof of paid funeral expenses (receipts, contract for services, etc.)
How To Prepare:
Applicants will be asked for the following information:
- Birthdate of applicant and the deceased
- Social Security Number of applicant and deceased
- Address/location where death occurred
- Information about any financial assistance received from charitable organizations, donations, etc.
Qualifying Funeral Expenses
- Casket
- Urn
- Cemetery plot or cremation niche
- Funeral arrangements, use of funeral home, and staff
- Headstone or grave marker
- Transportation of body
- Cremation, burial, and related costs
- Officiant or clergy fee
- Death certificate
For more information go to FEMA’s Official Covid-19 Funeral Assistance Webpage