National Heritage Responders are actively monitoring the widespread and continuing flooding in Hawaii. Below are resources for cultural heritage organizations.
General
NHR 24/7 Hotline 202-661-8068
NHR Public Helpline Email (nhrpublichelpline@culturalheritage.org)
Hawai'i Emergency Management
Grant & Financial Support
Hawaii Community Foundation
National Disaster Recovery Fund for Archives
CERF+ Emergency Relief Grants
The Entertainment Community Fund
MusiCares
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: DRC Locator
Technical Guidance & Salvage Information:
FAIC's National Heritage Responders
FAIC's Water Damage Resources, including tip sheets and guidance on Health and Safety, Object Salvage, and Mold
Save Your Family Treasures
Smithsonian Cultural Rescue Initiative Resources
Impact Assessment Forms:
Were any cultural institutions, arts organizations, or artists affected? If so, how? Please encourage those impacted to fill out one of the following Rapid Damage Assessment Forms hosted by the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation and the National Coalition of Arts Preparedness and Emergency Response:
· Cultural Institutions
· Arts Organizations
· Individual Artists and Performing Groups
How You Can Help
Share NHR contact information below with anyone whose collections may have been affected
Donate to support FAIC emergency programs, including NHR at https://www.culturalheritage.org/donate.