NEIA counties joining together for flood relief program

Allamakee County Economic Development is partnering with Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation (NEICAC), Winneshiek County United Way and the regional chambers and economic development organizations in Allamakee, Clayton, Fayette and Howard counties to raise money for victims impacted by the August flooding. Individuals and businesses interested in donating to the fund can send their cash/check to the locations listed below. All proceeds raised will be directly given back to flood victims.

NEICAC is serving as the fiscal agent for all five counties. Checks should be made to NEICAC Flood Relief with the designated county in the memo line. Contributions to NEICAC are tax deductible.

“Each county’s needs vary significantly. People are looking for ways they can help those directly impacted, this program allows for the ability to do that in a trusted manner,” said Nikki Brevig, executive director of the Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce and project lead. “It also provides the flexibility for each county to distribute the funds to the victims in their areas and for donors to select where they would like to provide relief.”

Those impacted by flooding can submit applications for funding. Applications are available at the Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce, Allamakee County Economic Development and Tourism, Clayton County Economic Development, Fayette County Economic Development, Oelwein Chamber and Development, and Howard County Economic Development or online at decorahareachamber.com/2016-winneshiek-county-flood/.