Over the past few years, we have been at the forefront of supporting the community and creating effective solutions in the face of disaster such as the Derecho and COVID. We are prepared when a disaster does occur, to take action quickly and effectively.
In the wake of the 2020 derecho, a collaborative effort of local government, municipalities, and nonprofit organizations formed the Providing Assistance to Community Homeowners (PATCH) program.
Through this program, $3,442,000 was distributed to help homeowners recover, with 292 households being restored.
“This program stepped up and gave our community hope when it was needed most,” said Kristin Roberts, UWECI President and CEO. “This program highlighted the power we have in coming together in times of crisis. It took many organizations to get our neighbors back in safe and stable housing.”
Learn more about the program’s impact in a media release from June 16, 2025, announcing the program coming to an end.