May 2025 Disaster Relief Resources

The Williamson County EMA is here to assist those who were affected by the tornado that struck south of Marion on Friday, May 16, 2025.

Ashley Gott, Williamson County Treasurer

As recovery efforts continue, please be aware that insurance companies often require a tax and demo certificate to process claims. Part of this process involves verification that property taxes are current, which our office is responsible for providing.

We are here to help make this process as smooth and stress-free as possible during what we know is a difficult and emotional time.

The Treasurer’s Office is deeply saddened by the devastation that has impacted Williamson County in recent days. Our hearts go out to all those affected. In the face of such hardship, we are truly uplifted by the overwhelming support shown not only by our local community but also by neighboring communities who have stepped up to help.

Our office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us at 618-998-2142, ext. 5665.

God bless,

Williamson County
Treasurer’s Office

Immediate Needs

Services Offered

Temporary Sheltering/Housing
Mental Health Assistance
Financial Assistance
Health Services

906 Tower Square Plaza
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-5854

Services Offered

Meal Services
Spiritual Ministry
Identification/Registration Shelter
Cleanup and Reconstruction
Financial Assistance
Volunteer Staffing
Advocacy

1745 Innovation Drive
Suites C & D
Carbondale, IL 62903
(618) 529-6400 ext:6401

Services Offered

Fraud Complaints
Identity Theft
Report Scams

Clothing and Home Needs

Services Offered

Temporary Sheltering/Housing
Mental Health Assistance
Financial Assistance
Health Services

Services Offered

Temporary Sheltering/Housing
Mental Health Assistance
Financial Assistance
Health Services

Services Offered

Temporary Sheltering/Housing
Mental Health Assistance
Financial Assistance
Health Services

Utilities

1603 E DeYoung St
Marion, IL 62959
(855) 633-4226

208 W Union St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-1062

Illinois State Agencies

Services Offered

SNAP (Food) – Must apply within 10 days of disaster
Medicaid
Shelter/Housing
Financial Assistance
Recovery
Mental Health
Rehabilitation
Childcare
Developmental Disabilities

Services Offered

Senior Help Line
Service Gaps
Evaluate Needs

1740 Innovation Drive,
Suite 110
Carbondale, IL 62903-6162
(618) 536-2424
sdbc@siu.edu

Services Offered

Small Business Disaster Relief
Small Business Loans
Small Business Resources

Services Offered

File a Complaint
Policy Questions
Claims Process

Federal Agencies

1740 Innovation Drive,
Suite 110
Carbondale, IL 62903-6162
(618) 536-2424
sdbc@siu.edu

Services Offered

Emergency (EM) Loans
Small Business Loans
Small Business Resources

USDA FSA disaster assistance must be
filed before any repairs or changes are made. 

Please remember to always do due diligence before hiring anyone to assist with the clean up and/or rebuilding services. The Williamson County Emergency Management Agency does not recommend any privately owned business over another. The businesses mentioned above are local to the area.

Medical & Prehospital

1740 Innovation Drive,
Suite 110
Carbondale, IL 62903-6162
(618) 536-2424
sdbc@siu.edu

Services Offered

Small Business Disaster Relief
Small Business Loans
Small Business Resources

Services Offered

File a Complaint
Policy Questions
Claims Process

Services Offered

Driver’s License & Identification Cards
License Plate Renewals
Disability Placards

Local Community Assistance

1740 Innovation Drive,
Suite 110
Carbondale, IL 62903-6162
(618) 536-2424
sdbc@siu.edu

Services Offered

Small Business Disaster Relief
Small Business Loans
Small Business Resources

Services Offered

File a Complaint
Policy Questions
Claims Process

Services Offered

Driver’s License & Identification Cards
License Plate Renewals
Disability Placards

Local churches, community partners, and charities willing to help.


Disaster Knowledge Base

The Illinois Department of Public Health offers insight into food spoilage at https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/food-safety/food-safety-during-a-disaster-or-emergency.html

Current Illinois SNAP recipients are eligible for food loss reimbursement if they apply within 10 days of the loss. Information is at https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=18623

FEMA and SBA do not require prior application before making repairs, but those programs only come with both a state disaster proclamation and a federal disaster declaration. 

USDA FSA disaster assistance must be filed before any repairs or changes are made.