SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) — If you need assistance covering the cost of a COVID-19 funeral, FEMA still has funds available, and you may qualify for up to $9,000 per funeral.
FEMA may approve Funeral Assistance for expenses such as:
- funeral services
- cremation
- interment
- costs associated with producing death certificates
- costs due to local or state government laws or ordinances
- transportation for up to two people to identify the person who died
- transfer of remains
- casket or urn
- burial plot
- marker or headstone
- clergy
- funeral ceremony
- funeral home equipment or staff
For more information on what is required and how to qualify visit FEMA’s website here.
