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Project Porchlight

Support, tools, and education for survivors of natural disasters.

Accelerated Disaster Recovery

Natural disasters cause an incredible amount of destruction and disruption. Beyond the immediate chaos of the event, survivors face a daunting number of unique financial challenges:

  • What are my financial and personal responsibilities?
  • What are my rights?
  • What are my recovery options?

Project Porchlight is a post-disaster financial recovery program focused on assisting families and individuals affected by natural or human-instigated disasters. Using MMI's nationwide network of trained counselors and educators, the program helps consumers develop and execute a personalized recovery plan, bringing impacted families back to their pre-disaster ‘normal’ as quickly as possible.  

What Porchlight offers

Project Porchlight provides clients with the tools, education, and support needed to take control of their financial recovery. Each tailored experience combines:

  • Recovery assessment and plan development
  • Monthly check-ins and online resources
  • Aid application and denial assistance

We strive to increase the use of FEMA aid by assisting clients through the application and appeals process while promoting engagement with financial and partner institutions throughout the recovery process.

Porchlight Online

We also provide a mobile-friendly, customized, and regularly updated learning experience. The portal includes moderated forums which allow disaster survivors to share experiences, resources, and support.

Tailored modules teach users how to avoid common scams, navigate insurance issues, connect with assistance programs, prepare for future disasters, and more.

Are you a consumer in need of post-disaster financial recovery counseling? Click here to learn more.

Become a Partner

Bring Project Porchlight to your organization.

Contact

Kate Bulger
Vice President, Business Development
713-394-3453

Email Kate
Helpful Resources
Need Help Recovering from a Disaster?

If you've experienced a natural disaster and need assistance with the recovery process, Project Porchlight can help. Post-disaster financial recovery services are available for free for a limited time, so don't hesitate to reach out.

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    Capacity & Expertise

    We have the experience and infrastructure to serve your unique needs

    MMI counselor in action

    Project Porchlight is staffed by HUD-approved counselors, equipped with specialized, disaster-focused training. Counselors leverage phone and text capability and an extensive branch network to reach consumers nationwide.

    An advanced communication infrastructure, talented bilingual workforce, continuous call monitoring system, and dedicated QA team provide superior client interaction.

    See how Porchlight can serve your organization

    Project Porchlight is here to provide critical support to your customers, members, and employees in moments of crisis. Learn more about how Project Porchlight can serve you and the people you serve.

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