South Yorkshire appeal raised £1.4m to help flooding victims - and you can still get help

South Yorkshire Flood Disaster Relief Appeal was set up in response to the flooding that affected parts of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield last November.

South Yorkshire Community Foundation (SYCF) set up the appeal within 24 hours and raised more than £1.4 million to benefit flooded households.

The impact of the floods is still being felt even now, with many families still repairing the damage and replacing lost belongings.

The money raised has so far been distributed in more than 1,000 grants and continues to be distributed to those worst affected and those still recovering from the damage done to their lives.

The funding has focused on providing residents with the financial support they need to repair damage to their homes and replace furniture, electronics and other essential goods so people’s lives can return back to normal.

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One person said: “Thank you so much, I’ve just cried it’s such a relief to know that I can replace the items lost. I’m so grateful to you and your team, it’s so humbling to know that there is people out there that can help others in times of distress. Once again thank you so much.”

Funding is still open for households and community organisations, including help with the effects of Covid-19. Go to www.sycf.org.uk/floodfund

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