Good afternoon, Oglala Lakota County Families. This is Connie Kaltenbach, Superintendent. I am sending this information today to support the OST Office of Emergency Management and the outreach to families affected by the storms in June.
Good afternoon,
See below for FEMA Disaster Assistance information.
Steve Wilson
Director, OST Emergency Management
605-407-2312
Jesse Big Crow
Planning & Coordination Specialist
605-867-5011
ostemergencymanagement@gmail.com
IMPORTANT FEMA DISASTER ASSISTANCE NOTICE
Deadline to Apply: November 30, 2026
The Oglala Sioux Tribe Emergency Management Department encourages Oglala Sioux Tribal members and families affected by the June 2-4, 2026, severe storms to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO LIVE ON THE PINE RIDGE INDIAN RESERVATION TO APPLY!
Oglala Sioux Tribal members living in surrounding towns and communities outside the reservation who were affected by these storms are also encouraged to apply.
If you experienced damage to your home, personal belongings, or other storm-related losses or expenses, you may qualify for assistance.
HOW TO APPLY:
Call:605-776-6003
Applications take approximately 20 minutes by phone.
In Person: Oglala District Service Center
DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 30, 2026
Even if you are unsure whether you qualify, please call and apply. FEMA will determine your eligibility.
Please share this information with your relatives, grandparents, neighbors, and other Oglala Sioux Tribal members, including those living outside the reservation.
Don't miss the deadline!
Oglala Sioux Tribe Emergency Management