The Guam Housing and Urban Renewal Authority is urging homeowners displaced by Typhoon Mawar to attend a series of December outreach events as the agency prepares to launch the first phase of its Fix in Six housing rehabilitation program. The initiative, funded through $500.8 million in federal disaster recovery support, offers up to $300,000 to eligible residents to repair or rebuild owner-occupied homes damaged in the 2023 storm.
The Fix in Six program prioritizes households earning at or below 80% of the area median income, in line with federal requirements that most Community Development Block Grant–Disaster Recovery funds benefit low- to moderate-income residents. GHURA said families in Dededo and Yigo displaced by Mawar will receive the highest priority, followed by LMI homeowners in other villages and those who received temporary roofing from FEMA or the Government of Guam.
Deputy Director and Grant Manager Fernando Esteves said the need for long-term recovery remains significant more than two years after Mawar. “So many of our island residents are still piecing their lives back together,” Esteves said. “With this $500.8 million opportunity, our mission is to restore foundations and shape a more resilient Guam strong enough to weather whatever comes next.”
GHURA will host outreach sessions across nine community centers from Dec. 2–20, giving potential applicants a chance to meet with program staff, learn about eligibility, and review required documentation. Officials said the events are intended to help families take their next steps toward safer and more resilient housing.