After the September 2025 five-alarm fire in a warehouse in Red Hook, Brooklyn, NY, FAIC deployed several National Heritage responders both virtually and in person to lead salvage efforts for artwork from over 100 artists. While Responders are out of the field, we remain available to advice on continuing recovery efforts.
General
New York Disaster Survivors State and Local Referral List
Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition
Red Hook Business Alliance
Red Hook Business Association Impact Assessment Form
Mental Health Support NYC 988 — Free, 24/7 confidential support
· Call or Text: 988 · Chat: 988lifeline.org
Support is available in over 200 languages by phone, and in English/Spanish via text and chat. No insurance required. (Standard message/data rates may apply.)
Safety Net Coalition Resources
Grants & Studio Space Opportunities
CERF+ Emergency Relief Grants
Adolph and Esther Gottlieb Emergency Grant
New York Public Library Funding Resources Guide
New York Foundation for the Arts Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants (including mental health emergencies)
New York Foundation for the Arts Emergency Grant Resource List
Creative Capital for Artists
SmackMellon Artist Studio Program (fellowship for studio space)
Brooklyn Arts Council Grant Opportunities
Women’s Studio Workshop Studio Residency Grant (free housing, studio access, stipend, money for materials and travel)
Technical Guidance & Salvage Information:
Cleaning and Caring for Your Art After the Fire - Video
Red Hook Recovery First Steps - Safety and Handling Video
Recovery First Steps Resource Packet
FAIC's National Heritage Responders
FAIC's Salvage After Fire Resources
Save Your Family Treasures
Smithsonian Cultural Rescue Initiative Resources
How You Can Help
Share NHR contact information below with anyone whose collections may have been affected
Donate at https://www.culturalheritage.org/donate.