About Us
Flood Defenders helps citizens receive better flood protection.
We’re a non-profit amplifying the power of our members’ voices to demand and receive better flood protection
Our Mission
We’re a non-profit amplifying the power of our members’ voices
Flood Defenders’ goal is to make flooding a top priority for elected officials. We do this by: 1) helping our members communicate flood problems to politicians and push for action; 2) providing solutions to elected officials that fix flooding
Guiding Principles
We are non-partisan - everyone can agree on common sense flood protection measures Local governments are chronically underfunding flood protection One dollar of flood prevention infrastructure is worth four to seven dollars of repair We are flooding watch dogs. We are respectful but assertive. We hold politicians accountable
Nonpartisan
Flooding is not a partisan issue
Local
Our state government should take the lead in planning, coordinating, and raising funds for smart infrastructure – much like Louisiana has
Responsible
Responsible development is essential to not increase the risk of flooding on neighboring properties
Resourceful
One dollar of flood prevention infrastructure is worth four to seven dollars of repair – and will create thousands of jobs
Experts
We are flooding watch dogs. We are respectful but assertive. We hold elected officials accountable
Our Story
Flood Defenders was founded to be the missing, grassroots piece of solving America’s flooding problem.
Have you had your life turned upside down by flooding in your home? Have you had to drive around street floods and been late for work? Flood Defenders are people like you who have had enough and have taken a simple step or two to make their voice heard.
Flood Defenders was formed by people affected by floods to demand that flooding become a priority for government at all levels - not just after disasters.
Our Team
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It’s not hard to take the first step to better flood protection
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Sign up to become a Flood Defender and join together with others in your community to take action.
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Feel Safe Again
You’ll breathe easier knowing that you’re doing your part to create change and protect your community and your livelihood.