The Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID) published a press release announcing the third and final pilot launch of the Strengthen Oklahoma Homes program. The initial pilot launch provided 100 grants to applicants in eight eligible ZIP codes, and the second pilot launch provided 250 grants in nine additional ZIP codes.

The program provides grants of up to $10,000 to construct and fortify homes, providing protection against tornadoes, windstorms, and hail. The grants help homeowners meet the safety standards outlined by the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS).

The final launch will cover areas that encompass 63 ZIP codes. They were selected because they were heavily impacted by past storms. The OID determined this after reviewing storm data, paid loss ratios, and the number of active insurance policies in the chosen ZIP codes. The 63 ZIP codes can be found here.