Disaster Preparedness & Relief Grants

Last updated October 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 790 active disaster preparedness & relief grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, state and foundation sources and updated daily. 16 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 290 list an award amount, with a median of $46K.

Grants tracked: 790; from 573 funders
Median award: $46K; middle half $10K–$370K
Total listed funding: $212.9M; across 290 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 58; 26 with a published date

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Equipment Grant Funding (WA) State of Washington Department of Ecology · State Not published · Varies The Equipment Grant Funding program in Washington aims to enhance community preparedness for oil spills and hazardous materials. With no set ceiling for grants, projects may receive up to $100,000, depending on available funds.	Not published	Varies
Microgrant Funding for CA Fire Relief Efforts Grant The Aspen Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Microgrant Funding for CA Fire Relief Efforts offers five $1,000 grants to Native youth in Los Angeles, aiming to support community rebuilding initiatives in the wake of devastating wildfires.	Not published	$1K
Community Response Fund Fremont Area Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Rapidly deploy resources to nonprofit organizations in response to urgent community crises (established in response to COVID-19).	Rolling	Varies
Urban Area Security Initiative Federal Fiscal Year 2026 – Regular Projects (UASI-R) Grant State of Texas Office of the Governor · State Not published · $10K The Urban Area Security Initiative Federal Fiscal Year 2025 (UASI-R) aims to bolster state and local efforts in Texas to prevent terrorism and prepare for significant threats.	Not published	$10K
CFTV: Community Emergency Response Fund Grant Community Foundation of Jackson Hole · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Emergency Response Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of Teton Valley, provides financial assistance to community members affected by emergencies.	Not published	Varies
Disaster Response & Resilience Fund Grant Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Disaster Response & Resilience Fund, managed by the Humboldt Area Foundation, supports non-profit organizations and community groups in Humboldt, Trinity, Del Norte, and Curry counties during disasters.	Not published	Varies
General Grant Program The Hans Foundation USA · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Coastal Resilience Program RFP Grant National Sea Grant Law Center · Foundation Not published · $75K The National Sea Grant Law Center is inviting proposals for the Coastal Resilience Program to research laws and policies addressing coastal resilience challenges such as sea level rise and flooding.	Not published	$75K
Emergency Grants The Mockingbird Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Discretionary, Foundation-initiated grants allocated since June 2004. The Mockingbird Foundation allocates 3% of net proceeds as an Emergency Grant Fund.	Not published	Varies
Community Resilience Grants Department of Natural Resources · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Slingshot Development Fund Grant Slingshot Development Fund · Foundation Not published · Up to $174K The Slingshot Development Fund Grant aims to enhance the living conditions of individuals from Burma in the Tennaserim Region.	Not published	Up to $174K
Michigan Coastal Management Program Grant Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The Michigan Coastal Management Program Grant aims to foster resilient coastal communities by funding projects that protect sensitive resources and promote biodiversity.	Not published	$10K – $100K
Regional Foundation Responsive Grants Regional Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Regional Foundation Responsive Grants provide urgent financial support to current or former grantees facing unforeseen, time-sensitive challenges.	Not published	Up to $25K
Flood Resilience Grants Commerce Open Grants/Loans/RFPs · State Not published · Varies Flood resilience grants available from Public Works Board for local governments.	Not published	Varies
Farmers Emergency Fund Family Agriculture Resource Management Services · Foundation Rolling · $750K	Rolling	$750K
Evacuation/Displacement Relief and Long Term Disaster Relief Assistance Program Employee Assistance Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $1K A specialized rapid-response grant program activated during federally declared disasters. This program allows Employees 1st to deliver assistance more quickly and with modified rules compared to standard year-round assistance programs.	Not published	$500 – $1K
Economic - FY 2025 EDA Disaster Supplemental Funding US Economic Development Administration · Federal Not published · $200 – $50M Helps communities and regions plan and implement long-term economic recovery strategies. Two funding pathways remain: Supports recovery in areas where a Presidential disaster declaration was issued in calendar years 2023 and 2024.	Not published	$200 – $50M
Petfinder Disaster Response and Recovery Grants Petfinder Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Petfinder Foundation's Disaster Response and Recovery Grants provide crucial support to Petfinder members affected by natural disasters.	Not published	Up to $10K
ASMF: Disaster Relief Fund American Academy of Sleep Medicine · Foundation Not published · Varies The AASM Foundation Disaster Relief Fund was established in 2005 through the generous donations of AASM members, industry and the AASM.	Not published	Varies
Municipal Flood Control Grant Program Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $600K The Municipal Flood Control Grant Program, offered by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, aims to assist local governments in managing flood risks.	Not published	Up to $600K
DeKalb County COVID-19 Response Grants Dekalb County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program designed to assist nonprofit and public sector service providers responding directly to COVID-19 pandemic needs. The program was established in March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.	Not published	Varies
Disaster Recovery – Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC)   Federal Emergency Management Agency · State Not published · $100 – $2K Supports hazard mitigation activities with the goal of lowering future disaster costs. Projects are reviewed and prioritized by the State.	Not published	$100 – $2K
Hurricane Helene Community Crisis Fund - Recovery Programming The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This fund has paused grant making as of May 2, 2025._ In response to the significant impact of Hurricane Helene on our community, the Community Foundation for the CSRA established the Hurricane Helene Community Crisis Fund.	Not published	Varies
Piqua Emergency Response Fund Piqua Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Piqua Emergency Response Fund was established by The Foundation in April 2020 to support nonprofit organizations serving the unique needs of the Piqua community during the COVID-19 pandemic.	Not published	$50K

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About disaster preparedness & relief grants

Disaster preparedness and relief grants help governments, tribes, and nonprofits reduce risk before disasters strike and respond and recover after they do. FEMA administers the largest programs, including Hazard Mitigation Assistance, Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), and the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG), most of which flow to states for local distribution. National foundations, voluntary organizations active in disaster, and community funds provide additional relief and resilience funding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do disaster preparedness & relief grants award?

Of the 790 disaster preparedness & relief grants Grantable lists as of October 7, 2026, 290 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $46K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $370K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most disaster preparedness & relief grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Emergency Management (13), DHSEM Grants (10), Maryland Department of Emergency Management (9), California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (7), and Charitable Foundation of the Islands Inc (6). In all, 573 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are disaster preparedness & relief grants due?

Of 790 grants listed, 58 accept applications on a rolling basis, 26 have a published upcoming deadline, 149 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 557 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 69% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for disaster preparedness and relief?

Available grants fund hazard mitigation projects (flood control, safe rooms, utility hardening, relocating critical facilities), emergency management capacity and planning, equipment and warning systems, and post-disaster recovery and rebuilding. FEMA programs such as Hazard Mitigation Assistance, Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), and the Emergency Management Performance Grant are the major federal sources, usually administered through state emergency management agencies. Private foundations and disaster-relief nonprofits fund community recovery, supplies, and resilience work.

Who funds disaster preparedness and relief grants?

FEMA, within the Department of Homeland Security, is the dominant federal funder, distributing most preparedness and mitigation dollars through state, tribal, and territorial emergency management agencies. Other federal agencies fund recovery in housing, infrastructure, and agriculture. On the private side, national and community foundations, corporate philanthropy, and voluntary organizations active in disaster provide relief funding, often more quickly and flexibly than federal programs.

How do organizations apply for FEMA disaster grants?

Most FEMA preparedness and mitigation grants are passed through to state emergency management agencies, which set their own sub-application processes and deadlines, so the practical first step is contacting your state hazard mitigation officer or emergency management office. Applications typically require a defined project scope, a benefit-cost analysis for mitigation work, and evidence of local planning such as an approved hazard mitigation plan. Nonprofits often apply as sub-recipients or in partnership with a government sponsor.

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