Disaster Preparedness & Relief Grants

Last updated October 7, 2026

Grantable tracks 790 active disaster preparedness & relief grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Fund a Grant Program Givesendgo Charities · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Individuals & Households Program (Other Needs Assistance) Maryland Department of Emergency Management · State Not published · Varies FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program (IHP) provides financial and direct services to eligible individuals and households affected by a disaster, who have uninsured or under-insured necessary expenses and serious needs, up to a maximum…	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Funds Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles · Foundation Not published · Varies The Foundation offers curated, straightforward pooled funds designed to support Jewish causes, Los Angeles, and Israel.	Not published	Varies
NC Department of Commerce Disaster Recovery Grants State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
IRONAID COVID-19 Support Fund The Ironman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The IRONMAN Foundation expanded its IRONAID program in 2020 to specifically focus on serving event communities in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.	Not published	Varies
CCCF Community Grants: Sangre de Cristo Electric Association Community Grants Chaffee County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $550 – $13K Sangre de Cristo Electric Association Community Grants Community-based Health Programs: Community health clinics substance abuse prevention/treatmenthotlinescrisis interventionsexual assault services protection against abuseSupport for…	Not published	$550 – $13K
MN Disaster Fund American Legion Auxiliary Dept of Minnes · Foundation Not published · Varies The MN Disaster Fund provides financial assistance to Minnesota residents affected by disasters, with priority for veterans and their families.	Not published	Varies
Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) DHSEM Grants · State Not published · Varies Grant program supporting fire management and suppression efforts during disasters.	Not published	Varies
COVID-19 Response Fund United Way of Deschutes County · Foundation Not published · $30K – $50K Already awarded $50,000 to 11 organizations:	Not published	$30K – $50K
Agnes Laitinen Unmet Needs Crisis Fund Area Agency on Aging · Foundation Not published · Varies This fund is specifically designed to assist vulnerable populations during disaster recovery and crisis situations when no other resources are available.	Not published	Varies
Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP): State North Carolina Emergency Management · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist attacks by providing federal funding for security enhancements.	Not published	Up to $200K
Flood resilience grants from Public Works Board Commerce Open Grants/Loans/RFPs · State Not published · Varies Grant funding available for flood resilience projects.	Not published	Varies
Tribal High Priority Projects Program Department of Transportation · State Not published · Varies Under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), the Tribal High Priority Projects (Tribal HPP) Program is a competitive set-aside of the Tribal Transportation Program (TTP) formula grant providing funds to Tribe or a governmental…	Not published	Varies
Cook County Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Cook County Department of Planning and Development · State Not published · Varies The Cook County Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) aims to enhance homeless assistance through funding ranging from $25,000 to $125,000.	Not published	Varies
Cultural and Historical Preservation & Revitalization Grant: General Program Requests Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K Hawai‘i Community Foundation invests charitable funds in communities across the State primarily through nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Up to $250K
Gilchrist Foundation: Project Grant Gilchrist Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K The Gilchrist Foundation offers project grants to pre-selected non-profit organizations that align with its mission in the arts, wildlife conservation, public broadcasting, and disaster relief, primarily focusing on the Sioux City area.	Not published	$5K
Public Health Emergency Preparedness - LINCS Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $5.5M The New Jersey Department of Health leads the state’s response to public health challenges and works to improve health outcomes for all New Jersey residents.	Not published	Up to $5.5M
General Community Grants Sonora Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Sonora Area Foundation makes grants to worthy projects and programs serving Tuolumne County residents and organizations. Varies based on community needs and foundation priorities.	Not published	Varies
AEF Disaster Grant American Legion Auxiliary Dept of Minnes · Foundation Not published · Varies The AEF Disaster Grant provides financial assistance to veterans and their families affected by disasters.	Not published	Varies
Maui Strong Fund Grant - Funding Requests up to $100,000 Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Maui Strong Fund Grant, managed by the Hawai'i Community Foundation, offers up to $100,000 for recovery efforts following the devastating Maui wildfires.	Not published	Up to $100K
Texas Backup Power Package (TBPP) Program Texas Solar Energy Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 A program to help qualifying critical facilities acquire and install standardized Texas Backup Power Packages to ensure community resilience during grid failures and emergencies.	Not published	Up to $500
Community Disaster Relief Fund Grants Morgan Hill Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Community Disaster Relief Fund was established to respond to sudden events of declared disaster or emergency that bring damage, loss, or destruction to people and/or property in the greater Morgan Hill area.	Rolling	Varies
Beyond Words Dollar General Literacy Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Rebuilding school libraries affected by disasters. A disaster relief fund for K-12 public school libraries in Dollar General store communities.	Not published	Varies
Recovery Voucher Program United Way of Wayne County Inc · Foundation Rolling · $150 – $475 Assist individuals and families in recovery/transition from natural disasters or personal crises by providing vouchers for use at participating thrift stores	Rolling	$150 – $475

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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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