Disaster Preparedness & Relief Grants

Disaster Preparedness & Relief Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

733 grants
State/ Foundation
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Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) - Alaska Status: ACTIVE Funder: Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: January 13, 2026 Summary…

Arkansas Division of Emergency Management · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) - Arkansas Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arkansas Division of Emergency Management Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The Nonprofit…

Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) - Colorado Status: ACTIVE Funder: Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The Nonprofit…

Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) - Delaware Status: ACTIVE Funder: Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary The Nonprofit Security Grant Program…

Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) - Georgia Status: ACTIVE Funder: Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency Amount: Up to US $600,000 Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Summary…

State of Hawai‘i Office of Homeland Security · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) - Hawaii Status: ACTIVE Funder: State of Hawai‘i Office of Homeland Security Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: December 06, 2025 Summary The Nonprofit…

Idaho Office of Emergency Management (IOEM) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) - Idaho Status: ACTIVE Funder: Idaho Office of Emergency Management (IOEM) Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: December 08, 2025 Summary The Nonprofit…

North Carolina Emergency Management · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP): State Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Emergency Management Amount: Up to US $200,000 Last Updated: October 22, 2025 Summary The Nonprofit Security Grant…

North Carolina Emergency Management · Rolling / Open Foundation

Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP): Urban Area Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Emergency Management Amount: US $200,000 - US $600,000 Last Updated: November 01, 2025 Summary The Nonprofit…

Norfolk Southern Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Norfolk Southern In-Kind Donation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Norfolk Southern Foundation Last Updated: February 19, 2026 Summary The Norfolk Southern In-Kind Donation Grant supports organizations…

North Carolina Natural Resource Conservation Service · Rolling / Open Foundation

North Carolina Emergency Watershed Program (EWP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: North Carolina Natural Resource Conservation Service Last Updated: June 11, 2024 Summary The North Carolina Emergency…

$60,000+ (example award to G & G Healthcare)
THE PHYSICIANS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

NCMS Foundation Disaster Relief Fund Organization: North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) Foundation with support from The Physicians Foundation and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina…

NORTH IOWA CORRIDOR ECONOMIC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

North Iowa Small Business Recovery & Continuity Fund Status: Program has concluded; no new applications being accepted as of the document date (May 2020) Geographic Scope: Cerro Gordo County, Iowa…

THE DALLAS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

North Texas Cares - Phase One (COVID-19 Response) Overview: A joint initiative of 15+ North Texas organizations including The Dallas Foundation created to provide emergency funding for nonprofits…

Up to 5 years at 0% interest
NORTH WEST RURAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

NWREC Business Disaster Loan Program Purpose: Provide working-capital assistance to small commercial and industrial businesses impacted by recent flooding events. Geographic Scope: Sioux, O'Brien,…

CITY PARKS FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

NYC Green Fund Wildfire Rapid Response Grants Overview: Emergency grant funding provided to parkland organizations that experienced significant fire damage. Purpose: To provide rapid response support…

OReilly Automotive Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview How and Why Giving Back to Communities is Important to O’Reilly From O’Reilly Auto Parts’ inception, O’Reilly co-founder C.H. “Chub” O’Reilly instilled the culture of maintaining high…

Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board · Rolling / Open State

Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) - Grants The Minnesota Office of Emergency Medical Services administers legislatively named, formula, and a competitive grant program to support the…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of disaster preparedness & relief grants are available?
Disaster Preparedness & Relief Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for disaster preparedness & relief grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for disaster preparedness & relief grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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