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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Emergency Grants Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provides emergency funding when a sudden change impacts service delivery of Kentucky nonprofits Funding is available for emergency situations such as:	Rolling	Varies
AFC Local Flood Solutions Grantee Cohort American Flood Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Flood Coalition's first-ever grantee cohort program that funds local place-based organizations testing scalable solutions to flooding.	Not published	Varies
Moose International Disaster Relief Fund (MDRF) Oil City Lodge No 78 Loyal order · Foundation Rolling · Up to $10K Assist lodges and chapters impacted by natural disasters in the form of property damage and loss of business due to temporary closure. Fraternal Units must meet ALL of the following:	Rolling	Up to $10K
Disaster Support Fund SCTE Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides assistance to individuals, businesses, and communities affected by disasters and crises.	Not published	Varies
Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant (HMEP) (F) Indiana Department of Homeland Security · State Not published · $3M	Not published	$3M
Arizona SFY25 AmeriCorps State Formula Grant Arizona Governor's Office of Youth, Faith and Family · Foundation Not published · $100K – $500K The Arizona SFY25 AmeriCorps State Formula Grant, managed by the Governor's Office of Youth, Faith and Family, offers between $100,000 and $500,000 to support programs engaging AmeriCorps members in impactful community services.	Not published	$100K – $500K
Rapid Relief Fund Blackford County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Emergency response funding for organizations responding to crisis situations	Not published	Varies
Hazardous Material Emergency Preparedness Grant (HMEP) DHSEM Grants · State Not published · Varies Non-disaster preparedness grant focused on hazardous material emergency response and preparedness capabilities.	Not published	Varies
September 11th Day of Service and Remembrance Grant Volunteer West Virginia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Volunteer West Virginia announces a funding opportunity through the federal AmeriCorps Agency for eligible applicants - which include local governments, community organizations, and national service programs.	Not published	Varies
Disaster Recovery – FEMA Public Assistance Federal Emergency Management Agency · Federal Not published · $100 – $100.0M Provides supplemental Federal grant assistance for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and the restoration of disaster-damaged, publicly owned facilities and specific facilities of certain types of private nonprofit…	Not published	$100 – $100.0M
Response-Recovery-Rebuild Grants Community Foundation of Chippewa CO · Foundation Not published · Varies This fund is designated to serve in times of community-wide crisis.	Not published	Varies
Idaho Flood Management Grants Idaho Department of Water Resources · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Idaho Flood Management Grants program provides financial assistance for projects aimed at repairing flood-damaged stream channels and improving flood risk management across the state.	Not published	Up to $200K
RISE Challenge Earth Force Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The RISE Challenge engages young people in policy making around community resilience to natural hazards.	Not published	Varies
Disaster Relief & Recovery Rapid Grants Waccamaw Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Waccamaw Community Foundation serves the Waccamaw region’s nonprofits through a Competitive Grant Program, disaster relief rapid grants, and through specialized donor-advised grants.	Not published	Varies
Transylvania Tomorrow Small Business Emergency Relief Fund Heart of Brevard · Foundation Not published · Varies Disaster relief fund designed to provide funding to small businesses during times of emergency. Originally launched following the COVID-19 pandemic; relaunched in October 2024 following Hurricane Helene.	Not published	Varies
Grant Requests - Case by Case Basis Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Denver Cherry Creek Rotary Foundation provides grants to local charities and projects on a case-by-case basis.	Rolling	Varies
California Forests and Watersheds - Wildfires Restoration Grant Program National Fish and Wildlife Foundation · Foundation Not published · $350K The California Forests and Watersheds - Wildfires Restoration Grant Program, administered by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, aims to restore lands and watersheds in the Angeles National Forest affected by the Copper (2002) and…	Not published	$350K
Disaster Relief Grants for Dental Practices Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Delta Dental of Arkansas is providing disaster relief grants to dental practices affected by recent tornadoes.	Not published	Varies
Community Facilities Technical Assistance Disaster Relief Program USDA Rural Development through a grant to RCAP Solutions · Federal Not published · Varies Provides technical assistance – including pre-development planning, budget development, application assistance, and public planning meetings – for projects that are pursuing USDA Rural Development Community Facilities loans or grants	Not published	Varies
Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Affordable Housing Management Association - Northern CA and HI · Foundation Not published · Varies Federal emergency solutions program administered through state and local continuums of care.	Not published	Varies
Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) - Alaska Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) in Alaska supports nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist attacks by providing funding for physical security enhancements.	Not published	Up to $200K
Community Crisis & Disaster Response Grants Blue Cross & Blue Shield · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Deadline is Immediate and ongoing, as long as funds allow and there is need._ The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of Louisianans with a specific emphasis on kids…	Not published	Varies
Grant for Disaster Preparedness / Mitigation Dept of Hawaiian Home Lands · State Not published · Varies DHHL grant funding for disaster preparedness and mitigation statewide. Part of the Native Hawaiian Development Program Plan, available to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate a purpose to benefit Native Hawaiians.	Not published	Varies
Nestle Purina Pet Food Donations & Disaster Relief Grant Nestlé Purina · Foundation Not published · Varies Nestlé Purina offers pet food donations and disaster relief primarily to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt pet welfare organizations in the U.S. Their commitment includes supplying food and litter to over 900 organizations, reflecting their dedication…	Not published	Varies

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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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