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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Meals on Wheels Texas Disaster Relief Grant Fund Meals on Wheels Texas · Foundation Not published · $300 – $600 COVID-19 disaster relief assistance for Meals on Wheels programs Grants based on H-E-B funding are open to all Meals on Wheels programs in Texas regardless of membership with one exception: Programs that have already received $10,000 or…	Not published	$300 – $600
Clara Lionel Foundation Grant The Clara Lionel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: CLF does not accept unsolicited partnership proposals.	Not published	Varies
VCF - VT COVID-19 Response Fund The Vermont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation established its VT COVID-19 Response Fund in March 2020 to encourage collective, coordinated grantmaking efforts that can quickly adapt to changing circumstances.	Not published	Varies
Farm Crisis Fund Harvest Seed Project Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $10K Emergency funding program to help farmers and ranchers experiencing natural disasters or economic crises, such as floods, freezes, and damage from high winds. This is a rolling application program with rapid response timelines.	Rolling	Up to $10K
People Helping People Program KJZT Family Life · Foundation Not published · Up to $1B The People Helping People program helps communities and parishes with donations of both monetary and goods.	Not published	Up to $1B
AmeriCorps Nevada Competitive Operational Grants Nevada Volunteers · Foundation Not published · Varies The AmeriCorps Nevada Operational Grants provide funding for various organizations, including educational institutions and nonprofits, to recruit AmeriCorps members.	Not published	Varies
Planning Grants for Stormwater, Wastewater, and Community Resilience RFP Minnesota Pollution Control Agency · Foundation Not published · $1.6M The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is offering $1.6 million in planning grants for climate resilience projects across Minnesota.	Not published	$1.6M
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Governor's Office of Emergency Services · State Not published · Varies Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funds plans and projects that reduce the effects of future natural disasters. In California, these funds are administered by the Cal OES HMGP Unit.	Not published	Varies
Moose International Disaster Relief Fund (MDRF) Loyal Order of Moose · Foundation Rolling · Up to $10K The Moose Disaster Relief Fund (MDRF) assists lodges impacted by natural disasters in the form of property damage and loss of business due to temporary closure.	Rolling	Up to $10K
CA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program California Governor's Office of Emergency Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $375K The California Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, administered by Cal OES, offers funding to support communities in reducing risks from natural hazards like wildfires, earthquakes, and flooding.	Not published	Up to $375K
Homer Glen Disaster Relief Fund United Way of Will County · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of Will County established the Homer Glen Disaster Relief Fund to help a Homer Glen father and daughter who: Provide emergency financial assistance to disaster survivors in immediate need.	Not published	Varies
Santander Charitable Sponsorship Program Grant Santander Bank Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Santander Charitable Sponsorship Program focuses on supporting low- to moderate-income communities primarily in the Northeast and Florida.	Not published	Varies
Teller County Emergency Relief Fund Pikes Peak Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Provides grants to nonprofit organizations serving those affected by a natural disaster or crisis during times of municipal or County emergency declaration.	Rolling	Varies
COVID-19 Emergency Relief Grants (Historic/Concluded) Florida United Methodist Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $3K – $40K	Not published	$3K – $40K
Community Response Fund The Amazing X Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies Emergency response fund established March 19, 2020, to rapidly deploy resources to nonprofit organizations during crises (such as COVID-19 pandemic).	Not published	Varies
AOH Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund (Disaster Relief) Ancient Order of the Hibernians in America Inc - Parent Organization · Foundation Not published · Varies Emergency relief program established by the AOH National Board in response to Hurricane Sandy, which devastated the Northeast. The program provided assistance to Hibernians and community members impacted by the disaster.	Not published	Varies
Colorado Plateau Foundation Rapid Response Grants Colorado Plateau Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $10K Rapid Response grants are an exception to CPF's regular grantmaking, reserved for unforeseen, time-sensitive circumstances requiring action within days or a few weeks — explicitly not for activities that can reasonably wait for a regular…	Rolling	Up to $10K
Non-Bond Priorities Grant Programs - Lower Los Angeles-Urban Streams and Rivers Program (CA) California San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy · Foundation Not published · $300K – $2M The Non-Bond Priorities Grant Programs, specifically the Lower Los Angeles-Urban Streams and Rivers Program, aim to restore and conserve river functions while managing flood risks.	Not published	$300K – $2M
COVID-19 Impact Recovery Fund Nantahala Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Launched in April 2020 by Nantahala Health Foundation to match charitable donations dollar for dollar (up to $100,000) and better position the region to prepare for a post-COVID future.	Not published	Up to $100K
Foundation Grant Program The Foundation of the Rotary Club · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Foundation distributes grants to support local area organizations, with particular emphasis on food security, disaster relief, education, and community services.	Not published	$10K – $20K
Miami-Dade County Community Development Block Grant Miami-Dade County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Miami-Dade County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program aims to fund vital community projects addressing high-priority needs identified in the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan.	Not published	Varies
Bucks County COVID-19 Recovery Fund United Way of Bucks County · Foundation Rolling · Varies The COVID-19 Recovery Fund was established in March 2020 by United Way of Bucks County to support nonprofits addressing pandemic-related impacts.	Rolling	Varies
Hurricane Helene Community Fund E4E Relief LLC · Foundation Not published · Varies E4E Relief established the Hurricane Helene Community Fund to provide crucial financial support to individuals impacted by Hurricane Helene. The fund provides cash grants directly to eligible residents affected by the storm's devastation.	Not published	Varies
WCF Community Emergency Response Fund Grant Whitefish Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $2K The WCF Community Emergency Response Fund Grant provides vital support for nonprofits in Flathead County facing unexpected emergencies.	Not published	$500 – $2K

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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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