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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Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Maryland Department of Emergency Management · State Not published · Varies Prevent loss of life and property damage associated with hazard events. Funds are awarded to the State after a presidentially declared disaster.	Not published	Varies
Resilient Maryland Maryland Energy Administration · State Not published · Varies Provides funds to Maryland communities and organizations to offset the costs of planning, designing, and constructing microgrids, resilient facility power systems, and resiliency hubs.	Not published	Varies
Gatesville Fire Relief Grant Texas Masonic Charities Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Relief for those affected by a recent historic fire that destroyed portions of the historic downtown block of Gatesville.	Not published	Varies
Washington Coast Restoration and Resiliency Initiative Grant Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M The Washington Coast Restoration and Resiliency Initiative provides critical funding and technical assistance to coastal communities in Washington State, addressing urgent ecological restoration needs while also creating jobs.	Not published	Up to $2M
Governor's Highway Safety Program Grant North Carolina Department of Transportation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Governor's Highway Safety Program in North Carolina provides essential funding to law enforcement agencies, local governments, and nonprofits aimed at reducing traffic accidents.	Not published	Varies
Vigo County Urgent Grants Wabash Valley Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Vigo County Urgent Grants provide one-time funding up to $2,000 for organizations facing urgent operational needs.	Not published	Up to $5K
MERF (Montrose Emergency Relief Fund) Montrose Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies MERF was created in 2020 in response to local community needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The fund provides flexible resources through grants to local nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Brooklyn Brewery Event Donations Grant Brooklyn Brewery · Foundation Not published · Varies Brooklyn Brewery is committed to supporting local communities through event donations. They have a rich history of partnering with various organizations, including Prospect Park Alliance and Brooklyn Museum, to enhance community welfare.	Not published	Varies
Southwest Iowa Emergency Relief Fund Grant Community Foundation for Western Iowa · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Southwest Iowa Emergency Relief Fund, initiated by the Community Foundation for Western Iowa, aims to provide vital support to communities affected by the devastating tornadoes and floods beginning on April 26, 2024.	Not published	Up to $50K
Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) United Way of Pueblo County Colorado Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Working Washington 2 Grant Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship · Foundation Not published · $10K The application does not require submission of invoices for reimbursement. Applicants need an estimate of revenue for current and prior years, plus their UBI number.	Not published	$10K
CLIMATE and ENVIRONMENT – 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
Community Partners Grant Program Humana Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Partners Grant Program, led by the Humana Foundation, aims to enhance community health by addressing social barriers and promoting equitable health outcomes.	Not published	Varies
Rapid Response Grant Program Foundation for Community Health Inc · Foundation Rolling · $1K – $5K Supporting emergency and time-sensitive opportunities Grants support work that aligns with the Foundation for Community Health's mission and funding priorities, defined as:	Rolling	$1K – $5K
Disaster Grants Program Legal Services Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Disaster Grants Program by LSC provides vital funding to organizations aiding survivors of government-declared emergencies.	Not published	Varies
Dow in the Delaware Valley Grant Dow Company Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Dow in the Delaware Valley Grant focuses on fostering collaboration and innovation to address local challenges while promoting sustainability.	Not published	Up to $10K
WDNR: Forest Fire Protection (FFP) Grant Program - County/Area Fire Association Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The WDNR's Forest Fire Protection Grant Program offers 50% cost-share grants to Wisconsin fire departments and county/area fire associations.	Not published	$5K – $25K
Small Business Readiness for Resiliency Program (R4R) Van Ness Group Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Developed in partnership with founding sponsor FedEx, the Small Business Readiness for Resiliency Program (R4R) is a multi-year initiative to empower small business owners to proactively mitigate the risks posed by disasters.	Rolling	Varies
ISTAT Foundation Humanitarian Aid Program Grant International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The ISTAT Foundation Humanitarian Aid Program, established in 1994, brings together the aviation community to support humanitarian efforts.	Not published	Varies
Associate Helping Hands Fund - Natural Disaster Aid St Frances Cabrini Hospital Foundation OF ALEXANDRIA · Foundation Not published · Varies Financial assistance specifically for CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital associates whose homes or cars have been destroyed by local natural disasters. Allows for larger withdrawal amounts to cover extensive damage.	Not published	Varies
Grant for Disaster Preparedness / Mitigation (Statewide) Dept of Hawaiian Home Lands · State Not published · Varies Grant funding to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate a purpose to benefit native Hawaiians.	Not published	Varies
Maui Fire Relief Fund Aloha United Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Established in August 2023 to support individuals and families devastated by Maui's catastrophic wildfires. Aloha United Way created this fund in coordination with Maui United Way to provide immediate relief to affected residents.	Not published	Varies
IE COVID-19 Resilience Fund Inland Empire Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K	Not published	$5K – $20K
Partnership for Disaster Health Response System Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response · Federal Forecast · $3M Funding for one demonstration project that will help identify issues, develop leading practices, and demonstrate the potential effectiveness and viability of the RDHRS concept.	Forecast	$3M

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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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