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Fiscal Year 26 Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP-SSSE)

Funded by:

Department of Homeland SecurityFederal Emergency Management Agency

Grant Amount

USD: 15,000,000Program Funding

USD: 750,000Award Minimum

Deadline

Aug 11, 2026

2 days remaining

Est. Awards

51 Grants

Funding Purpose

Community Projects

Subjects

Environmental Science

Description

Community Resilience Grant Opportunity

Administered by: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Application Deadline: October 31, 2024

This grant supports community-led initiatives aimed at enhancing local resilience against natural disasters and climate change impacts. Funds can be used for infrastructure hardening, public awareness campaigns, and emergency preparedness planning.

Eligibility Requirements

Must be a recognized local government entity (County or Municipality).
Must demonstrate a documented history of community engagement and disaster risk assessment.
Must submit a comprehensive project proposal detailing scope, budget, and measurable outcomes.

Funding Details

Maximum Award Amount: $5,000,000

Funding Period: 3 Years

Focus Areas: Infrastructure Resilience, Public Health Preparedness, Ecosystem Restoration.

Application Process

Phase 1: Pre-Application Meeting (Mandatory): Schedule a consultation with the grant administrator to refine project scope.
Phase 2: Proposal Submission: Submit the detailed proposal, budget breakdown, and letters of support by the deadline.
Phase 3: Review and Award: Proposals are reviewed by a national panel; awards are announced in December 2024.

Note: Applicants must review the full Request for Proposals (RFP) document available on the FEMA portal.

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