# FEMA Awards $180M Disaster Resilience Grants

FEMA has announced nearly **$180 million** in grant funding for Fiscal Year 2026 to support disaster resilience and mitigation projects across states, territories, Tribal Nations, and local governments. The funding is distributed through three key programs: the Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Program ($160 million), the Community Assistance Program – State Support Services Element ($15 million), and the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program ($3.8 million). These grants focus on reducing risks from floods, earthquakes, and wildfires by enabling infrastructure improvements and enhanced disaster preparedness at the local and state levels.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should note the significant federal investment in disaster mitigation infrastructure and risk reduction projects, which will drive demand for construction, engineering, environmental consulting, and resilience technologies.
- The broad geographic scope covering 39 states and Tribal Nations indicates widespread opportunities for contractors specializing in floodplain management, seismic retrofitting, and wildfire mitigation.
- Organizations involved in grant-supported projects must align with FEMA’s program requirements and coordinate with state and local agencies to maximize funding utilization.
- This funding cycle emphasizes proactive resilience measures, signaling a sustained federal commitment to disaster risk reduction that may influence future procurement priorities and funding availability.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Public Safety, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 19, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

### Key Quotes
> The funding announced today will enable states, territories, Tribal Nations and local governments to proactively mitigate the impact of future disasters like earthquakes, floods and wildfires.
> — Cameron Hamilton, FEMA Administrator

### Sources
- [FEMA Announces Nearly $180 Million to Help Communities Strengthen Their Resilience Against Future Disasters | FEMA.gov](https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20260918/fema-announces-nearly-180-million-help-communities-strengthen-their) - FEMA
- [FEMA Announces Nearly $180 Million to Help Communities Strengthen Their Resilience Against Future Disasters | FEMA.gov](https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20260918/fema-announces-nearly-180-million-help-communities-strengthen-their-0) - FEMA