Funder: Department of Homeland Security - FEMA
Due Dates: April 18, 2025 (Full Application Deadline)
Funding Amounts: $750M total program funding | Up to $150M per award | Cost share/match required
Summary: Federal funds for states, territories, tribal, and local governments to support hazard mitigation projects that reduce disaster risks.
Key Information: Local governments must apply through their state or territory; cost sharing is required.
Description
The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program, administered by FEMA, provides significant federal funding to support hazard mitigation activities. The program aims to help states, U.S. territories, federally recognized tribal governments, and local governments reduce risks from natural hazards and disasters. BRIC emphasizes building community capability and capacity, supporting innovative and large-scale infrastructure projects, and fostering partnerships to enhance resilience and reduce future disaster costs.
Due Dates
- Full Application Deadline: April 18, 2025
Funding Amount
- Estimated Total Program Funding: $750,000,000
- Award Ceiling: $150,000,000 per project
- Award Floor: No minimum
- Cost Sharing/Matching: Required (typically 25% non-federal match; may be reduced for small, impoverished communities)
- Expected Number of Awards: Approximately 800
Eligibility
Eligible applicants include:
- State governments
- U.S. territories
- Federally recognized tribal governments
- Local governments (must apply through their state or territory)
- District of Columbia
Note:
- Local governments cannot apply directly to FEMA; they must submit applications through their state or territory.
- Both federally recognized and non-federally recognized tribal organizations are eligible.
Application Process
- Applications must be submitted via the FEMA Grants Outcomes (GO) system.
- Subapplicants (e.g., local governments) should coordinate with their state, territory, or tribal Hazard Mitigation Office.
- Review the official BRIC program page for detailed guidance, FAQs, and resources.
- Cost share/match documentation and project justification are required as part of the application.
Additional Information
- BRIC supports a wide range of hazard mitigation activities, including infrastructure upgrades, nature-based solutions, and capacity-building projects.
- The program encourages innovation and partnerships, and prioritizes projects that address climate adaptation, equity, and community resilience.
- For more information on eligible activities and program priorities, consult the BRIC fact sheet.
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