Fiscal Year 2026 National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Individual State Earthquake Assistance
This grant provides funding to high-risk states and territories for earthquake hazard reduction, safety, and resilience activities, requiring a 25% cost share except for certain U.S. territories.
Funder: Department of Homeland Security - FEMA
Due Dates: July 14, 2026 (original closing) | August 14, 2026 (application deadline, 5 p.m. ET)
Funding Amounts: Total program funding: $2,346,900 | Award range: $50,000–$963,000 | Up to 22 awards, 18-month period
Summary: Supports states and territories at high seismic risk to implement earthquake hazard reduction, mitigation, and resilience programs.
Key Information: 25% non-federal cost share required (waived for Insular Areas); only one application per eligible state/territory.
Description
This funding opportunity, offered by FEMA under the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP), provides non-competitive grants to eligible states and U.S. territories with high or very high seismic risk. The goal is to support the establishment and enhancement of earthquake hazards reduction programs, as well as the implementation of earthquake safety, mitigation, and resilience activities at the state and local levels. Activities must align with NEHRP’s vision, mission, and strategic goals, and can include seismic mitigation planning, vulnerability assessments, code updates, public education, and more.
