Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA)
Forecasted
The Flood Mitigation Assistance grant from TEMA funds science-based projects and planning to reduce flood risk and future flood damage across Tennessee communities.
Funder: Tennessee Emergency Management Agency
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (projected annual deadline)
Funding Amounts: Award amounts vary; typically supports planning and project costs for flood mitigation activities.
Summary: Supports Tennessee projects that reduce the risk of flood damage and future losses, with guidance from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity—dates and details may change as the new cycle is announced.
Description
The Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) program, administered by the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA), provides funding for projects and planning activities that reduce the risk of flood damage and future flood losses in Tennessee. As part of FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance portfolio, FMA focuses specifically on flood-related hazards, supporting initiatives such as flood risk reduction, mitigation planning, property acquisition or elevation, and other measures that help protect communities from future disasters. TEMA offers guidance and technical assistance throughout the application process to help applicants develop and implement effective flood mitigation strategies.
