Flood Mitigation Program (FMP)
The Flood Mitigation Program funds engineering, construction, and planning projects to reduce flood risk and damage throughout Pennsylvania.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (application window opens, projected) | May 2027 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 per project; 15% local match required; typically one-year grants.
Summary: Supports flood mitigation projects across Pennsylvania, including construction, engineering, and planning activities.
Key Information: All dates are projected; confirm on the program page before applying.
Description
The Flood Mitigation Program (FMP), managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), provides funding for statewide initiatives aimed at reducing flood risk and damage. The program supports projects authorized by recognized flood protection authorities, the Department of Environmental Protection, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, or those identified by local governments. Funding can be used for a range of activities, including land acquisition, engineering, construction, debris removal, and related administrative costs.
