Hazard Mitigation Funding Programs
Forecasted
The Hazard Mitigation Funding Programs from the Vermont Department of Public Safety fund science-based projects to reduce natural hazard risks and strengthen community resilience across Vermont.
Funder: Vermont Department of Public Safety
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (HMGP/Advanced Assistance) | February 2027 (FMA state submission, HMGP pre-app opening) | May 2027 (BRIC state deadline) | July 2027 (BRIC FEMA GO deadline) | August 2027 (HMGP pre-app closing) | March 2027 (BRIC app open)
Funding Amounts: BRIC: Up to $2,000,000 federal per state allocation; HMGP: No set cap, varies by disaster; FMA: Varies. Typical federal cost share is 75% (up to 90% for small, impoverished communities); some rounds may offer 100% local match coverage.
Summary: Supports Vermont communities and eligible organizations in reducing long-term risks from natural hazards through project funding and technical assistance for planning and mitigation activities.
Key Information: This is a forecasted grant cycle—dates and funding availability are subject to annual federal and state updates.
Description
The Vermont Hazard Mitigation Funding Programs, administered by the Vermont Department of Public Safety through Vermont Emergency Management (VEM), provide critical support for municipalities, regional planning commissions, and eligible organizations aiming to reduce or eliminate long-term risks from natural hazards. Funding is available for a range of project types, including property buyouts, structural elevations, infrastructure upgrades, floodplain and natural resource restoration, and hazard mitigation planning.
These programs encompass several federal and state streams, notably the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), and Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA). VEM offers technical assistance throughout the application and implementation process, helping applicants develop effective strategies to protect people and property and strengthen community resilience.
