Hazard Mitigation Grant Program – Hurricane Helene (DR-4828)
Forecasted
The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program – Hurricane Helene funds science-based projects in Florida to reduce disaster risks and build resilient communities after Hurricane Helene.
Funder: Florida Division of Emergency Management
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026: Application deadline (projected) | December 2026: FDEM Portal access request deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically cover up to 75% of eligible project costs; county allocations and total program funding vary by disaster and are published annually.
Summary: Supports long-term hazard mitigation projects in Florida communities impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Key Information: All dates are projected; refer to the program page for updates and official deadlines.
Description
This program, administered by the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM), funds long-term hazard mitigation projects in communities affected by Hurricane Helene (DR-4828). The goal is to reduce future disaster risks through infrastructure improvements, property protection, and other mitigation measures. Projects must address vulnerabilities exposed by the hurricane and contribute to building more resilient communities. Funding is provided under Section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and is coordinated in partnership with county-level Local Mitigation Strategy Working Groups (LMSWG).
