Hurricane Ida Resilient Investments through Support and Capital (RISC) - Infrastructure
Funds resilient infrastructure projects in select NY counties to reduce disaster risk and support recovery from Hurricane Ida, prioritizing green upgrades and benefits to low- and moderate-income communities.
Funder: Homes and Community Renewal
Due Dates: July 6, 2026 (Technical Assistance Request) | August 3, 2026 (Application Submission)
Funding Amounts: Up to $17M total; typical awards: up to $3M (4 awards), up to $5M (1 award); project duration up to 2 years.
Summary: Supports resilient infrastructure upgrades in select NY counties to reduce disaster risk and aid long-term recovery from Hurricane Ida.
Key Information: Only one project award per applicant; priority to Westchester County, projects directly impacted by Ida, and those benefiting low/moderate-income communities.
Description
The Hurricane Ida Resilient Investments through Support and Capital (RISC) - Infrastructure Program funds resilient upgrades to public facilities and infrastructure in Dutchess, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester Counties in New York. The program, administered by the Office of Resilient Homes and Communities under New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), aims to reduce community flooding risks, enhance disaster resilience, and address unmet needs following Hurricane Ida. Priority is given to projects in Westchester County, those directly impacted by Hurricane Ida, projects that benefit low- and moderate-income (LMI) communities, and those incorporating green infrastructure.
