Public Assistance Grant Program
The Public Assistance Grant Program from the Florida Division of Emergency Management funds disaster recovery, facility repair, and hazard mitigation for eligible entities after major disasters.
Funder: Florida Division of Emergency Management
Due Dates: Within 30 days of a Presidential Disaster Declaration (extensions possible)
Funding Amounts: Federal share covers at least 75% of eligible costs; no fixed maximum; minimum project size $3,500; small project threshold $139,800 (FY22)
Summary: Supports Florida state, local, tribal governments, and eligible nonprofits in recovering from federally declared disasters through grants for debris removal, emergency measures, and facility repair/mitigation.
Key Information: Application is only available following a Presidential Disaster Declaration for designated areas.
Description
The Public Assistance Grant Program, administered by the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) in partnership with FEMA, provides supplemental federal disaster assistance to help eligible state, tribal, local governments, and certain private non-profit organizations recover from major disasters or emergencies declared by the President. Funding may be used for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and the repair, replacement, or restoration of disaster-damaged public facilities. The program also supports hazard mitigation measures to protect damaged facilities from future disasters, enhancing community resilience and expediting recovery.
