Public Assistance Grant Program (PA)
Forecasted
Public Assistance Grant Program (PA) supports governments and certain private nonprofits by funding disaster response and facility restoration to help communities recover from declared emergencies and major disasters.
Funder: Maine Emergency Management Agency
Due Dates: 30 days after area designation (Request for Public Assistance) | 60 days after Recovery Scoping Meeting (Damage Inventory)
Funding Amounts: FEMA funds at least 75% of eligible project costs; the applicant or recipient covers the remainder
Summary: FEMA Public Assistance reimburses eligible disaster response and restoration costs for governments and certain private nonprofits.
Key Information: Assistance requires a presidential emergency or major disaster declaration covering the applicant’s area and type of work.
Description
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) runs the Public Assistance program, with the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) coordinating applications and recovery work in Maine. The program helps eligible governments and private nonprofit organizations respond to and recover from presidentially declared emergencies and major disasters.
Funding supports disaster-related debris removal, emergency measures that protect life and property, and restoration of damaged facilities. Permanent work can include roads and bridges, water control facilities, public buildings and equipment, utilities, and parks. Eligible restoration may include cost-effective measures to reduce future damage. FEMA evaluates the applicant, facility, work, and costs when determining eligibility.
