Public Assistance
The Public Assistance grant from the Vermont Department of Public Safety funds disaster recovery and infrastructure repair for Vermont communities and eligible nonprofits after major disasters.
Funder: Vermont Department of Public Safety
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Request for Public Assistance deadline — submit within 30 days of presidential disaster declaration, projected)
Funding Amounts: Reimburses at least 75% of eligible disaster recovery costs; no explicit cap, but subject to FEMA and state guidelines.
Summary: Provides federal disaster aid to Vermont public entities and certain nonprofits for debris removal, emergency measures, and infrastructure restoration after major disasters.
Key Information: Only eligible government agencies and specific nonprofits in Vermont may apply; strict 30-day deadline after declaration.
Description
The Public Assistance program, managed by the Vermont Department of Public Safety's Emergency Management division, delivers federal disaster support for recovery and rebuilding of public facilities following presidentially declared disasters. The program provides funding for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and the repair or replacement of damaged public infrastructure. Eligible applicants include Vermont state and local government agencies, as well as certain private non-profit organizations that provide governmental-type services to the public. The program is designed to help communities and organizations recover quickly and restore essential services after disasters.
