Fiscal Year 2025 National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Individual State Earthquake Assistance
ID: 360146Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Department of Homeland Security - FEMA (DHS-DHS)

Award Range

$50K - $963K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Disaster Prevention and Relief

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360146

Additional Information

https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/risk-management/earthquake
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, through FEMA, has announced the Fiscal Year 2025 National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Individual State Earthquake Assistance grant opportunity. This program aims to support states and territories with high to very high seismic risks by funding initiatives that enhance earthquake hazard reduction programming and promote resilience, with a total funding amount of approximately $2,094,650 available for up to 22 awards ranging from $50,000 to $963,000. Eligible applicants must provide a 25% non-federal cost share, although this requirement is waived for Insular Areas, and the grant activities may include seismic mitigation planning, safety inspections, and public education initiatives. Applications will be accepted starting July 28, 2025, with a submission deadline of August 11, 2025; for further information, interested parties can contact FEMA at FEMA-NEHRP@fema.dhs.gov or visit their website at FEMA.gov/earthquake.

    Point(s) of Contact
    FEMA-NEHRP@fema.dhs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FY25.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Fiscal Year 2025 under the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP), aimed at providing Individual State Earthquake Assistance. This program is designed to support states and territories with high seismic risks by funding initiatives that enhance earthquake hazard reduction programming and promote resilience. A total of approximately $2,094,650 will be available, consisting of up to 22 awards ranging from $50,000 to $963,000. Eligible entities must provide a 25% non-federal cost share, with exceptions for Insular Areas. Grant activities include seismic mitigation planning, safety inspections, updates to building codes, and public education initiatives. Applications are previewed to open on July 28, 2025, with submission deadlines set for August 11, 2025. Review and selection processes will be based on eligibility and merit criteria outlined in the NOFO. This funding opportunity aims to reduce risks from future earthquakes through collaborative efforts at state and local levels while fostering informed community preparedness.
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