# Fiscal Year 2026 Flood Mitigation Assistance

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/dhs-26-mt-029-000-98-fiscal-year-2026-flood-mitigation-assistance/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/364124

> Department of Homeland Security - FEMA is offering grants to state and local governments and tribes. It expects to make about 40 awards worth $400 million in total. Applications close on February 26, 2027.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | DHS-26-MT-029-000-98 |
| Agency | Department of Homeland Security - FEMA |
| Status | Open |
| Deadline | February 26, 2027 |
| Award ceiling | not stated |
| Award floor | not stated |
| Expected awards | 40 |
| Total funding | $400 million |
| Cost sharing | required |
| Assistance Listings | 97.029 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

U.S. Territories; District of ColumbiaLocal governments must apply through their state or territory.

## What the grant funds

The Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) grant program provides federal funds to states, U.S. territories, federally recognized tribal governments, and local governments. The goal is to reduce or eliminate the risk of repetitive flood damage to buildings and structures insured by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) in participating communities. FMA funds a variety of flood mitigation activities to lower flood risk to policyholders and reduce the NFIP’s financial exposure.

## Questions people ask

### Who can apply for Fiscal Year 2026 Flood Mitigation Assistance?

Department of Homeland Security - FEMA accepts applications from state and local governments and tribes. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Fiscal Year 2026 Flood Mitigation Assistance?

Closes February 26, 2027 (118 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.

### How much funding is available?

About $400 million in total across about 40 awards.