Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency

Apply for a Hazard Mitigation Grant

This grant helps communities put hazard mitigation measures in place after a major Presidential  disaster declaration.

Overview

The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) is a grant that requires a federal disaster declaration.

The purpose of HMGP is to help communities implement hazard mitigation measures following a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration in the areas of the state, tribe, or territory requested by the Governor or Tribal Executive.

The key purpose of this grant program is to enact mitigation measures that reduce the risk of loss of life and property from future disasters.

Who Is Eligible?

Following a disaster declaration for that area, municipalities participated in the county’s Hazard Mitigation Plan and identified the mitigation project are eligible. This program is open to any local governments or eligible organizations; individuals cannot apply directly for the program

When Can I Apply?

The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program is a grant that requires a federal disaster declaration. Once that requirement has been met, eligble municipalities can send a  Letter of Interest to the hazard mitigation office to start the process.

Apply Online

When applications open, apply for a grant online.

If you don't yet have one, you'll need to register for a Keystone Login through the commonwealth.

Contact Us

Need some help or have a question? Email our mitigation office.