Hazard Mitigation Grant Program

Hazard Mitigation Grant Program is sponsored by Governor's Office of Emergency Services. Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funds plans and projects that reduce the effects of future natural disasters. In California, these funds are administered by the Cal OES HMGP Unit.

Eligible subapplicants include state agencies, local governments, special districts, and some private non-profits. Mitigation is the effort to reduce loss of life and property by lessening the impact of disasters. Mitigation is taking action now, before the next disaster, to reduce human and financial consequences later.

Effective mitigation requires that we all understand local risks, address the hard choices and invest in long-term community well-being and resilience. Without mitigation actions, we jeopardize our safety, financial security, and self-reliance. As the result of a Presidential Disaster Declaration, FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funds plans and projects that reduce the effects of future natural disasters.

In California, these funds are administered by the Cal OES HMGP Unit. Eligible subapplicants include state agencies, local governments, special districts, and some private non-profits. To learn more about the HMGP, visit: FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance Guidance and the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance Guidance Addendum.

Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Funding Opportunity Cal OES Hazard Mitigation accepts Notice of Interest (NOI) on an ongoing basis for future funding opportunities. The NOI is intended to provide an opportunity for eligible subapplicants to propose well-defined mitigation actions that reduce risk to life and property from future natural hazards.

Eligible subapplications that are not initially selected for submission to FEMA will be retained for future consideration when funding becomes available. Eligible Subapplicants include state agencies, local governments, special districts, and Federally-recognized tribes. Sub-applicants must have a FEMA-approved and locally adopted Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) to be eligible for project grants.

If your agency or jurisdiction does not have a LHMP, you may apply for grant funding to develop one. Single jurisdiction plans are limited to a maximum federal share of $150,000; Multi-jurisdiction plans are limited to a maximum federal share of $250,000. Some private nonprofit organizations are eligible for HMGP funding, consistent with 44 CFR §206.

221and 206. 434. Private nonprofit organizations are not required to have an LHMP to be eligible, but the County they are located in must meet the LHMP requirement.

Hazard Mitigation | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Home  Office of the Director  Operations  Recovery Directorate  Hazard Mitigation CA Adaptation Planning Guide-Open for Public Comment The Hazard Mitigation Section supports California communities by reducing risk to natural hazards and enhancing resilience.

Through promoting accessible comprehensive mitigation planning processes and grant programs, we assist local jurisdictions in assessing their risks, developing actionable mitigation strategies, implementing projects and initiatives, and highlighting best practices that reduce disaster losses across the state.

Our Vision for Resilience in CA: Our vision is a resilient California where communities better understand natural hazard risks and work collaboratively to reduce the impacts from natural hazard events and disasters. By fostering strong partnerships and promoting effective mitigation strategies, we strive to safeguard lives, property, the environment, and cultural resources to ensure a safer future for all Californians.

Ready to Start an Application? Local Mitigation Planning Local Mitigation Planning resources for local and tribal entities to implement and maintain plans. State Mitigation Planning The State Hazard Mitigation Plan is California’s primary hazard mitigation guidance document.

Explore grant opportunities and view NOFOs for eligibility and program details. Tools & Resources for developing your HM Subapplication and accessing Technical Assistance​. Approved Mitigation Projects, Mitigation Action Ideas, and Loss Avoidance Studies.

Has your grant been awarded? See the Post-Obligation Section for best practices for managing your grant. MyPlan 2.

0 is a powerful new tool that empowers Californians to better understand natural hazard risks in their communities. Designed for both local government officials and the public, this interactive application provides easy access to key insights from the State Hazard Mitigation Plan’s risk assessment and hazard data used in the assessment.

Click HERE to access the Hazard Mitigation Resource Library All of the documents, links, and templates in one, central location. State Hazard Mitigation Officer Hazard Mitigation Assistance Branch Chief