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HMGP funding is triggered by Presidential Disaster Declarations; no standing deadline applies.
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) is sponsored by New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (NMDHSEM) / FEMA. Provides funding for eligible mitigation measures that reduce disaster losses. HMGP funds become available after a presidential major disaster declaration if requested by a governor or tribal executive in eligible communities.
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Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) - NMDHSEM Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program is funding requested by the Governor of the State or Tribe during a Presidential Disaster Declaration. HMGP is authorized under the Stafford Act, Section 404. Each state determines how these funds are prioritized with a Hazard Mitigation Administrative Plan.
In New Mexico, HMGP funds can be used to create hazard mitigation plans, conduct outreach and education, or construct mitigation projects associated with any identified natural hazard, and any eligible applicant throughout the state can apply. 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.
Please direct any questions regarding HMGP in New Mexico to the DHSEM Mitigation Unit at DHSEM. Mitigation@state. nm.
us HMGP under Section 404 Mitigation is distinct from Section 406 Mitigation, which is administrated by the Public Assistance Program. 406 Mitigation funding is limited to protecting facilities damaged by the disaster event from future, similar disaster events. Please direct any questions regarding 406 Mitigation to the Response and Recovery Unit.
What are “natural hazards”? A natural hazard is a natural phenomenon that might have a negative effect on humans or the environment. A few New Mexico specific examples include flash flooding, wildfires, droughts, thunderstorms, and earthquakes.
There are 14 natural hazards identified in the State’s Hazard Mitigation Plan. These hazards are distinct from human-caused hazards, which are not eligible for natural hazard mitigation funding. What can I do with this grant?
The following represents some of the project types eligible for award under HMGP. Please direct any questions regarding HMGP eligibility to the DHSEM Mitigation Unit at DHSEM. Mitigation@state.
nm. us .
Local, tribal, or multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan Risk assessments associated with a hazard mitigation plan or plan update Stream work, bank stabilization, erosion control Flood risk reduction – stormwater management, drainage, and channelization Wildfire mitigation – thinning, defensible space, retrofit of non-combustible materials Generators for critical facilities Emergency communication and warning systems Debris flow/landslide barriers Outreach/community education campaigns Phased projects – two-part project awards for 1) design, environmental clearance, cost-benefit analysis, etc., and 2) awards for project implementation.
Check out FEMA’s website for more information here . Applications are submitted to the DHSEM Mitigation Unit, which administers the HMGP grant funds awarded by FEMA. Local and municipal governments, tribal nations, state agencies, quasi-governmental agencies, and non-profit organizations can apply for sub-grants.
Individuals and businesses may not apply directly for HMGP funding but may be sponsored through an appropriate sub-applicant. FEMA requires state, territorial, tribal, and local governments to develop and adopt hazard mitigation plans as a condition for receiving HMGP project funding. Mitigation plans play a critical role in breaking the cycle of disaster, damage, reconstruction, and repeated damage.
With these plans, communities can identify risks and vulnerabilities related to natural disasters in their communities, and they can develop long-term strategies to protect people and property from future disasters. Hazard mitigation plans must be updated and receive FEMA approval every five years. How much money is available?
HMGP is only available following a Presidential Disaster Declaration in which the state requests HMGP funding. The amount awarded to HMGP is a small percentage of the disaster assistance provided under the Public Assistance Program. HMGP funding is broken into three categories: cost-effective projects, non-cost-effective projects, and planning activities.
The majority of HMGP funds are typically directed to projects where the projected benefits of the project outweigh the likely costs. For more information, see FEMA’s Benefit-Cost Analysis tool . 5% of the total award amount is limited to projects that cannot prove they are cost effective, like outreach programs, warning sirens, or, in some cases, generators.
Typically, these applications request far more funding than what is available, resulting in a competitive selection process. 7% of funding is limited to planning activities. Planning sub-applications help states, territories, tribal nations, and local governments engage in a planning process that meets the requirements outlined in the Title 44 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 201 Mitigation Planning.
Most planning applications result in a mitigation plan adopted by the jurisdiction(s) and approved by FEMA. However, planning funds have also been used to conduct risk assessments and collect data for use in the planning process. What are the cost-share requirements?
FEMA provides up to 75% of the funds for mitigation projects. The remaining 25% can come from a variety of sources. Most sub-grants in New Mexico are matched with in-kind time.
Staff who are not federally funded track the time they spend working on the project or administering the sub-grant, and they count their regular salary rate toward the 25% requirement. Cash match (payment from the state, local governments, or individuals), is also common.
Other funding sources may include donated resources, such as construction labor, Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) funds from a flood insurance policy, or loans from other government agencies, such as the Small Business Administration. An additional 5% of the total project cost is available at 100% federal share for management of each sub-grant.
Management costs are eligible and reasonable indirect costs, direct administrative costs, and other administrative expenses associated with a mitigation project. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: States, tribes, local governments, and certain private nonprofits in New Mexico following a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Unspecified (based on estimated total federal assistance, subject to a sliding scale formula) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security - FEMA. The NSGP provides funding for physical security enhancements and other security-related activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of a terrorist attack. It aims to integrate the preparedness activities of nonprofit organizations with broader state and local preparedness efforts.
Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security - FEMA. The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program provides financial assistance directly to eligible fire departments, nonaffiliated emergency medical service (EMS) organizations, and State Fire Training Academies (SFTAs). The goal is to equip and train emergency personnel, enhance operational efficiencies, foster interoperability, and support community resilience. Reimbursement for grant writing fees is possible if included in the application budget and competitively procured.
Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) / Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The AFG Program provides critically needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel, enhance operational efficiencies, foster interoperability, and support community resilience. It funds activities such as training, equipment (including communication devices like radios, pagers, and mobile data terminals), personal protective equipment (PPE), wellness and fitness initiatives, and modifications to facilities.