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Public Assistance Program (PA) is sponsored by FEMA. The FEMA Public Assistance Program provides grants to state agencies, municipalities, and private nonprofit organizations for communities to respond quickly to and recover from major disasters.
It covers expenses for emergency work and permanent work, including repairs to critical infrastructure, restoration of public buildings, road repairs, and reimbursement for costs incurred to ensure public health and safety.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State agencies, municipalities, and certain private nonprofit organizations that provide essential services. FEMA disaster assistance may also be provided for damage to facilities owned by certain nonprofit organizations that operate and maintain utility, emergency, medical, custodial, and other essential social service facilities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies (FEMA has approved over $97 million in July 2026 and over $91 million in July 2026 for Public Assistance projects in Puerto Rico, with specific examples ranging from $1.1 million to $15 million and $39.7 million). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Public Assistance Program (PA) is funded by FEMA. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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