Grants & Finance

The purpose of the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency's (RIEMA's) Grants Program is to facilitate application and issuance of grants with the purpose of enhancing the preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery efforts throughout the State in order to protect life and property from all hazards and disasters.

FY 2024 Nonprofit Security Grant Program - National Security Supplemental (NSGP-NSS)

FY 2024 Nonprofit Security Grant Program -

National Security Supplemental (NSGP-NSS)

The NSGP-NSS supplements one of three grant programs that support DHS/FEMA’s focus on enhancing the ability of state, local, tribal, and territorial governments and nonprofits to prevent, protect against, prepare for, and respond to terrorist or other extremist attacks. These grant programs are part of a comprehensive set of measures authorized by Congress and implemented by DHS to help strengthen the nation’s communities against potential terrorist or other extremist attacks. NSGP-NSS applicants include the State Administrative Agencies (SAA), and subapplicants include eligible nonprofit organizations and consortia of nonprofit organizations.

KEY POINTS:

The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) gives specific guidance on what projects are eligible for funding and the criteria for eligible applicants.

HOW TO APPLY:

The official rollout will be conducted on December 4, 2024, from 10:00-11:00 am. To attend the roll-out webinar, please use the following link: NSGP 2024 Supplemental Roll-Out Webinar

The FY 2024 NSGP-NSS application window will open on December 4, 2024, at 11:00 AM EST and close on January 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST.

Apply now via the link below:

FY2024 Nonprofit Security Grant Program - National Security Supplemental (NSGP-NSS) - Funding Application

A nonprofit with one site may apply for up to $200,000 for that site. Nonprofits with multiple sites (multiple locations/physical addresses) within Rhode Island may choose to apply for additional sites at up to $200,000 per site for a maximum of three sites, not to exceed $600,000 of funding per nonprofit.

Applicants are reminded that both the federal form and the eCivis application must be completed. The following documentation will be needed to apply: a completed Investment Justification (IJ), a Vulnerability/Threat Assessment unique to the site as related to the IJ, and the nonprofit's Mission Statement.

*Please note you may not alter the federal Investment Justification Form.

Applicants may want to use Firefox to access the Investment Justification Form. The form is available below or in the eCivis tool for your convenience.

Please use the link below if you are experiencing technical difficulties, or have questions related to the eCivis Portal and Grants Management System:

Submit a User Support Ticket - Grants Management | Rhode Island (ri.gov)

If you need immediate assistance or would prefer to speak with a representative, please call the RI Grants Management Office (GMO) at (401) 574-8423.

ALSO:

For more information about grant opportunities in the State of Rhode Island, please use the following link:

https://controller.admin.ri.gov/grants-management/state-rhode-island-grant-funding-opportunities

Please see the NOFO below for more information and areas of emphasis for the FY 2024 Nonprofit Security Grant Program issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and Grant Programs Directorate (GPD).

Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Nonprofit Security Grant Information

FY2024 NSGP-NSS Roll Out Slide Deck draft - Dec 4, 2024.pptx Powerpoint file, about 3

FY 2024 NSGP-NSS NOFO.pdf PDF file, less than 1

NSGP-NSS_Investment Justification.pdf PDF file, about 2

FY 2024 NSGP-NSS_Consortium Workbook.xlsx Excel file, less than 1

EHP Eligibility and Completeness Review Checklist for Project Subapplications.pdf PDF file, less than 1

DHS CISA HoW Self-Assessment Survey_508_05.04.2020.pdf PDF file, less than 1

EHP Screening Form (exp. 3.31.2026).pdf PDF file, about 6

EHP Checklist.pdf PDF file, less than 1

FY 2023 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP)

FY 2023 State & Local Cybersecurity Grant Program

The State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) supports strengthening cybersecurity practices and resilience of state, local, and territorial (SLT) governments to assist with managing and reducing systemic cyber risk. Through funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), the SLCGP enables the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to make targeted cybersecurity investments in SLT government agencies, thus improving the security of critical infrastructure and improving the resilience of the services SLT governments provide their community.

Key Points:

The Notice Of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) gives specific guidance on what projects are eligible for funding and the criteria for eligible applicants.

SLCGP 2023 Roll Out:

The official rollout will be conducted on January 15, 2024, from 10:00-11:00 am. To attend the roll-out webinar, please use the following link: FY 2023 SLCGP - Roll Out Webinar

How to apply:

The FY 2023 SLCGP application window will open on January 15, 2024, at 11:00 AM EST and close on March 19, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST.

FY 2023 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) - Funding Application

Application reviews are conducted by RIEMA and the Rhode Island Cybersecurity Planning Committee, which consists of stakeholders/subject matter experts from State, Local, & Federal government agencies.

Please use the following link for information related to the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center's (MS-ISAC) Nationwide Cyber Security Review (NCSR):

Nationwide Cybersecurity Review (NCSR) (cisecurity.org)

Also:

Please use the link below if you are experiencing technical difficulties, or have questions related to the eCivis Portal and Grants Management System:

Submit a User Support Ticket - Grants Management | Rhode Island (ri.gov)

If you need immediate assistance or prefer to speak with a representative, please call the RI Grants Management Office (GMO) at (401) 574-8423.

For more information about grant opportunities in the State, please go to the following link:

https://controller.admin.ri.gov/grants-management/state-rhode-island-grant-funding-opportunities

Please see below for additional materials and areas of emphasis related to the FY 2023 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program.

SLCGP 2023 - Reference Materials

FY2023 SLCGP NOFO_OMB approved_508c_FINAL_08.08.23.pdf PDF file, about 1

SoRI_Cybersecurity_Plan_Sept2023.pdf PDF file, about 2

FY2023 SLCGP Funding Roll Out Slide Deck.pptx Powerpoint file, about 2

Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Program

Emergency Management Performance Grant

The purpose of the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) program is to make grants available to assist local, tribal and state governments in preparing for all hazards, as authorized by the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.) Title VI of the Stafford Act authorizes FEMA to make grants for the purpose of providing a system of emergency preparedness for the protection of life and property in the United States from hazards and to vest responsibility for emergency preparedness jointly in the Federal Government, States, and their political subdivisions.

KEY POINTS:

The Notice Of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) gives specific guidance on what projects are eligible for funding and the criteria for eligible applicants. The FY 2024 EMPG NOFO is posted below.

HOW TO APPLY:

The State of RI has moved to an online portal for grant applications called eCivis. Please click on the following link to apply:

FY 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Funding Application

*The deadline for funding applications has been set for August 30, 2024 (5:00 PM EST).

Please use the link below if you are experiencing technical difficulties, or have questions related to the eCivis Portal and Grants Management System:

Submit a User Support Ticket - Grants Management | Rhode Island (ri.gov)

If you need immediate assistance or prefer to speak with a representative, please call the RI Grants Management Office (GMO) at (401) 574-8423.

ALSO:

For more information about grant opportunities in the State of Rhode Island, please use the following link:

https://controller.admin.ri.gov/grants-management/state-rhode-island-grant-funding-opportunities

Please see the NOFO below for more information and areas of emphasis for the FY 2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant program issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and Grant Programs Directorate (GPD).

FY_2024_EMPG_NOFO_04_12_24_Final_508AB.pdf PDF file, less than 1

EMPG 2024 Roll Out - Slide Deck.pptx Powerpoint file, about 3

Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP)

Homeland Security Grant Program

The Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) supports the implementation of State Homeland Security Strategies to address the identified needs in planning, organization, equipment, training, and exercise in order to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from, acts of terrorism and other catastrophic events.

KEY POINTS:

The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) gives specific guidance on what projects are eligible for funding as well as the criteria for eligible applicants.

HOW TO APPLY:

The State of RI has moved to an online portal for grant applications called eCivis. Please click on the following link to apply:

FY 2024 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) Funding Application

*The deadline for funding applications has been set for August 30, 2024 (5:00 PM EST).

Please use the link below if you are experiencing technical difficulties, or have questions related to the eCivis Portal and Grants Management System:

Submit a User Support Ticket - Grants Management | Rhode Island (ri.gov)

If you need immediate assistance or would prefer to speak with a representative, please call the RI Grants Management Office (GMO) at (401) 574-8423.

ALSO:

For more information about grant opportunities in the State of Rhode Island, please use the following link:

https://controller.admin.ri.gov/grants-management/state-rhode-island-grant-funding-opportunities

Please see the NOFO below for more information and areas of emphasis for the FY 2024 Homeland Security Grant Program issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Grant Programs Directorate (GPD).

FY_2024_HSGP_NOFO_04-12-24_Final_508_updated_4.15.24.pdf PDF file, less than 1

HSGP 2024 Roll Out - Slide Deck.pptx Powerpoint file, about 3

FY 2022 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP)

FY 2022 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program

The State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) supports the strengthening of cybersecurity practices and resilience of state, local, and territorial (SLT) governments to assist with managing and reducing systemic cyber risk. Through funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), the SLCGP enables the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to make targeted cybersecurity investments in SLT government agencies, thus improving the security of critical infrastructure and improving the resilience of the services SLT governments provide their community.

Key Points:

The Notice Of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) gives specific guidance on what projects are eligible for funding as well as the criteria for eligible applicants.

How to apply:

The State of RI has moved to an online portal for grant applications called eCivis. Please click on the following link to apply:

FY 2022 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) - Funding Application

The FY 2022 SLCGP Application window for Round 2 of funding applications will open on August 30, 2024 and is scheduled to close on November 20, 2024.

Application reviews are conducted by RIEMA and the Rhode Island Cybersecurity Planning Committee, which consists of stakeholders/subject matter experts from State, Local & Federal government agencies.

Please use the following link for information related to the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center's (MS-ISAC) Nationwide Cyber Security Review (NCSR):

Nationwide Cybersecurity Review (NCSR) (cisecurity.org)

Also:

For more information about grant opportunities in the State, please go to the following link:

https://controller.admin.ri.gov/grants-management/state-rhode-island-grant-funding-opportunities

Please see below for additional materials and areas of emphasis related to the FY 2022 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program.

FY 2022 SLCGP - Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)

SLCGP FY22 Roll Out Slide Deck (FINAL).pptx Powerpoint file, about 5

FY22 SLCGP NOFO_9_13_2022.pdf PDF file, less than 1

FEMA_FY_2024_Preparedness_Grants_Manual.pdf PDF file, about 2

Fiscal Year 2022 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program FAQs 9.26.2022.pdf PDF file, less than 1

Fiscal Year 2022 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program FAQs & Answers 11.20.2022.pdf PDF file, less than 1

Fiscal Year 2022 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Fact Sheet.pdf PDF file, less than 1

State_of_RI_Cybersecurity_Plan_Sept2023.pdf PDF file, about 2

PROCUREMENT GUIDE – Price Thresholds & Bidding Procedures.pdf PDF file, less than 1

Hazard Mitigation Grants

Hazard Mitigation Grants

The Hazard Mitigation Assistance grant program is designed to provide funding to protect life and property from future natural disasters. Currently, there are four programs:

Pre-Disaster Mitigation provides funds for hazard mitigation planning and projects on an annual basis.
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program assists in implementing long-term hazard mitigation measures following a major disaster.
Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) will support states, local communities, tribes and territories as they undertake hazard mitigation projects, reducing the risks they face from disasters and natural hazards.
Flood Mitigation Assistance provides funds for projects to reduce or eliminate the risk of flood damage to buildings that are insured under the National Flood Insurance Program on an annual basis.

Mitigation Grants Opportunities

1. Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)
Information related to the FEMA post-disaster hazard mitigation grants

HMGP Funding
The HMGP provides funds to states, territories, tribal governments, and other communities after a disaster, to reduce or eliminate future risk to lives and property from natural hazards. The intent for funding of hazard mitigation plans and projects is to reduce the need for the reliance on taxpayer-funded federal assistance for disaster recovery. Mitigation also minimizes overall risk to lives and property. State and local governments, tribal organizations, and certain private non-profits may be eligible to apply for funding to cover projects including:

Storm-water upgrades
Drainage and culvert improvements
Property acquisition
Slope stabilization
Infrastructure protection
Seismic and wind retrofits, and
Structure elevations
Wildfire Mitigation

HMGP funding is available to all communities in the RI that meet the sub-applicant and project eligibility requirements. Federal funding for this grant program is available following a major federal disaster declaration. HMGP funds are available based on a percentage of the total Public Assistance and Individual Assistance programs. The HMGP is competitive statewide and is authorized under Section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

FEMA’s hazard mitigation grant programs are not intended to fund repair, replacement, or deferred maintenance activities. They are designed to assist sub-applicants in developing long-term, cost-effective improvements that will reduce or eliminate risk of damage to people and property caused by natural hazards. Projects that address operation, deferred or future maintenance, repairs or replacement (without a change in the level of protection provided) of existing structures, facilities, or infrastructure (e.g., dredging, debris removal, replacement of obsolete utility systems, bridges and facility repair/rehabilitation) are not considered eligible mitigation grant activities.

Individuals and businesses are not eligible to apply for HMA funds; however, an eligible Applicant or sub-applicant may apply for funding on behalf of individuals and businesses.

2. Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC)

RIEMA is pleased to announce we are now accepting applications for Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC). The Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities is a new FEMA pre-disaster hazard mitigation program that replaces the existing Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) program. The priorities for the BRIC program are to:

Incentivize public infrastructure projects;
Incentivize projects that mitigate risk to one or more lifelines;
Incentivize projects that incorporate nature-based solutions;
Incentivize adoption and enforcement of modern building codes.

Key Points: FEMA has published a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the BRIC grant program. RIEMA encourages reviewing the BRIC NOFO before applying, as it provides detailed information and other grant application and administration requirements. Click here for additional information.

BRIC and FMA 2024 Summary PDF file, less than 1

3. Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA)

RIEMA is pleased to announce we are now accepting applications for Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA). The FMA grant program strengthens national preparedness and resilience and supports the mitigation mission area through FEMA’s strategic goal of building a culture of preparedness. Eligible Activities:

Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) (B)(ii):
Repetitive Loss (RL)
SRL (B)(i)

Key Points: FEMA has published a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the FMA grant program. RIEMA encourages reviewing the FMA NOFO before applying, as it provides detailed information and other grant application and administration requirements. Click here for additional information.

BRIC and FMA 2024 Summary PDF file, less than 1

Preparedness Grants Materials

Preparedness Grants Administration

The Sub-Recipient Grant Management Handbook serves as a primary reference for subrecipients to administer federal grant funds and ensure they are used for the purposes for which they were awarded. This handbook will serve as a day-to-day management tool for sub-recipients in administering grant programs.

RIEMA is pleased to respond to any questions not covered by this handbook and welcomes suggestions to improve the utility and content of the handbook. Please contact the Grants Division at (401) 946-9996 with any questions or suggestions.

Grant Administration Forms and Related Materials