This grant provides financial assistance to State Units on Aging (SUAs) and federally recognized Tribal Organizations to help them recover from disasters. The funds are meant to cover expenses that aren't covered by other disaster relief programs. The money can be used for things like outreach, meals, transportation, and emergency medications in areas affected by major disasters.
Who it's for: This grant is for State Units on Aging and federally recognized Tribal Organizations that are already receiving a grant under Title VI of the Older Americans Act. These organizations must be in areas designated as disaster zones by the President.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not currently receiving a grant under Title VI of the Older Americans Act
- Not located in a designated disaster area
- Applying for expenses covered by other disaster funding resources
- Failure to discuss the application with ACL contacts before submission
- Not submitting the proposal electronically via grants.gov
What You May Need
- Proof of current Title VI grant under the Older Americans Act
- Documentation of disaster impact in the designated area
- Detailed budget for requested funds
- Consultation records with State, Tribal, and local Emergency Managers
- Communication records with ACL contacts
- Electronic submission capability via grants.gov
Cautions
- Funds are subject to availability and may not cover all requested expenses
- Must coordinate with other disaster relief resources to avoid duplication
- Discussing the application with ACL contacts before submission is crucial
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are State Units on Aging and federally recognized Tribal Organizations that are currently receiving a grant under Title VI of the Older Americans Act. These entities must be located in areas designated as disaster zones by the President of the United States.
Overview
This grant is for State Units on Aging and federally recognized Tribal Organizations that are already receiving a grant under Title VI of the Older Americans Act. These organizations must be in areas designated as disaster zones by the President.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not currently receiving a grant under Title VI of the Older Americans Act
- Not located in a designated disaster area
- Applying for expenses covered by other disaster funding resources
- Failure to discuss the application with ACL contacts before submission
- Not submitting the proposal electronically via grants.gov
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for outreach, information and assistance, counseling, case management, advocacy, additional food and meals, replacing damaged senior center equipment, staff overtime, emergency medications, transportation, and other immediate needs not covered by other disaster relief funds.
Total Program Funding
$600,000
Expected Awards
7
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 26, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 27, 2026(30 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify current Title VI grant status under the Older Americans Act
- Identify and document disaster impact in your area
- Prepare a detailed budget for the requested funds
- Consult with State, Tribal, and local Emergency Managers
- Discuss your application with ACL contacts
- Submit your proposal electronically via grants.gov by the deadline