The Fiscal Year 2026 Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) Program by FEMA is designed to help communities better understand and manage flood risks. This program provides funding to develop flood hazard data and maps, which can be used to increase public awareness and support informed decision-making to reduce flood risk.
Who it's for: This grant is open to a wide range of applicants, as it is categorized as 'UNRESTRICTED'. This means that any organization, including government agencies, non-profits, private sector entities, and others, can apply if they are capable of developing flood hazard data and maps.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Inability to demonstrate capacity for flood mapping
- Failure to submit a complete application by the deadline
- Non-compliance with FEMA or NFIP guidelines
- Lack of experience in disaster prevention or flood risk management
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of capacity for flood mapping
- Past performance documentation
- Organizational information
- Registration with relevant federal systems (e.g., SAM.gov)
- Compliance with FEMA guidelines
Cautions
- Ensure compliance with FEMA and NFIP guidelines
- Be prepared to demonstrate technical capacity for flood mapping
- Funds must be used specifically for flood risk management activities
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The eligibility for this grant is 'UNRESTRICTED', meaning any organization that can demonstrate the capability to develop flood hazard data and maps is eligible. This includes government agencies, non-profit organizations, private sector entities, and other groups involved in disaster prevention and flood risk management.
Overview
This grant is open to a wide range of applicants, as it is categorized as 'UNRESTRICTED'. This means that any organization, including government agencies, non-profits, private sector entities, and others, can apply if they are capable of developing flood hazard data and maps.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Inability to demonstrate capacity for flood mapping
- Failure to submit a complete application by the deadline
- Non-compliance with FEMA or NFIP guidelines
- Lack of experience in disaster prevention or flood risk management
Use of Funds
Funds from this grant can be used to develop flood hazard data and maps, which help communities understand flood risks and take actions to reduce them. This includes activities like data collection, analysis, and community engagement to raise awareness.
Total Program Funding
$41,000,000
Expected Awards
100
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 30, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 17, 2026(47 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 16, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with SAM.gov and ensure active status
- Prepare a detailed project proposal focused on flood mapping
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather documentation of past performance in similar projects
- Ensure compliance with FEMA and NFIP guidelines
- Submit application by August 17, 2026