FEMA Publishes Notice of Funding Opportunity for CAP-SSSE
FEMA has announced the availability of $15 million in funding under the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Community Assistance Program–State Support Services Element (CAP-SSSE). The program supports states and territories in managing and reducing their flood risk.
Important Note: The application window is very short. The application period opens at Monday, July 28 and closes on Monday, August 11 at 5 p.m. ET. All applications must be submitted in FEMA GO.
In recent years, recipients of the CAP-SSSE grant have used this funding for various projects, including:
- Helping communities rebuild after major flooding, including the wake of hurricanes Helene and Milton.
- Training local government officials on how to assess flood damage and submit claims for assistance, empowering them to manage disaster recovery.
- Developing resources to inform the public on what to do after a flood, helping individuals and families jumpstart their recovery.
While the timeline is tight, ASFPM is encouraged to see this long-anticipated funding announcement for a program that’s critical to strengthening state floodplain management capabilities. On June 30, ASFPM joined a coalition of organizations in urging the administration to release Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) for key preparedness grants without further delay to ensure awards can be obligated before the close of the fiscal year. We remain hopeful that additional announcements are forthcoming.
