Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 11 MT 082 000 01
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- The Department of Homeland Security FEMA in the disaster prevention and relief education other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) regional development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY 2011 Earthquake Consortia" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.082 Earthquake Consortium.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 1, 2011 and posted on Aug 1, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 17, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $850,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $850,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Earthquake Consortia Central United States Earthquake Consortium, Northeast States Emergency Consortium, Western States Seismic Policy Council
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2011 Earthquake Consortia grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number DHS 11 MT 082 000 01) is a FEMA cooperative agreement intended to strengthen earthquake mitigation work across the United States by funding three established regional earthquake consortia. FEMA planned an estimated total of $850,000 in discretionary funding to support nonprofit, consortium-led efforts that help states and local communities reduce earthquake-related losses and limit broader social and economic disruption from hazards. The award structure anticipated three awards in total, with an overall ceiling of $850,000 and no stated minimum award amount (award floor of $0). The program falls under CFDA 97.082 (Earthquake Consortium) and is categorized under disaster prevention and relief, with an emphasis on earthquake mitigation.
Eligibility for this opportunity was narrowly defined. Rather than being open to a wide range of applicants, it was specifically intended for the three earthquake consortia named in the announcement: the Western States Seismic Policy Council (WSSPC), the Central United States Earthquake Consortium (CUSEC), and the Northeast States Emergency Consortium (NESEC). In practical terms, the funding was designed to flow through these entities to support their ongoing regional coordination roles and their work with member states, local jurisdictions, and partner organizations.
The core purpose of the cooperative agreement was to provide guidance, coordination, and technical assistance that translates earthquake science and best practices into real-world preparedness and mitigation actions. FEMA emphasized several closely related activities: developing and advancing seismic policies; sharing information that promotes programs aimed at reducing earthquake losses; and creating forums where stakeholders can exchange information, align strategies, and develop, adopt, and promote policy recommendations. The consortia were also expected to do active outreach to local governments and the business community, while maintaining and strengthening partnerships with other earthquake organizations, helping ensure that mitigation efforts are coordinated rather than fragmented.
A significant portion of the intended impact centers on building capability through training and education. The announcement highlights delivering or helping deliver professional training to local communities and officials, along with educating the public about earthquake risks. This includes developing public awareness and education tools and resources that can be used by states and localities to improve household, community, and organizational readiness. Another key theme is encouraging public-private partnerships that bring additional capacity and practical benefits to communities, recognizing that earthquake resilience often depends on coordination between government agencies, businesses, nonprofits, and infrastructure owners.
Administratively, the opportunity was posted on August 1, 2011, with an original closing date of August 21, 2011, later adjusted to August 17, 2011. The opportunity was archived on September 20, 2011. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, which means applicants were not required to provide non-federal funds to receive the award. FEMA within the Department of Homeland Security served as the issuing agency, and the full announcement was available through Grants.gov, with technical access support provided through FEMA contact channels listed in the notice.
FY 2011 Earthquake Consortia (DHS 11 MT 082 000 01) - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FY 2011 Earthquake Consortia grant opportunity?
This opportunity is a FEMA cooperative agreement intended to strengthen earthquake mitigation work across the United States by funding three established regional earthquake consortia. It is focused on helping states and local communities reduce earthquake-related losses and limit wider social and economic disruption from hazards.
Who is the issuing agency for this funding opportunity?
The issuing agency is FEMA within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS 11 MT 082 000 01.
What CFDA program does this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity falls under CFDA 97.082 (Earthquake Consortium).
What is the purpose of the cooperative agreement?
The cooperative agreement is intended to provide guidance, coordination, and technical assistance that translates earthquake science and best practices into practical preparedness and mitigation actions for states and local communities.
What types of activities did FEMA emphasize for this funding?
FEMA emphasized activities including developing and advancing seismic policies, sharing information that promotes programs to reduce earthquake losses, and creating forums for stakeholders to exchange information, align strategies, and develop, adopt, and promote policy recommendations.
Does the opportunity include outreach expectations?
Yes. The consortia were expected to conduct active outreach to local governments and the business community, while maintaining and strengthening partnerships with other earthquake organizations.
How does this program support coordination among earthquake organizations?
The opportunity was designed to support consortium-led regional coordination roles and encourage coordinated mitigation efforts rather than fragmented approaches, including partnership-building with other earthquake organizations.
What training and education components were highlighted?
The announcement highlights delivering or helping deliver professional training to local communities and officials, educating the public about earthquake risks, and developing public awareness and education tools and resources that states and localities can use to improve readiness.
Does the program encourage public-private partnerships?
Yes. A key theme is encouraging public-private partnerships to bring additional capacity and practical benefits to communities, recognizing that resilience often depends on coordination among government, businesses, nonprofits, and infrastructure owners.
How much total funding was planned for this opportunity?
FEMA planned an estimated total of $850,000 in discretionary funding for this opportunity.
How many awards were anticipated?
The award structure anticipated three awards in total.
Was there an overall funding ceiling?
Yes. The overall ceiling stated for the opportunity was $850,000.
Was there a minimum award amount?
No minimum award amount was stated. The award floor was listed as $0.
Is this opportunity open to any nonprofit or public agency?
No. Eligibility was narrowly defined and was specifically intended for the three earthquake consortia named in the announcement.
Which organizations were eligible to apply?
The announcement named three eligible consortia: the Western States Seismic Policy Council (WSSPC), the Central United States Earthquake Consortium (CUSEC), and the Northeast States Emergency Consortium (NESEC).
What was the general role of the consortia under this funding?
In practical terms, the funding was designed to flow through these consortium entities to support their ongoing regional coordination work with member states, local jurisdictions, and partner organizations.
What program category does this opportunity fit into?
It is categorized under disaster prevention and relief, with an emphasis on earthquake mitigation.
When was the funding opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on August 1, 2011.
What was the original closing date, and was it changed?
The original closing date was August 21, 2011, and it was later adjusted to August 17, 2011.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on September 20, 2011.
Was cost sharing or a matching contribution required?
No. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants were not required to provide non-federal funds to receive an award.
Where was the full announcement made available?
The full announcement was available through Grants.gov.
Where could applicants get technical access support?
Technical access support was available through FEMA contact channels listed in the notice.
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