Regional catastrophic preparedness grant program

The City of Boston received a $2,305,847 Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Grant Program (RCPGP) award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on October 1, 2024. This 3-year project grant supports the City's Mayor's Office of Emergency Management in building regional capacity to manage and respond to catastrophic incidents. The funding will be used for comprehensive emergency management efforts, including regional planning, coordination, training, equipment procurement, and initiatives to enhance community resilience - with a focus on addressing the needs of underserved populations. Key objectives include strengthening emergency operations centers, improving public alert systems, and developing collaborative approaches to catastrophic incident management across multiple jurisdictions. This RCPGP grant, authorized under CFDA 97.111, is part of FEMA's broader efforts to promote equity, climate resilience, and national readiness through regional emergency preparedness initiatives.