22 Legislative Pre Disaster Mitigation (LPDM)/Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS)
🏛 Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security
✓ Free, no account · Source: Illinois GATA Catalog (CSFA) · Last verified Jun 1, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for state, local, tribal, and territorial governments to fund pre-disaster mitigation projects. Eligible applicants must be located in Illinois and be able to match federal funding with local resources. Projects must involve planning and implementation of cost-effective measures that reduce risk from natural hazards.
Activities supported include sustainable mitigation projects that decrease reliance on future federal disaster funding. The program prioritizes projects that provide long-term risk reduction and community resilience.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
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Program description
Legislative Pre Disaster Mitigation (LPDM)/Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) The Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) Grant Program makes federal funds available to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments to plan for and implement sustainable cost-effective measures designed to reduce the risk to individuals and property from future natural hazards,
while also reducing reliance on federal funding from future disasters. The Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 PDM Grant Program will provide $153,922,408 in funding to projects identified in the FY22 Consolidated Appropriations Act’s Joint Explanatory Statement for Division F in the
table entitled Community Project Funding and Congressionally Directed Spending.
These funds allow governments to plan for and implement sustainable cost-effective measures designed to reduce the risk to individuals and property from future natural hazards, while also reducing reliance on federal funding from future disasters.
7 Illinois communities have been funded projects under this program. Federal Assistance Listing: 97.143. Administered by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security via the Illinois GATA Catalog of State Financial Assistance (CSFA 588-40-0451).
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Project narrative describing mitigation measures and risk reduction
- Cost-sharing documentation and funding sources
- Budget and budget narrative
- Evidence of project designation in FY22 appropriations
- Local government authorization or council approval
Program contact
- 👤 Zachary Krug
- 📧 zachary.krug@illinois.gov
- 📞 217-306-6179
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 97.143 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$1,740,000
Top States by Funding
- NM 1 awards $1.7M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
State, local, tribal, and territorial governments in Illinois can apply. You must be able to provide cost-sharing for your project.
What types of projects are funded?
Projects that reduce risk from natural hazards through planning and implementation of sustainable, cost-effective measures. Disaster mitigation and resilience projects are the focus.
Is there a cost-sharing requirement?
Yes, cost-sharing is required. You must match a portion of federal funds with local resources or funding.
How competitive is this program?
This is a congressionally directed spending program, meaning projects are identified in appropriations language. Competitiveness depends on legislative designations.
What is the typical funding range?
Award amounts are not publicly specified. Review the Consolidated Appropriations Act for project-specific allocations.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Review the FY22 Consolidated Appropriations Act's Joint Explanatory Statement to see if your project was designated.
- Develop a detailed project plan showing clear risk reduction outcomes from natural hazards.
- Clearly document your cost-sharing commitment and funding sources for the match requirement.
- Partner with adjacent governments or agencies to strengthen project scope and sustainability.
- Emphasize how your project reduces future federal disaster relief dependency.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to provide adequate cost-sharing documentation. Not clearly demonstrating how the project reduces natural hazard risk. Submitting projects not identified in the congressional appropriations language.
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