South Carolina is among eight southeastern states that will receive a portion of FEMA funding to support future disaster mitigation efforts. The more than $44 million in federal grants span three separate FEMA mitigation programs.
The funding aligns with President Trump's America First Resilience Strategy and will empower community leaders in the recipient states to take decisive steps to protect infrastructure and people. Other states receiving a share are Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina and Tennessee.
The breakdown of funding includes:
- More than $41 million through FEMA's Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program
- Nearly $2.7 million through FEMA's Community Assistance Program
- More than $312,000 through FEMA's National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program
In South Carolina, the grants will support local flood risk reduction, floodplain management efforts, and earthquake safety preparation—including specialized training and exercises for local officials. FEMA says the funding will help local communities protect critical infrastructure before natural disasters hit.