Accessing Disaster Recovery and Resilience Funding in Puerto Rico

GrantID: 75471

Grant Funding Amount Low: Open

Deadline: Ongoing

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Summary

If you are located in Puerto Rico and working in the area of Individual, this funding opportunity may be a good fit. For more relevant grant options that support your work and priorities, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find opportunities.

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Grant Overview

Puerto Rico faces significant barriers to disaster recovery and resilience, with the island's infrastructure and communities still recovering from the impact of Hurricane Maria in 2017. A recent study found that 20% of Puerto Rico's households still lack access to reliable electricity, with many communities facing ongoing challenges in terms of housing, healthcare, and economic recovery.

Low-income and marginalized communities in Puerto Rico face particular challenges in accessing disaster recovery resources and support, with many facing barriers to accessing government programs and services. For example, many community-based organizations lack the necessary capacity and resources to effectively support disaster recovery efforts.

This grant funding addresses these barriers by supporting disaster recovery and resilience initiatives, including infrastructure rebuilding, community resilience initiatives, and disaster preparedness programs. Successful applicants will need to demonstrate a deep understanding of Puerto Rico's disaster context and propose projects that are tailored to the island's specific needs.

Disaster Recovery in Puerto Rico's Rural Communities

Puerto Rico's rural communities face particular challenges in terms of disaster recovery, with many lacking access to basic infrastructure and services. Applicants must demonstrate an understanding of these challenges and propose projects that address the specific needs of rural communities.

Puerto Rico's Disaster Resilience Context

Unlike neighboring Caribbean islands, Puerto Rico's disaster recovery efforts are shaped by its unique history and cultural context, including the impact of colonialism and economic marginalization. Applicants must demonstrate an understanding of these dynamics and propose projects that are adapted to the island's specific context.

Puerto Rico's disaster resilience efforts are also influenced by its geographic location, with the island's exposure to hurricanes and other natural hazards creating ongoing challenges for disaster preparedness and response. For instance, Puerto Rico's mountainous terrain creates challenges for emergency response efforts.

Enhancing Disaster Resilience in Puerto Rico

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