Emergency Preparedness Funding Opportunities

Preparing for emergencies takes planning, training, and sometimes new equipment. Several funding programs can help communities and water systems strengthen their emergency response and resilience. The resources below offer grants and financial assistance for improving infrastructure, replacing essential equipment, and supporting local preparedness and mitigation efforts.

• Oregon Health Authority Small System Equipment Assistance
  OHA can fund small scale additions or the replacement of equipment needed by small water systems.
  
• Oregon Department of Emergency Management Grants
  OEM offers funding opportunities to local governments for emergency preparedness and mitigation activities.
  
• Other potential funding for public water systems
  Explore a compiled list of funding resources available to public water systems on our main Drinking Water Protection Funding page.