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GrantVirginia — VDEM FY27 Emergency Shelter Upgrade Assistance Grant (Up to $450,000; November 30, 2026)

Atlas Opportunity ScoreUnder review

FundingUp to $450,000 in state share for an individual locality grant; $2,500,000 is the full FY27 program appropriation, not an applicant award. State cost-share percentages range from approximately 60% to 75% according to the locality fiscal stress index; local contribution required.

DeadlineNovember 30, 2026; VDEM does not specify a closing time or time zone on the controlling FY27 grant page. Applications opened August 13, 2026.

Required next actionRead VDEM's FY27 Emergency Shelter Upgrade Assistance Grant Fund instructions, application and checklist at https://www.vdem.virginia.gov/divisions/finance/grants/opportunity/fy-27-virginia-emergency-shelter-upgrade-assistance-grant-fund/; establish VDEM EM Grants access under Shelter Upgrade application/Hazard Mitigation Assistance; confirm locality emergency plan, eligible shelter sites, match percentage and project costs; submit all application materials by November 30, 2026.

Current statusOPEN: VDEM Grant ID 27002-2, FY27 applications August 13–November 30, 2026. Complete authenticated portal form, current policy and PDF checklist not independently inspected.Source verification2026-11-04Tracked applicant typesGovernmental Entity

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Eligibility

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Strategic Alignment

How directly the organization's goals and use case match the funder's priorities.

Funding Potential

Available dollars, allowable uses, match burden and the amount that can realistically support the project.

Actionability

Deadline, documentation burden, readiness and the practical work required to submit a strong application.

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