FEMA's Public Assistance Program

Reimbursement for Opening & Operation Costs Related to COVID-19

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FEMA is now providing reimbursement for safe opening and operation costs incurred to address COVID safety.    Expenses incurred from Jan. 20, 2020, through Dec. 31, 2021, are eligible.

Eligible private nonprofits can apply.

Reimbursement is exclusive to COVID-19 emergency and major disaster declarations through FEMA’s Public Assistance Program. Items that may be eligible for reimbursement include face coverings, Personal Protective Equipment, cleaning and disinfection, COVID-19 diagnostic testing, screening and temperature scanning, and portable temporary physical barriers for social distancing.

See COVID-19 Pandemic Safe Opening and Operation Work Eligible for Public Assistance Interim Policy (Version 2).9.8.21 Signed (fema.gov). Questions - contact your FEMA regional office.