UASI ‘25 Grant Cycle

Most of the RDPO’s funding comes from the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI). Some locally-contributed or reallocated funds may also be available. If you would like to submit a project for funding consideration, you must get it sponsored by an RDPO work group, subcommittee, task force, or governance committee well in advance of the application deadline.

>> Application deadline - Dec 6, 2024 <<

Application Instructions

FOLLOW ALL OF THESE STEPS

  1. Read carefully!

    • There are several new elements to this year’s application, including new Steering Committee Requirements that apply strategic planning to our grantmaking. Thoroughly review the Application Instructions and Timeline. Make sure you understand RDPO & UASI grant requirements and expectations.

  2. Engage with others.

    • Your project must be sponsored by an RDPO work group or committee, and you should engage all relevant partners and stakeholders when designing the project.

  3. Complete the required forms.

    • Application Form (PDF)

    • Budget Form (Google Sheets)

    • Download a copy of these files to your computer’s hard drive, complete them, and send them to the RDPO as attachments.

  4. If applicable, complete these forms:

  5. Submit completed forms by 5pm on December 6, 2024.

    • Send application materials to PBEM-UASIgrants@portlandoregon.gov. 

    • Use this subject line: UASI ‘25 Application: [Project Name]

    • Cc the chair of the RDPO work group or committee that is sponsoring your project.

    • Do not include letters of support, appendices, quotes, or other supporting documentation beyond the requested forms.

CONTACT

The RDPO team is here to help applicants design successful, impactful projects. Contact us at pbem-uasigrants@portlandoregon.gov.

Additional Resources

TENTATIVE TIMELINE

View a more detailed list of deadlines in the UASI ‘25 Timeline and the RDPO UASI Timelines.

  • Dec 6, 2024: Application packets due

  • Jan 8-15, 2025: Applicants respond to Evaluation & Program committee questions

  • May-June 2025: Tentative awards announced, applicants submit project management plans and Environmental & Historic Preservation forms

  • August 2025: UASI funding package released and final awards announced

  • Jan-May 2026: All awardees attend mandatory post-award orientation, subrecipient agreements are completed, and project work commences

  • Mar 31, 2028: Grant period ends - projects must be complete, no spending past this date

  • Apr 30, 2028: Final invoices and Requests for Reimbursements due

  • Jul 10, 2028: Final report due

NEW FEMA Resources

PROJECT MANAGEMENT TOOLS

If your project receives funding, you may find the following project management tools helpful.