Learn how HUD's CDBG-DR grant process supports long-term disaster recovery in Month 10. Discover funding pathways, rebuilding strategies, and expert guidance for survivors.
By Murray Wennerlund, published , updated .
The federal department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is responsible for providing federal taxpayer funding to public and private ventures to assist communities with their rebuilding after a disaster efforts.
Unlike FEMA which is a federal agency that provides first 3 to 6 months of disaster assistance to individuals and families, HUD provides funding to state governments that in turn offer to assist with rebuilding efforts conducted by government, commercial and private community members.
What role does HUD's CDBG-DR grant process play in Month 10 of disaster recovery?
In Month 10, the HUD CDBG-DR grant process begins to provide long-term recovery funding to state governments, which then assist communities—including individuals, businesses, and local agencies—with rebuilding efforts. Unlike FEMA’s short-term aid, HUD’s program supports sustained recovery through structured grants and public-private partnerships.
