Aerial Asset Accessibility Grant Program

Grants to repair, replace, and restore airport infrastructure damaged by Tropical Storm Helene, and to improve capacity for emergency preparedness and disaster response at eligible airports.

Program Details

North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) is a funding organization that offers the Aerial Asset Accessibility Grant Program grant program to support disaster recovery and infrastructure. This funding opportunity is available statewide and is administered by North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) through North Carolina Governor’s Crime Commission. Organizations seeking funding for disaster recovery and infrastructure should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include people or units of local government that own an airport. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) or on North Carolina Governor’s Crime Commission before investing time in an application.

Funding and Timeline

Funding available: Up to $5M. Applications are due by June 15, 2026. Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds.

Program Focus

This grant supports disaster recovery and infrastructure. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 237. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes.

How to Apply

Eligible organizations can apply through North Carolina Governor’s Crime Commission. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for.

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Eligibility

• Programs related to infrastructure

Award details

Award range: Up to $5M. Applications close on June 15, 2026.

Categories

Disaster Recovery · Infrastructure