FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
FEMA Hurricane Safe Room Rebate is available to homeowners in Hilo, HI.
Rebate for construction of residential safe rooms or wind shelters in hurricane-prone areas of Hawaii County. Provides protection during severe tropical storms and hurricanes.
Federal government covers 75% of safe room cost, homeowner pays 25%
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
This is a national program. In Hilo, HI, you can stack it with local programs like these:
A grant-savvy contractor in Hilo, HI can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
You will likely need a contractor to apply
Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Hilo early keeps your application moving.
Get matched with a contractorEach program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.
Documents you will likely need
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Application periods follow federal disaster declarations
Ask us. It is free, and a real person answers within a business day.
Email us about this programUp to $5,000 rebate.
FEMA Hurricane Safe Room Rebate is open to homeowners in Hilo, HI. It has no income limit.
Apply directly with FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program using the official program link on this page or call (808) 733-4300. There is no middleman and no fee.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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