Virginia awards $99 million in new funding to help communities improve flood resilence
Richmond, Virginia – The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) has announced $99 million in new awards through the Virginia Community Flood Preparedness Fund (CFPF). These funds are intended to help local governments and regional partners prepare for and reduce the growing risks associated with flooding.
Funding to Strengthen Flood Resilience and Protect Infrastructure
The sixth round of CFPF funding, first announced in October, offers grants and loans to support flood mitigation efforts in communities across Virginia. According to the DCR, the program received 78 applications requesting nearly $129 million in total funding, reflecting high demand from cities and counties working to better protect their residents, homes, businesses, and public infrastructure.
The program is built around the goals of the Virginia Coastal Resilience Master Planning Framework, prioritizing projects that align with local, state, and federal floodplain management standards, as well as local resilience plans. These projects are expected to reduce flood damage and increase long-term safety and sustainability in vulnerable areas.
Since its creation in 2021, the Community Flood Preparedness Fund has awarded over $315 million for flood mitigation and resilience across the state. With climate change and sea level rise contributing to more frequent and severe flooding, this fund plays a key role in preparing communities to face future challenges.
The CFPF is administered by DCR in partnership with the Virginia Resources Authority, which manages the financial side of the program. DCR also oversees Virginia’s floodplain management initiatives statewide.
For more information on fund eligibility, application details, and awarded projects, residents can visit www.dcr.virginia.gov/cfpf or review the full list of latest awards at DCR’s Round 6 awards page.
These latest investments continue Virginia’s commitment to proactive flood protection, helping communities become more resilient in the face of increasing environmental threats.
