Grants for Mold Remediation

Mold remediation is the process of cleaning and removing mold in indoor locations, most usually schools, government buildings, businesses and homes or apartments. Mold is highly dangerous, especially for those with sensitive lungs, and the remediation process should be done by a professional contractor.

Though mold remediation can pertain to projects of all scopes, from small to very large, the cost to hire professional contractors to properly remove dangerous mold and toxins from an indoor location is usually quite expensive. There are some government sponsored grants that are allocated for funding mold remediation to individuals, businesses and areas that need financial assistance. These grants usually involve an application process to determine cost, need and eligibility.

Native American Housing Block Grants

The Native American Housing Block Grant program is overseen by the Department of Housing and Urban Development and was authorized by the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (“NAHASDA”). Among a host of other services related to housing development, construction, rehabiliation, financing and demolision, it also assists tribes in funding for mold remediation.

Environmental Justice Grants

Formed in 1994, the Environmental Justice Small Grants Program, in conjunction with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides support to communities in need of assistance to solve environmental and public health issues.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Mold Remediation Program

The government's Mold Remediation Program is offered through FEMA. It provides federal financial assistance and support to communities, businesses and public programs in need of mold removal associated with disaster-related damage.