What role do recovery grants play in community resilience?

Recovery grants are essential in promoting long-term rebuilding and recovery within communities affected by disasters. They provide financial resources that allow communities to not only restore essential services and infrastructure but also to enhance their resilience to future disasters. This involves rebuilding in a way that incorporates improved safety measures and sustainability practices to mitigate the risks of similar events occurring again. By focusing on long-term recovery, these grants help communities not only bounce back after a disaster but also build capacities and systems that contribute to greater resilience in the face of future challenges. This makes recovery grants a pivotal component of the overall emergency management cycle, connecting the immediate needs for recovery with the strategic goals of community resilience.