My Safe Florida Home has $280 million for the 2025–26 fiscal year. You start with a free wind mitigation inspection, then apply for a grant using the report. Priority goes to low-income seniors 60+, then low-income households, then moderate-income seniors and households. Funds are first come, first served, and as of May 2026 the program was running on what remained of that money, with grants of up to $10,000.
How it works
- Apply for a free wind mitigation inspection at mysafeflhome.com.
- A state inspector records your home's wind features and recommends improvements.
- Apply for a grant using that report, if you qualify.
- Use an approved contractor to do the work, then submit proof to be reimbursed under the program rules.
Who gets priority (2025–26)
| Group | Who |
|---|---|
| 1 | Low-income seniors: 60 or older, at or below 80% of county median income |
| 2 | Low-income households of any age |
| 3 | Moderate-income seniors: 60 or older, below 120% of county median income |
| 4 | Moderate-income households of any age |
Grant amounts, matching rules and eligible improvements change between funding rounds. Check the current terms on the official site before you plan around a grant.
Common questions
Who gets priority for My Safe Florida Home?
For 2025–26 the program prioritizes low-income seniors (60+), then low-income households, then moderate-income seniors, then moderate-income households. Higher-income homeowners may get inspections only if funds remain.
Do I need an inspection before applying for a grant?
Yes. The process starts with a free wind mitigation inspection, and the grant application uses that inspection report.
How much money does the program have?
The Florida Legislature allocated $280 million for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. In May 2026 WFLX reported that lawmakers were not proposing new money, but that enough of the $280 million was left to keep grants going in 2026. Grants are first come, first served while funds last.
Is My Safe Florida Home still giving grants in 2026?
Yes, as of the latest reports. The official site still lists free wind mitigation inspections and grants of up to $10,000, and WFLX reported in May 2026 that leftover funds would keep grants going in 2026. Check mysafeflhome.com before you plan around one.