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The Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) grant program
April 23, 2026Small Business Readiness for Resiliency
Protect Your Business Now. Sign Up for a $5,000 Disaster Grant.

Use our proven checklist to prepare your business now and become eligible for a $5,000 grant if a qualifying disaster impacts your area. The Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) grant program is offered in partnership with FedEx and supported by trusted corporate partners who care about small businesses and their communities.
The return on being prepared is significant. Prepared businesses are more likely to continue operating through disasters and recover faster. Taking small steps now – by preparing and registering – can pay off in many ways when it matters most.
Related LinksGet Started
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Step 1: Review the ChecklistStart with the Red Cross preparedness checklist and choose the steps that make sense for your business.Download Now
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Step 2: Sign UpRegistration takes about 10 minutes and puts you in the fast lane for recovery funding after a qualified disaster.Sign Up Now
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Step 3: Stay ConnectedIf a qualifying disaster affects your community, we’ll reach out with clear instructions on how to apply for the $5,000 relief funding. We’ll also share preparedness resources and updates.Check Eligibility
Continue Your Preparedness Journey

R4R is a first step in preparedness and a proud partner of the American Red Cross Ready Rating program. Ready Rating offers additional tools, resources, and guidance to help strengthen your organization’s readiness.
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