The Guam Memorial Hospital Authority has secured a $1.41 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to support facility improvements and harden infrastructure against future storms.
According to the hospital, the award supports Typhoon Mawar recovery, with a focus on roof and exterior wall restoration and typhoon storm shutters.
“It will partially reimburse restoration work already completed or underway, helping address costs that remained uncovered after insurance and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance,” the hospital said.
In 2023, the hospital sustained extensive damage from Typhoon Mawar, reporting flooding, leakage and an electrical fire. The restoration work addresses these issues by strengthening the hospital’s roof and exterior to help prevent water intrusion.
“These improvements support the work our healthcare teams do every day,” Jesse Quenga, acting associate hospital administrator for operations, said. “Keeping water out and protecting essential equipment helps us maintain a safer environment for patients and employees. This award brings additional support to the progress already taking place across our hospital.”
According to the hospital, the grant award increases its portfolio to $24.34 million, about $10.74 million of which was awarded between Dec. 31, 2025, and Sept. 2, 2026.
“These grants supplement regular revenues and local appropriations. GMHA thanks USDA for supporting the hospital’s recovery and recognizes the employees whose planning, coordination and persistence helped secure this award for the people of Guam,” GMHA said.
