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2025-26 California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CSNSGP) RFP is sponsored by California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES). This program provides funding for physical security enhancements and activities to nonprofit organizations, including faith-based groups, that are at higher risk for violent attacks and hate crimes.
Funds can be used for equipment like reinforced doors, gates, high-intensity lighting, alarms, access control, inspection and screening systems, contracted security, and cybersecurity measures. The program aims to bolster safety and security in faith communities and nonprofits.
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Section I. Applicant Information: Legal name, FEIN, contact details, organizational description
Section II. Background: Organizational background, mission, and community served
Section III. Risk: Describe risk of violent attacks or hate crimes based on ideology, beliefs, or mission
Section IV. Security Enhancements: Describe proposed security enhancements including planning, equipment, training, construction/renovation, and contracted security
Section V. Milestones: Provide project timeline and milestones for completion within the period of performance
Section VI. Impact: Describe the anticipated impact of the proposed security enhancements
Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: California 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, including churches, mosques, and synagogues, at elevated risk of hate crimes and violent attacks due to ideology, beliefs, or mission. Organizations must occupy the location for which they are applying. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $250,000 per site, maximum $500,000 per organization (total $76,000,000 available in 2025). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was October 31, 2025, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
2025-26 California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CSNSGP) RFP is funded by California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
The solicitation lists 6 required documents: FY 2025 CSNSGP Application Form (Version 10/25), Vulnerability Assessment (VA) Worksheet (Version 10/25), Proof of ownership or lease agreement, Google Map and/or footprint of facility with square footage, Multi-level building or dual usage justification (if applicable), and FEIN authorization letter from parent organization (if applicable). Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
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