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2025-26 cycle closed. Program runs annually.
California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CSNSGP) is a grant from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services that funds target hardening and security enhancements for nonprofit organizations at high risk for violent attacks and hate crimes due to their ideology, beliefs, or mission. Awards of up to $200,000 per organization are available, with $76 million allocated in the latest funding round.
Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations operating in California. Funded activities include physical security improvements and vulnerability assessments to protect against threats. The program requires applicants to complete a Vulnerability Assessment Worksheet as part of the application process.
Support services applicants had an extended deadline of January 12, 2026. Interested nonprofits should consult Cal OES for future application cycles and updated grant rules and regulations.
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2025-26 California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CSNSGP) RFP | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Official website of the State of California Emergency Response Training School Emergency Planning & Safety Disaster Survivor Assistance Access & Functional Needs Support Planning, Preparedness, and Prevention Public Safety Communications Seismic Safety Commission 2025-26 California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CSNSGP) RFP Category: California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program and Grant Announcements Purpose: The Due Date has been extended to 1/12/2026 for Support Services Applicants ONLY.
The purpose of the CSNSGP is to provide funding support for target hardening and other security enhancements to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk for violent attacks and hate crimes due to ideology, beliefs, or mission.
Grant Rules & Regulations FY 2025 CSNSGP Application Form (Version: 10/25) Vulnerability Assessment (VA) Worksheet (Version: 10/2025) FY 2025 CSNSGP RFP Addendum Grant Announcements By Type Grant Announcements By Category California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program Criminal Justice Programs Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) Domestic Violence Programs Emergency Management Programs Human Trafficking Programs Underserved Victims Programs Public Records Act Request Website Accessibility Certification
Key questions and narrative sections extracted from the solicitation.
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: 501(c)(3) nonprofits in California. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $200,000 per award; $76M total. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The most recent published deadline was January 12, 2026, which has passed. This is an annual program, so a new cycle should follow. Check the funder's website for the next application window.
California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CSNSGP) is funded by California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (State). 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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