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Find similar grantsNonprofit Security Grant Program is sponsored by Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP). Provides financial assistance to support infrastructure improvements that increase security measures at facilities belonging to 501(c)(3) organizations at heightened risk.
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Nonprofit Security Grant Program Overview Nonprofit Security Grant Program Overview Are you sure you want to log out of your account? If you do want to logout, please click Logout. DEMHS administers two grant programs to support nonprofit organizations in security infrastructure improvements and enhancements.
One program is a state-funded program, funded as appropriated by the Connecticut Bond Commission. The other program is an annual federal program, funded by the Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency (DHS/FEMA). Both programs are administered in the new DEMHS Grants Management System, EM Grants.
You may visit and request access to the system by going to emgrants. despp. ct.
gov . Below is general information about both programs. Please review each program's page to learn more specifics.
Connecticut Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CT-NSGP) The State of Connecticut Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CT-NSGP) is a state funded competitive grant program that provides reimbursement for expenses that a nonprofit organization has incurred for security infrastructure improvements. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations that are at heightened risk of being the target of a terrorist attack, hate crime, or violent act.
Applications will be ranked and awarded based on the demonstrated need for security improvements. If you are seeking information, submitting requests or quarterly reports, or would like to be added to our distribution list for the State Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CT-NSGP), please email the following email; DEMH S. CT-NSGP@ct.
gov Federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP-S) The Federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP-S) is a competitive federal grant program. Eligible applicants are 501(c) (3) organizations that are at heightened risk of being the target of a terrorist attack. Additional information for the federal program can be found by visiting FEMA's Nonprofit Security Grant Program Page .
If you are seeking information, submitting requests or quarterly reports, or would like to be added to our distribution list for the Federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP-S), please email the following email; DEMHS. NSGP-S@ct. gov .
Helpful Resources to Get Started Nonprofit Security Grant Program Fact Sheet State and Federal NSGP Program Overview Applicant User Guide - How to Use EM Grants Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) organizations in Connecticut at heightened risk of terrorist attack, hate crime, or violent act. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Nonprofit Security Grant Program is funded by Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Connecticut. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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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.
Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) / FEMA (administered by state agencies). The NSGP provides funding for target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities to nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist attack. While focused on physical security, 'Enhancing Cybersecurity' is listed as one of the National Priority Areas shaping current and future guidance.
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