Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is a grant from FEMA administered via State Administrative Agencies that funds nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist or extremist attacks to enhance their physical security.

The program helps nonprofits enhance security equipment, conduct security-related activities, and address capability gaps identified through Vulnerability Assessments through planning, equipment purchases, and training. The NSGP also strengthens relationships between nonprofits and homeland security agencies for a whole-community preparedness approach.

Awards are up to $200,000 per site and up to $600,000 for organizations with multiple sites. In Ohio, eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that can demonstrate a high risk of terrorist attack.

Nonprofit Security Grant Program | Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency NSGP is one of three grant programs that support DHS/FEMA’s focus on enhancing the ability of state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as nonprofits, to prevent, protect against, prepare for, and respond to terrorist or other extremist attacks.

These grant programs are part of a comprehensive set of measures authorized by Congress and implemented by DHS to help strengthen the nation’s communities against potential terrorist or other extremist attacks.

The NSGP provides funds to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of terrorist or other extremist attack to meet the following three objectives throughout the period of performance: Enhance equipment and conduct security-related activities to improve the security posture of nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of a terrorist or other extremist attack.

Address and close capability gaps that are identified in individual nonprofit organizations' Vulnerability Assessments via funding spent on Planning, Equipment, and Training and Exercises that aim to enhance the protection of soft targets and crowded places. Strengthen relationships across non-profit organizations, state, local, and territorial homeland security agencies for a whole community approach to preparedness.

Described under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (IRC) and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of such code. This includes entities designated as “private” (e.g., private institutions of higher learning), as private colleges and universities can also be designated as 501c3 entities.

Able to demonstrate through the investment justification that the organization is at high risk of terrorist or other extremist attack. For NSGP-UA, located within an FY 2025 UASI-designated high-risk urban area; or for NSGP-S, located outside of an FY 2025 UASI-designated high-risk urban area.

There are two funding sources appropriated for subapplicants: NSGP-Urban Area (UA): NSGP-UA funds subapplicants located within FY 2025 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI)-designated high-risk urban areas; and NSGP-State (S): NSGP-S funds subapplicants located outside of a FY 2025 UASI-designated high-risk urban area.

Examples of eligible subapplicant organizations can include houses of worship, educational institutions, senior centers, community centers, day camps, medical facilities, and museums, among many others. The application process for the NSGP is competitive and requires careful preparation. Organizations seeking to apply should closely follow the guidelines provided by GEMA/HS and DHS/FEMA when the grant opportunity is announced.

The application involves several key steps: Preparing the Application: Before initiating the formal application process, organizations should gather all necessary documentation, including proof of tax-exempt status, organizational information, and details regarding the proposed security enhancements.

Risk Assessment: Applicants are required to conduct a risk assessment that evaluates their vulnerability to potential terrorist threats or violent attacks. This assessment forms a critical component of the application, providing GEMA/HS and DHS with a clear understanding of the organization's security needs. Project Proposal: The NSGP application necessitates a well-structured and comprehensive project proposal.

This proposal should outline the specific security measures the organization intends to implement, along with their estimated costs. Funds available are determined each year. Cost-Benefit Analysis: Organizations must demonstrate that the proposed security enhancements represent a cost-effective investment concerning the potential risk reduction.

Collaboration: Applicants may collaborate with local law enforcement agencies, emergency responders, and community stakeholders to bolster their application and foster a sense of community engagement in security efforts. A Mission Statement and Vulnerability Assessment are required to be submitted along with the Investment Justification.

All NSGP applicants must submit: Failure to turn in the above items within the allotted timeframe will result in your grant application being forfeited. NOTE: Applications will only be accepted online via the Georgia EM Grants Manager System at ga. emgrants.

com . The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 97. 008 CFDA Title: Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) The Application period opens on October 1, 2025.

All applications for this grant must be received by the deadline, November 17, 2025 , to be considered. The general projected federal-level period of performance (POP) is October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2028 . Nonprofit Security Grant Program - Related Files Nonprofit Security Grant Program - Related Files FY 2025 NSGP Quick Start Guide (PDF, 282.

29 KB) FY 2025 NSGP Fact Sheet (PDF, 63. 91 KB) FY 2025 NSGP Frequently Asked Questions (PDF, 205. 67 KB) FY 2025 NSGP Key Changes (PDF, 31.

42 KB) FY 2025 NSGP Investment Justification (PDF, 239. 24 KB) FY 2025 NSGP Application Submittal Instructions (PDF, 855. 92 KB) FY 2025 NSGP Vulnerability Assessment Checklist (PDF, 332.

71 KB) Houses of Worship Security Self-Assessment