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Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) provides federal funding to nonprofit organizations, including houses of worship, that are at high risk of terrorist or extremist attacks.
The grants support physical security enhancements and other security-related activities, such as security cameras, access control systems, reinforced doors, ballistic film, and training programs for staff. It also aims to integrate nonprofit preparedness with broader state and local preparedness efforts.
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Search similar grants →Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, including religious facilities, that are at high risk of a terrorist or other extremist attack. Applicants must own or lease the place of worship's facilities and can request funding for up to three sites. A formal Threat, Vulnerability, and Risk Assessment (TVRA) is a mandatory component of the application. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $200,000 per location, with a maximum of $600,000 per organization for multiple locations (up to three sites per funding stream). Total program funding for FY 2025 is $274.5 million, with additional supplemental funding potentially increasing the total. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
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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.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection, Comment Request; Hazard Mitigation Grant Programs is sponsored by Homeland Security Department; Federal Emergency Management Agency. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites the general public to take this opportunity to comment on a revision of a currently approved information collection. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice seeks comments concerning the information collection instruments for FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) Grant programs. Action: 60-Day Notice of Revision and Request for Comments. Published in the Federal Register on 2026-02-11. Federal Register document number: 2026-02677.