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Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Homeland Security / FEMA (administered by North Carolina Department of Public Safety / North Carolina Emergency Management). This program provides funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of terrorist or other extremist attack.
It aims to integrate nonprofit preparedness activities with broader state and local preparedness efforts.
Allowable costs include planning, operational coordination, public information and warning, intelligence and information sharing, interdiction and disruption, screening, search, and detection, access control and identity verification, physical protective measures, risk management for protection programs and activities, cybersecurity, long-term vulnerability reduction, situational assessment, infrastructure systems, training and awareness, community resilience, and risk and disaster resilience assessment.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants are North Carolina nonprofit organizations designated as a 501(c)(3) agency and determined to be at high risk of a terrorist attack by the Secretary of DHS. Organizations must apply through the NCEM Salesforce Grants Management Portal. Each site requires a separate application. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $200,000 per individual site, up to 3 sites, for a maximum of $600,000 per organization. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) are due July 24, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is funded by U.S. Department of Homeland Security / FEMA (administered by North Carolina Department of Public Safety / North Carolina Emergency Management). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in North Carolina. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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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.
FY 2026 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) – Mississippi is a grant from the Mississippi Office of Homeland Security (MOHS) that funds local law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency operations agencies for homeland security preparedness. FEMA-provided funds can be used for equipment, training, exercises, and supplies to protect against terrorism and other threats. The FY26 application deadline is Friday, April 3, 2026, and applications are submitted via the MOHS JotForm portal. National priorities require allocating at least 10% toward border crisis response and 3% toward election security. Sub-applications are accepted from local, state, and tribal entities within Mississippi. Contact mohsgrants@dps.ms.gov for program inquiries.
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