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Nonprofit Security Grant Program (Pennsylvania) is sponsored by Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) (funded through FEMA). Provides funding for physical and cybersecurity enhancements and other security-related activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high-risk of a terrorist or other extremist attack.
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Apply for a Nonprofit Security Grant | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency Apply for a Nonprofit Security Grant This grant provides funding for physical and cybersecurity enhancements to nonprofits at risk of a terrorist or other extremist attack.
\r\n This program provides funding for physical and cybersecurity enhancements and other security-related activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high-risk of a terrorist or other extremist attack.
\r\n The Nonprofit Security Grant Program also seeks to integrate the preparedness activities of nonprofit organizations with broader state and local preparedness efforts, \r\n The Fiscal Year 2026 Nonprofit Security Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity (PDF) has been released. \r\n The Fiscal Year 2026 application is currently open.
This program provides funding for physical and cybersecurity enhancements and other security-related activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high-risk of a terrorist or other extremist attack.
The Nonprofit Security Grant Program also seeks to integrate the preparedness activities of nonprofit organizations with broader state and local preparedness efforts, The Fiscal Year 2026 Nonprofit Security Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity (PDF) has been released. The Fiscal Year 2026 application is currently open. 2026 Nonprofit Security Grant Program Applications Due Applications will not be accepted past the due date.
Federal program administered by PEMA Reimbursement based grant September. 1, 2026 to August 31, 2029 period of performance No cost-share requirement Maximum award request is $200,000 for both NSGP-UA and NSGP-S Nonprofits with multiple sites (multiple locations/physical addresses) can apply for additional sites, per funding stream (NSGP-S and NSGP-UA).
Each location MUST have an individual application and a unique risk assessment specific to the location. No combination of site locations can exceed $600,000 per funding stream. Federal program administered by PEMA Reimbursement based grant September.
1, 2026 to August 31, 2029 period of performance No cost-share requirement Maximum award request is $200,000 for both NSGP-UA and NSGP-S Nonprofits with multiple sites (multiple locations/physical addresses) can apply for additional sites, per funding stream (NSGP-S and NSGP-UA). Each location MUST have an individual application and a unique risk assessment specific to the location.
No combination of site locations can exceed $600,000 per funding stream.
Application Tips and Resources Application Tips Webinar (PDF) Completed Investment Justification (IJ) example (PDF) Authorized Equipment List (AEL) (PDF) Electronic Single Application (ESA) NSGP Instructions (PDF) Application Tips and Resources Application Tips Webinar (PDF) Completed Investment Justification (IJ) example (PDF) Authorized Equipment List (AEL) (PDF) Electronic Single Application (ESA) NSGP Instructions (PDF) What Can Funds Be Used For?
\r\n The grant program seeks to integrate preparedness activities of nonprofit organizations with broader state and local preparedness efforts. \r\n This funding for eligible nonprofit organizations is generally limited to target hardening and physical security enhancements. \r\n NSGP funds may be used for: Planning related to the protection of the facility and people within the facility.
Equipment focused on target hardening and physical security enhancements. Training and Exercise for nonprofit security personnel to attend security-related training courses and programs or participate in security-related exercises. Contracted Security personnel are allowed under this program only as described in this NOFO.
The recipient must be able to sustain this capability in future years without NSGP funding. NSGP funds may not be used to purchase equipment for contracted security. Construction and Renovation with pre-approval from DHS/FEMA.
Management and Administration (M&A) for costs directly related to the administration of NSGP funds. What Can Funds Be Used For? The grant program seeks to integrate preparedness activities of nonprofit organizations with broader state and local preparedness efforts.
This funding for eligible nonprofit organizations is generally limited to target hardening and physical security enhancements. NSGP funds may be used for: Planning related to the protection of the facility and people within the facility. Equipment focused on target hardening and physical security enhancements.
Training and Exercise for nonprofit security personnel to attend security-related training courses and programs or participate in security-related exercises. Contracted Security personnel are allowed under this program only as described in this NOFO. The recipient must be able to sustain this capability in future years without NSGP funding.
NSGP funds may not be used to purchase equipment for contracted security. Construction and Renovation with pre-approval from DHS/FEMA. Management and Administration (M&A) for costs directly related to the administration of NSGP funds.
\r\n These nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply: Community/social service organizations Senior centers/care facilities \r\n \r\n This is not an exhaustive list. Expand the section below for more eligibility information. These nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply: Community/social service organizations Senior centers/care facilities This is not an exhaustive list.
Expand the section below for more eligibility information. Eligible organizations must meet the following criteria: Registered/recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization as described in the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, Title 26 of the U.S.C. , and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of such code.
[ Note: The IRS doesn't require certain organizations — such as churches, mosques, and synagogues — to apply for and receive a recognition of exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. These organizations are not required to provide recognition of exemption, but instead a letter of exemption.] Facility is located in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
At a high risk of a terrorist or other extremist attack, based on the following: \n \n 1. Identification and substantiation of prior threats or attacks (from within or outside the U.S.) by a terrorist organization, network, or cell against the applicant based on ideology, beliefs, or mission. \n 2.
Symbolic value of the site(s) as a highly recognized regional and/or national or historical institution(s) that renders the site a possible target of terrorism. \n 3. Findings from previously conducted threat and/or vulnerability assessments.
Integration of nonprofit preparedness with broader state and local preparedness efforts. Learn more from your NSGP County Contact (PDF) . Has a pending Unique Entity ID (PDF) t hat matches the applicant name and address on the grant's investment justification.
Eligible organizations must meet the following criteria: Registered/recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization as described in the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, Title 26 of the U.S.C. , and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of such code.
[ Note: The IRS doesn't require certain organizations — such as churches, mosques, and synagogues — to apply for and receive a recognition of exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. These organizations are not required to provide recognition of exemption, but instead a letter of exemption.] Facility is located in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
At a high risk of a terrorist or other extremist attack, based on the following: 1. Identification and substantiation of prior threats or attacks (from within or outside the U.S.) by a terrorist organization, network, or cell against the applicant based on ideology, beliefs, or mission. 2.
Symbolic value of the site(s) as a highly recognized regional and/or national or historical institution(s) that renders the site a possible target of terrorism. 3. Findings from previously conducted threat and/or vulnerability assessments.
Integration of nonprofit preparedness with broader state and local preparedness efforts. Learn more from your NSGP County Contact (PDF) . Has a pending Unique Entity ID (PDF) t hat matches the applicant name and address on the grant's investment justification.
Eligibility Overview (PDF) \r\n The fiscal year 26 Nonprofit Security Grant Program application is currently open. The fiscal year 26 Nonprofit Security Grant Program application is currently open. Need some help or have a question?
Email our grants department. \r\n When applications open, apply for a grant online . You'll need to upload all of the documents listed in the application instructions below with your application.
Please do not use special characters like commas when naming your files. \r\n If you don't yet have one, you'll also need to register for a Keystone Login through the commonwealth. \r\n You can find additional information regarding the application process on FEMA's Nonprofit Security Grant Program Application webpage .
When applications open, apply for a grant online . You'll need to upload all of the documents listed in the application instructions below with your application. Please do not use special characters like commas when naming your files.
If you don't yet have one, you'll also need to register for a Keystone Login through the commonwealth. You can find additional information regarding the application process on FEMA's Nonprofit Security Grant Program Application webpage . Use the Program Designation by County Document (PDF) to determine the funding stream for which you should apply.
Fill out the Investment Justification Template Form You'll need to develop a formal investment justification that addresses each security enhancement proposed for funding. Security enhancements must be for locations that the nonprofit occupies at the time of application.
⠀⠀ The investments/projects described must: Address an identified risk , including threat and vulnerability, and build or sustain a core capability identified in the goal Demonstrate the ability to provide enhancements consistent with the purpose of the program and guidance provided by FEMA Be both feasible and effective at reducing the risks for which the project was designed Be able to be fully completed within the three-year period of performance Be consistent with all applicable requirements outlined in the notice of funding opportunity.
Use the Proper Naming Convention The Investment Justification must be uploaded using this naming convention: NSGP-UA: “FY2026_NSGP_UA_PA_<Urban Area>_<Nonprofit Name> NSGP-S: “FY2026_NSGP_S_PA_<Nonprofit Name>”. Please see the Program Designation by County Document (PDF) to determine the funding stream you should be in. Include A Mission Statement A mission statement is a formal summary of the aims and values of an organization.
The three components of a mission statement include the purpose, values, and goals of the organization. The provided statement should reflect the “who, what, and why” of your organization. Include A Vulnerability Assessment A vulnerability assessment is used to identify and validate physical security deficiencies of your organization/facility and is the foundation of an NSGP application.
The vulnerability assessment involves looking inside the organization for internal vulnerabilities and weaknesses. Projects/activities requested through the NSGP should align to mitigate items identified in the vulnerability assessment. One assessment per site.
Combined assessments are not acceptable. Vulnerability assessments can be provided in the form of a: State or Local Law Enforcement Assessment, County/local emergency management agency assessment, CISA “SAFE tool” assessment conducted by the regional security officer in your area. Email CISARegion3@cisa.
dhs. gov and request a vulnerability assessment of your facility, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Self-Assessment (Facility Security Self-Assessment | CISA), or other valid method of assessment. Include A Determination Letter Include the 501(c)(3) Determination Letter or a Letter of Exemption, if applicable, with the required sentence (as outlined on the Attachments & Addenda page of the online application).
Investment Justification Instructions \r\nDownload the Non-Profit Security Grant Program Investment Justification (PDF) \r\n You must first save the file on your local drives/desktop and then open from that location. Do not attempt to open from your browser download folder.
\r\nIf you are having issues opening the Nonprofit Security Grant Program Investment Justification, please ensure you have upgraded to the latest version of Adobe Reader for Windows®, Mac or Linux® Download the Non-Profit Security Grant Program Investment Justification (PDF) You must first save the file on your local drives/desktop and then open from that location. Do not attempt to open from your browser download folder.
If you are having issues opening the Nonprofit Security Grant Program Investment Justification, please ensure you have upgraded to the latest version of Adobe Reader for Windows®, Mac or Linux® Vulnerability assessment resources: Request a risk assessment from the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) by emailing cisaregion3@cisa. dhs.
gov. Your email must include the following: an explanation of who you are, where you are located and that you are requesting support with conducting a vulnerability assessment of your facility. Western Area Fusion Center Email this center if you're located in one of these counties: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Cambria, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Mercer, Somerset, Venango, Washington, or Westmoreland.
Self-Assessments are acceptable. Learn more. Request a Risk and Vulnerability Assessment Team (RVAT) Assessment from the Pennsylvania State Police Get help with your vulnerability assessment from your county.
Delaware Valley Intelligence Center Email this center if you're located in one of these counties: Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery or Philadelphia. What Happens After Applying? \r\n Awards are determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
We'll notify awardees at the local level after hearing from the federal government. What Happens After Applying? Awards are determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
We'll notify awardees at the local level after hearing from the federal government. FEMA Nonprofit Security Grant Program Website Fiscal Year 2025 Subrecipient Awards \r\n The fiscal year 2025 application has closed. Awards to be announced in the near future.
Fiscal Year 2025 Subrecipient Awards The fiscal year 2025 application has closed. Awards to be announced in the near future.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations that are at high-risk of a terrorist or other extremist attack. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows maximum award request is $200,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was July 14, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Nonprofit Security Grant Program (Pennsylvania) is funded by Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) (funded through FEMA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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