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Ohio Security Grants is sponsored by Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA). This grant program enhances safety and security for houses of worship, chartered non-public schools, licensed pre-schools, and nonprofit organizations.
Funds can cover eligible security improvements that assist organizations in preventing, preparing for, or responding to acts of terrorism; acquiring or retaining resource officers or security guards; or purchasing qualified equipment for physical security enhancement, inspection and screening, and emergency communication management.
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Search similar grants →Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Houses of worship, chartered non-public schools, licensed pre-schools, and nonprofit organizations. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Funding amounts vary based on project scope and sponsor guidance. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is May 15, 2026. 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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Nonprofit Security Grant Program – National Security Supplemental (NSGP-NSS) is a grant from the Ohio Emergency Management Agency that funds nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist or extremist attacks to enhance their physical security and preparedness. The program supports target hardening and other physical security enhancements for vulnerable nonprofits, integrating their preparedness activities with broader state and local homeland security efforts. Program objectives include enhancing security equipment and activities, closing capability gaps identified through Vulnerability Assessments, and strengthening relationships between nonprofits and government homeland security agencies. The NSGP-NSS complements related efforts to protect soft targets and crowded places. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Ohio that can demonstrate a high risk of terrorist or extremist attack. Award amounts vary.
State of Ohio Security Grant (SFY26 OSG) is sponsored by Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS)/ Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA). Provides grants to eligible Ohio nonprofit organizations, houses of worship, chartered nonpublic schools, and licensed preschools for security improvements to prevent, prepare for, or respond to acts of terrorism.
Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security - FEMA. The NSGP provides funding for physical security enhancements and other security-related activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of a terrorist attack. It aims to integrate the preparedness activities of nonprofit organizations with broader state and local preparedness efforts.
Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security - FEMA. The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program provides financial assistance directly to eligible fire departments, nonaffiliated emergency medical service (EMS) organizations, and State Fire Training Academies (SFTAs). The goal is to equip and train emergency personnel, enhance operational efficiencies, foster interoperability, and support community resilience. Reimbursement for grant writing fees is possible if included in the application budget and competitively procured.
Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) / Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The AFG Program provides critically needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel, enhance operational efficiencies, foster interoperability, and support community resilience. It funds activities such as training, equipment (including communication devices like radios, pagers, and mobile data terminals), personal protective equipment (PPE), wellness and fitness initiatives, and modifications to facilities.