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Preparedness Grants - GOHSEP | Governor's Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness Preparedness Grants - GOHSEP Preparedness initiatives are essential for enhancing the capacity of local emergency responders and the State to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disaster events.
By focus on "all hazard" readiness, these programs ensure we are equipped to handle a wide range of threats, including: Cyber-attacks: Protecting critical digital infrastructure. Natural Disasters: Mitigating the impact of severe weather and environmental emergencies CBRNE Threats: Defending against weapons of mass destruction, including chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive devices.
Man-Made Events: Addressing other human-caused emergencies or disasters. To ensure our State, local communities, Tribes, Territories remain safe and resilient, Federal departments invest in these vital capabilities through Non-Disaster Preparedness Grants. Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Provides resources to state, local, and tribal agencies to build core capabilities across all mission areas.
Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) Risk-based funding to prevent and respond to acts of terrorism State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Supports state-wide risk-based strategies Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Focuses on high-threat, high density urban areas Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) Enhances border security and law enforcement coordination Terrorism Prevention & Response State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) Addresses systemic cybersecurity risks and threats to government-owned information systems Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) Funding for target hardening and physical security enhancement for high-risk 501(c)(3) nonprofits.
Physical Security & Hardening Emergency Operations Center Grant Program (EOCGP) Supports the construction or renovation of sustainable, secure, and interoperable Emergency Operations Centers. Administration & Eligibility GOHSEP serves as the State Administrative Agency (SAA) for Louisiana's FEMA Preparedness Grants.
While GOHSEP applies for these funds at the federal level, much of the funding is passed through to local and state partners via subawards. Eligible subrecipients can apply through GOHSEP to support regional security and emergency management capabilities. Examples of Eligible Activities A wide range of activities are eligible for funding, provided they strengthen our core capabilities.
Common eligible expenses include: Management & Administration (M&A) Some Non-Eligible Activities While FEMA Preparedness Grants offer broad support for state and local resilience, certain activities are strictly prohibited by federal regulation.
Funding cannot be used for the following: Lobbying & Political Activity Entertainment & Social Events If you are unsure if a specific item or activity is allowable, we highly recommend consulting the FEMA Authorized Equipment List (AEL) or contacting your GOHSEP Grants Specialist for a preliminary review. Our team is here to help ensure your application meets all federal compliance standards before submission.
If you have any questions at all regarding project eligibility, please reach out to your Regional Specialist. Preparedness Grants Manager For general inquiries email: Planning, Training & Exercise Louisiana Center for Safe Schools
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State and local governments, tribal organizations, and certain nonprofit organizations in Louisiana. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Preparedness Grants is funded by Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Louisiana. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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