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Find similar grantsSchool Security Competitive Grant Program is sponsored by Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP). This program provides public and non-public schools with funding to improve security infrastructure. It is a state-funded initiative aimed at enhancing the safety of educational environments.
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Connecticut Nonprofit Security Grant Program The State of Connecticut Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CT-NSGP) is a state funded competitive grant program that provides reimbursement for expenses that an eligible nonprofit organization has incurred for security infrastructure improvements. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations that are at heightened risk of being the target of a terrorist attack, hate crime, or violent act.
Eligible applicants must own the building at the time of application and throughout the project completion. Applications will be ranked and awarded based on the demonstrated need for security improvements. Please note, public schools are not eligible applicants for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program.
Please review our School Security Grant Program webpage for other opportunities. For information on the program application, please visit the Apply page of this program to learn more. To learn about the grant process from announcement to award, please visit the Grant Process page of this program.
Helpful Tools and Guidance DEMHS CT-NSGP Guidance and Forms State and Federal NSGP Program Overview SHPO Compliance for DEMHS-Funded Projects Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Guidance on Contracts and Procurement as applicable Applying for CT-NSGP in EM Grants To be added to our distribution list to receive notifications and announcements for this program, please email DEMHS. CT-NSGP@ct.
gov All forms and documents should be submitted to DEMHS. CT-NSGP@ct. gov Please include your organization's official name, the grant program, and award year and number on all correspondence.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Public and non-public schools in Connecticut. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
School Security Competitive Grant Program is funded by Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Connecticut. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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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.
Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) is sponsored by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) / FEMA (administered by state agencies). The NSGP provides funding for target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities to nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist attack. While focused on physical security, 'Enhancing Cybersecurity' is listed as one of the National Priority Areas shaping current and future guidance.
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