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State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) is sponsored by FEMA. The State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) is part of the Homeland Security Grant Program and supports state and local efforts to prevent terrorism and targeted violence and prepare for threats and hazards. It funds planning, organization, equipment purchase, training, exercises, and management and administration across all core capabilities and mission areas.
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Homeland Security Grant Program | Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency The Homeland Security Grant Program supports the core capabilities across the five mission areas of Prevention, Protection, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery based on allowable costs. The HSGP supports the Quadrennial Homeland Security Review Mission to Strengthen National Preparedness and Resilience.
HSGP funds a range of activities, including planning, organization, equipment purchase, training, exercises, and management and administration across all core capabilities and mission areas. At least eighty percent (80%) of funds must be passed through to local or tribal units of government.
At least thirty-five percent (35%) of the overall HSGP funds received by the state must be dedicated towards law enforcement terrorism prevention activities (LETPA). Funding for this program is provided to Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS). GEMA/HS is the state Administrative Authority for this program.
Funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and Grant Programs Directorate (GPD). Disclaimer: HSGP Drone Request Process Applicants that are seeking funding for the purchase of a small, unmanned aircraft system, otherwise known as a Drone, must adhere to the formal request process mandated by DHS/FEMA.
Please contact GEMA/HS at [email protected] or 404-635-7095 for exclusive details in this process. NOTE: Applications will only be accepted on-line via the Georgia EM Grants Manager at ga. emgrants.
com. The purpose of the FY 2025 HSGP grant is to provide funds to eligible entities to support state, local, tribal, and territorial efforts to prevent terrorism and other catastrophic events and to prepare the Nation for the threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk to the security of the United States. Use the templates below to write a substantial project description.
2025 National Priorities Areas Enhancing the Protection of Soft Targets and Crowded Places This includes faith-based organizations and election sites.
Supporting Homeland Security Task Forces and Fusion Centers Enhancing and Integrating Cybersecurity Resiliency Enhancing Election Security Border Crisis Response and Enforcement Support Example activities under border crisis response and enforcement support may include: Participation in the Department of Homeland Security/Immigration and Customs Enforcement 287(g) training program.
Cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainers. Other jurisdictional responsibilities to support the enforcement of United States immigration law. State Homeland Security Program (SHSP): The SHSP supports state, tribal, territorial, and local preparedness activities that address high-priority preparedness gaps across all core capabilities that support terrorism preparedness.
Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI): The UASI program assists high-threat, high-density Urban Areas in efforts to build, sustain, and deliver the capabilities necessary to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from acts of terrorism.
Operation Stonegarden (OPSG): The OPSG Program supports enhanced cooperation and coordination among Customs and Border Protection (CBP), United States Border Patrol (USBP), and local, Tribal, territorial, state, and Federal law enforcement agencies.
The OPSG Program funds investments in joint efforts to secure the United States' borders along routes of ingress from international borders to include travel corridors in states bordering Mexico and Canada, as well as states and territories with international water borders. The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 97. 067 CFDA Title: Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) The Application period opens September 8, 2025 .
All applications for this grant must be received by the deadline, October 20, 2025 , to be considered. GEMA/HS expects notification of award no later than September 30, 2025 . General projected state-level period of performance (POP) is September 01, 2025 – August 31, 2028 .
Grant Forms and Resources Grant Forms and Resources Disposition Request Form (PDF, 301. 96 KB) Vehicle Inspection Tracking Sheet Form (PDF, 105. 2 KB) EM Grants Manager User Guide Updated 8.
19. 2025 (PDF, 3. 2 MB) Tangible Property Report (PDF, 217.
81 KB) Risk Assessment Survey (DOC, 106. 23 KB)
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: States, territories, and the District of Columbia through their designated State Administrative Agency. Most organizations apply as subrecipients through their state's process. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Approximately $373.5 million (FY 2025 allocation for SHSP within the broader HSGP) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. 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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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.
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.
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