Nonprofit Security Grant Program Accepting Applications
Smyrna, DE — Do you know a nonprofit organization in Delaware that may be interested in grant funding for security enhancements? Organizations with 501(c)(3) status may be eligible to receive funding through the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) which supports organizations that may be at risk of a terrorist attack. Nonprofits that may qualify must apply to the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) by April 5, 2021 at 5:00 pm to be considered for funding. Each individual nonprofit organization may be awarded up to a maximum of $150,000. DEMA is the State Administrative Agency for the Homeland Security Grant Program.
Eligible applicants must conduct a vulnerability assessment that demonstrates the organization is at high risk of a terrorist attack. The grant application must include risks, vulnerabilities, and the proposed project intended to address/mitigate the identified risks and vulnerabilities. Allowable projects should focus on security-related activities and physical security enhancements. Funding can be used for security-related planning, exercises, training, contracted security personnel, and the acquisition and installation of security equipment on real property (including buildings and improvements) owned or leased by the nonprofit organization at the time of application.
Applying nonprofits must complete the application which includes an Investment Justification (IJ) document, mission statement, risk assessment, and other supporting documentation. Additionally, a Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) is needed for application. No applications will be accepted by DEMA after April 5, 2021. Qualified applications will be forwarded to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and grant administrators at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will make the final determination of eligibility and award.
DEMA will host a webinar for potential applicants on March 11th at 2pm to provide general information and answer questions. To register email Christine Beste at Christine.Beste@delaware.gov. Complete qualification information and application packages can be found on DEMA’s website, https://dema.delaware.gov/contentFolder/misc/NSGP-Summary.zip. Completed applications should be sent to Christine Beste at Christine.Beste@delaware.gov.
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Contact: Jeff Sands, Delaware Emergency Management Agency, 302–659–2211.
