California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program

    • Up to 72 awards will be granted.
    • Maximum award is $200,000
    • AB 1548; annual award
    • Opens between August to October
    • 2-year performance period
    • Allows funds to be spent on Planning, Equipment, Training, Construction or Renovation, Contracted Security, Management & Administration fees

Planning 

  • Development and enhancement of security plans and protocols;
    • Continuity of Operations Plans
    • Emergency contingency plans; and
    • Evacuation/Shelter-in-place plans.

Equipment 

  • Physical security enhancement equipment, including, but not limited to reinforced doors and gates, and high-intensity lighting and alarms;
    • Inspection and screening systems, and access control;
    • Any other security enhancement consistent with the purpose of the CSNSGP.

Training 

  • Funding must address a specific threat and/or vulnerability, as identified in the Application
    • Attendance fees for the training; and
    • Related expenses such as materials, supplies, and/or equipment.

Construction or Renovation 

  • Construction or Renovation activities should be done in support of the target hardening activities and is limited to 15 percent of the total grant.
  • (Equipment installation is not considered construction or renovation).

Contracted Security 

  1. Funding for contracted security cannot exceed 50 percent of the amount requested.

Management and Administration (M&A) 

  • Up to five percent of their funds for M&A activities
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