Clear Connection is one of the top security integrators serving the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) for more than a decade. FEMA created the NSGP to provide funding support for target hardening activities to nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist attacks and located within designated major urban areas. The mission is to prevent past tragedies such as Hope Chapel in Colorado Springs, Chabad of Poway Synagogue in San Diego, and Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in South Carolina.
Nonprofit Security Grant Program Eligibility and Timeframe
- Applicants must be 501 (c)(e) nonprofit organizations.
- The nonprofit organization must be within the National Capital Region.
- The maximum grant amount is $100,000. The grant is reimbursable. The winner of the funding will pay the integrator 50% upfront. FEMA will reimburse the nonprofit entity within 30-90 days. The nonprofit pays the remaining balance with it. The integrator will provide proof of payment. The nonprofit organization submits to FEMA for reimbursement within 30-90 days.
The Nonprofit Security Grant Program is straightforward (The actual dates not publish but will revise after I receive confirmation)
- Middle of February, FEMA will announce the funding.
- Nonprofit Application due to the State Administrative Agent (SAA) the last Friday of March
- The State Administrative Agent (SAA) submits to FEMA middle of April.
- In late July, FEMA will select winners in various States.
- Last week in September, winners will be notified via letter in mail and email.
- September (2021-2023) Subaward Period (I will create another blog to discuss the process, hurdles, and how to proceed without experiencing hardships.)
Standard Operating Procedure | Paperwork Requirement
- Complete the 2021 NSGP Investment Justification Template – in Excel (Refer to the video below)
- Mission Statement – You want to introduce your organization’s purpose and mission. The State Administrative Agent will identify your entity as Ideology/Spiritual/Religion, Educational, Medical, or Other.
- A Copy of the vulnerability/Risk Assessment – Here are best practices to help guide you. First, please contact your local law enforcement to schedule a risk assessment. After completing the risk assessment, contact me directly at 240-372-2505 or email BJones@ClearConnection.com to schedule our vulnerability. We will review the Police’s analysis, discuss your overall goal, and survey your building. Following our meeting, we will provide you with budgetary numbers with proper AEL codes. The AEL codes you will need to submit in the NSGP Investment Justification form.
Below is a video overview of the Nonprofit Security Grant application.
I am happy to help with the Nonprofit Security Grant process. Give me a call at 240-372-2505 or bjones@clearconnection.com for any assistance. If you belong in a larger organization, we are happy to schedule a webinar with your members. Click here to read the latest blog about developing a security plan for your organization.
Brian C. Jones
Security Specialist for Clear Connection
Direct Phone/Text: 240-372-2505
BJones@ClearConnection.com
