OGR Grant Programs and Initiatives

This grant program makes funds available to at-risk nonprofits to assist with the cost of security personnel to protect against hate crimes or extremist attacks.

This program provides funds to District Attorneys and Massachusetts State Police to promote community safety through enforcement, engagement and prevention.

This program supports efforts to enhance the ability of local police and fire departments to respond to emergencies, including acts of terrorism.

This initiative will develop and implement a Diversion to Care program to improve justice system responses to individuals experiencing substance use disorder.

This grant program provides funds to Executive Office State Agencies to implement a cybersecurity incident response plan or conduct tabletop exercises.

The Edward J. Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program provides critical funding to support a wide range of criminal justice program areas.

Community reentry programs working with a corrections facility may be eligible for funding to provide pre- and post-release services to emerging adults.

A Technical Assistance Provider partners with community reentry programs to support their work providing pre- and post-release services to emerging adults.

State agencies may apply for funds to enhance their ability to help the state prevent, prepare for, mitigate or recover from a terror attack or other catastrophe.

This grant program is open to Homeland Security Regional Advisory Councils to maintain and enhance the preparedness and security of the Commonwealth.