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Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program

This grant program makes funds available to at-risk nonprofits to assist with the cost of security personnel.

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Overview

PLEASE NOTE: This program is not currently accepting applications for funding.

The Office of Grants and Research will make one-time grant funds available through a competitive process to eligible 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations, such as faith-based, educational, medical/health care service providers, human services, and other organizations that have demonstrated that they are at high risk for terrorist attacks or hate crimes.  Recipients of this funding must contribute matching funds to the project equal to $1 for every $1 contributed by the Commonwealth. Priority will be given to applicants demonstrating the greatest need and proposing cost-effective solutions to hiring security personnel, and to those who have not previously received funding from OGR. 

This program is made available through state funding.

Looking for information on the FY24 Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Grant Program?

Eligibility

Only a 501(c)3 nonprofit that can demonstrate a high risk of a terror attack or hate crime is eligible to apply.

FY24 Funding Period Application Materials

Key Dates:

AGF POSTED

September 13, 2023

AGF REVISED

October 11, 2023

Application Assistance Webinar (Optional)

September 20, 2023, 11:00 a.m.

Registration link:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8079519737974076503

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Application Due Date

4:00 p.m. on October 13, 2023

Application Deadline Extended: 4:00 p.m. on October 20, 2023

Award Notification (anticipated)

November 2023

Performance Period (anticipated)*

December 2023 – June 30, 2024

Application Materials:

FY24 Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program AGF

FY24 Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program Online Application Form

FY24 Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program Budget Worksheet (Attachment B)

Additional Resources:

FY24 Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program Applicant Assistance Webinar Presentation

FY24 Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program Q & A

Resources for Grant Recipients

Contact   for Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program

Address

35 Braintree Hill Office Park, Suite 302, Braintree, MA 02184

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