Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program

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.

Overview

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. 

This program is made available through state funding.

Find information on the 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.

Key Dates and Application Materials

Key Dates:

AGF Posted: October 16, 2026
Applicant Assistance Webinar (optional): October 27, 2026, 1 p.m.
Register for the webinar.
Application deadline: November 20, 2026, no later than 4 p.m.
Award Notification (anticipated): January 2027
Performance Period (anticipated): January 2027 – September 30, 2027

Application Materials:

FY27 Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program AGF

FY27 Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program Online Application

FY27 Commonwealth Nonprofit Security Personnel Grant Program Budget Worksheet

OGR Risk Assessment Form

Resources for Grant Recipients

Resources for CNSPGP Funding Recipients

Please note that these materials are intended for current grant recipients and should not be included with applications for funding.