Overview
The Office of Grants and Research (OGR) is the State Administrative Agency (SAA) for all funds received by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts from the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). As such, OGR manages and administers the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) in Massachusetts. This program provides federal funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements to nonprofit organizations that are at high-risk of terrorist attack.
Eligibility
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations (as described under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986) at high-risk of terrorist attacks.
Key Dates and Materials
Key Dates:
Notice of Funding Opportunity posted: May 7, 2024
Application Assistance Webinar: May 15, 2024, at 11 a.m. Register here
Application Deadline: June 3, 2024, at 4 p.m.
Anticipated Award Announcement: September 2024
Performance Period: November 2024-December 2026
Application Materials:
FFY24 NSGP Notice of Funding Opportunity
FFY24 NSGP Investment Justification Form (Application)
OGR Subrecipient Risk Assessment Form
Additional Resources:
FFY24 NSGP Subapplicant Quick Start Guide
FEMA and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have made available a number of resources for NSGP applicants and organizations seeking to improve security:
- A 3-minute video providing an overview of NSGP and resources
- A short blog that outlines four things you can do before applying
- An infographic on perimeter security considerations
- A Security Planning Workbook to assist your organization with the development of a foundational security plan
- Additional resources to help protect houses of worship
Resources for FFY23 Grant Recipients
Resources for FFY23 NSGP Award Recipients - Please note that these materials are intended for recipients of the FFY23 NSGP and should not be submitted with applications for FFY24 funding.