Campus Security Support Program Grant
Forecasted
Campus Security Support Program Grant supports Ohio student organizations facing heightened threats through security enhancements and student-led safety activities to foster safe educational environments.
Funder: Ohio Department of Higher Education
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Proposal submission)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000, $200,000, or $300,000 per institution; up to $2,290,000 total funding
Summary: Supports Ohio institutions in distributing security and safety funding to institutionally sanctioned student organizations facing heightened threats.
Key Information: Institutions apply and administer internal grants; general campus-wide security upgrades are ineligible.
Description
The Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) administers this program to foster safe and respectful educational environments. Established under Section 381.220 of Amended Substitute House Bill 96, it supports institutionally sanctioned student organizations and affiliated communities at heightened risk of violent crime, terror attacks, hate crimes, or harassment.
Institutions apply for lump-sum awards and distribute funds directly to student organizations through an internal proposal process. Funded activities must address organizations’ safety needs or directly support their missions, with students playing a prominent leadership role. Security enhancements take priority; remaining funds may support aligned safety programs and activities. The program is not intended to fulfill broader institutional security priorities.
