Fiscal Year 2026 Nonprofit Security Grant Program
This grant funds security upgrades for at-risk nonprofit organizations to protect against terrorist or extremist attacks and align their preparedness with state and local efforts.
Funder: Federal Emergency Management Agency
Due Dates: July 24, 2026: Full application submission deadline
Funding Amounts: $300 million total program funding; up to $200,000 per site (max $600,000 per nonprofit per state); up to 56 awards expected; 3-year period of performance.
Summary: Supports physical/cybersecurity and facility hardening for nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist or extremist attacks, integrating with state and local preparedness efforts.
Key Information: Nonprofits apply through their State Administrative Agency (SAA); direct applications to FEMA are not accepted.
Description
This program provides federal funding to nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist or other extremist attacks for physical security enhancements, cybersecurity improvements, and related preparedness activities. The goal is to reduce the vulnerability of nonprofit facilities—such as houses of worship, schools, museums, and community centers—by supporting projects that address identified threats and risks. The program also encourages integration of nonprofit preparedness with broader state and local emergency management efforts.
