Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP)
Forecasted
The Homeland Security Grant Program from IEMA-OHS funds research, planning, equipment, and training to advance Illinois' preparedness and response to terrorism and major emergencies.
Funder: Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA-OHS)
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Varies annually by federal allocation; typical subawards range from tens of thousands to several million dollars per project, with award duration generally 12–36 months.
Summary: Supports Illinois government and intergovernmental agencies in terrorism prevention, preparedness, and response through planning, equipment, training, and statewide security initiatives.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; dates and requirements may shift pending FEMA NOFO release.
Description
The Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP), administered by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS), provides funding to enhance the capacity of Illinois to prevent, prepare for, and respond to acts of terrorism and other catastrophic events. The program is comprised of two main streams: the State Homeland Security Program (SHSP), which addresses statewide and regional preparedness, and the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI), which targets high-threat urban areas such as Chicago and Cook County. Funding supports a wide range of activities including planning, equipment acquisition, training, exercises, and management and administration, all aligned with Illinois’ strategic security priorities and the FEMA Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
