Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP)
Forecasted
The Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) from Iowa Department of Public Safety / HSEMD funds physical security upgrades and preparedness planning for nonprofits at risk of terrorist or extremist threats.
Funder: Iowa Department of Public Safety / HSEMD
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Notice of Interest) | January 2027 (Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 per site (max 3 sites, $600,000 total per org); typical period of performance ~2–3 years.
Summary: Supports Iowa nonprofits with federal funding for physical security enhancements and preparedness against terrorist or extremist threats.
Key Information: This is a forecasted/prospective cycle; deadlines and requirements may shift—monitor the program page for updates.
Description
The Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP), administered in Iowa by the Department of Public Safety / HSEMD, is a federally funded, competitive grant program aimed at helping nonprofit organizations enhance their physical security and preparedness against terrorist or extremist attacks. The NSGP supports investments in facility hardening, security planning, training, and other activities to reduce vulnerability and integrate nonprofit preparedness with broader state and local efforts. The program is part of a national initiative managed by FEMA and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
