State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSP)
Forecasted
The SHSP from Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management funds science-based projects enhancing terrorism and disaster preparedness across Alaska’s local and tribal governments.
Funder: Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Recent cycles: ~$4.4M total available for Alaska; typical subawards vary; 24-month project period; 80% pass-through to local governments
Summary: Supports Alaska local and tribal governments in building capabilities to prevent, prepare for, protect against, and respond to terrorism and catastrophic events through planning, equipment, training, and exercises.
Key Information: At least 35% of funds must address law enforcement terrorism prevention; up to five projects per applicant (max three equipment projects).
Description
The State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSP) is a federally funded, state-administered pass-through grant designed to strengthen Alaska’s preparedness and response to terrorism and other catastrophic events. The program supports local and tribal governments in addressing critical needs through projects in planning, equipment, training, and exercises, with a strong emphasis on terrorism prevention and alignment with federal preparedness priorities. SHSP also ensures compliance with national frameworks such as the National Preparedness Goal and National Incident Management System (NIMS).
