State Safety Grants

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New York that are at risk of terrorist or extremist attacks, enabling them to improve their physical and cybersecurity measures.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to New Jersey municipalities and communities for implementing wildfire hazard mitigation practices outlined in their approved Community Wildfire Protection Plans.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small and volunteer fire departments in Ohio's less populated counties to enhance their firefighting capabilities and safety equipment.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts to deliver essential pre- and post-release services for young adults reentering society, with a focus on reducing recidivism and enhancing public safety.

The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) provides grants to states, local governments, and Native American tribes for long-term hazard mitigation projects after a major disaster declaration. The program aims to reduce the loss of life and property in future disasters by funding mitigation measures during the recovery phase of a natural disaster. States receive HMGP funding when a Presidential Disaster Declaration has been made.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California non-profits and Native American tribes for projects aimed at improving community air quality through education, technical training, and targeted emission reduction strategies.

This program provides funding to Ohio law enforcement agencies to reimburse costs associated with extraditing dangerous offenders, including those involved in serious violent crimes and certain misdemeanors, back to the state.

Grant Opportunity Announcement: Victim Services Support Program Overview: The Iowa Attorney General’s Victim Assistance Section is announcing a competitive grant opportunity aimed at providing comprehensive sexual assault services for a designated portion of southeast Iowa. Following the closure of the Rape Victim Advocacy Program at the University of Iowa, the Attorney General’s Office seeks qualified applicants to serve sexual assault victims in the following Iowa counties: Cedar, Des Moines, Henry, Iowa, Johnson, Lee, Van Buren, and Washington. These counties fall within Iowa’s victim services region 6. Funding Details: Total Funding Available: Up to $401,536 annually Funding Source: Combination of federal victim services funding and state of Iowa victim services funding Grant Cycle: October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2026 Application Process: Application Deadline: May 31, 2024 Applicants must be registered in Iowa Grants for Victim Services (Iowa GVS). Instructions for registration can be found here. Organizations not already registered in Iowa GVS should click the "New User? Register Here!" link and follow the prompts. Interested parties should download the request for proposals and adhere to the provided instructions. Contact Information: For inquiries or assistance, please contact Lori Miller, VSS Administrator, at 1-515-725-4130 or lori.miller@ag.iowa.gov.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Chesapeake & Coastal Service (CCS) offers grants to support the sustainable development and use of Maryland waterways. Funded by the Waterway Improvement Fund (WIF), the program supports projects that improve and promote the recreational and commercial capabilities, conditions, and safety of Maryland’s waterways. Eligible applicants, including county, town, or city governments and state or federal agencies, can apply for projects such as constructing or maintaining public boating facilities, dredging channels, and purchasing fire/rescue vessels. Applications are due by September 18, 2024, with funding available starting July 1, 2025.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to high-risk nonprofit organizations in Texas to improve their physical security and emergency preparedness against potential terrorist attacks.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the construction, renovation, or enhancement of arts facilities in Alabama, benefiting local arts organizations and communities.

The Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) Program is a federally funded grant program that allows California to provide local and rural fire departments with minor firefighting, training, communications and safety equipment for their volunteer firefighters. The VFC Program is not intended for major equipment (fire engines, vehicles, etc.) or Capital repairs. The VFC Program has a 50/50 match requirement which means that the applying department must be able to meet the intended grant award, dollar for dollar. Awards for departments are set at a minimum of $500 with a maximum of $20,000. Amounts may be adjusted based on the grant funding available. For additional information please contact Megan Esfandiary at Megan.Esfandiary@fire.ca.gov or Bryan Giambrone at Bryan.Giambrone@fire.ca.gov.

This grant is designed to improve the quality and timeliness of forensic science and medical examiner/coroner services within the State of Maryland. It aims to support state and local law enforcement agencies and medical examiner's offices by providing funds to alleviate bottlenecks and improve the overall efficiency of forensic science services, including laboratory analysis and crime scene examination. The grant supports Maryland's law enforcement goals of disrupting and dismantling criminal organizations involved in guns, gangs, drugs, and human trafficking.

This program provides financial support to local governments in Georgia for purchasing essential equipment and technology to enhance the capabilities of first responder agencies like police, fire, and emergency medical services.

This program provides funding to support the establishment and operation of specialized court systems in Pennsylvania that focus on reducing impaired driving through judicial training and dedicated probation officers.

This grant aims to supplement police protection resources in local communities through a formula-driven funding program. It supports operational costs of local police agencies, sharing costs between the State and its municipalities based on population factors and previous year's operational costs​​.

Dedicated to advancing the training and certification needs of maritime workers to ensure the Massachusetts labor pool is prepared for operations at offshore wind terminals.

This program provides funding to expand high-speed internet access across Pennsylvania, targeting underserved communities and ensuring equitable broadband deployment.

Grant Opportunity: All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Enforcement Patrol Grant Funding Organization: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Contact Information: For information on these grants, please contact your local recreation warden [PDF]. Award Details: The DNR can provide up to 100% of county net costs for the enforcement of ATV regulations. Actual funding received is based on total allotted funds split between participating agencies. Eligibility: Sheriff departments in Wisconsin are eligible to receive grants for All Terrain Vehicle patrols. Application Process: 1. Read the Snowmobile/ATV Safety Patrol Manual (LE-503) [PDF] for details on how to apply. 2. Submit a Notice of Intent to Patrol (Form 8700-059) [PDF] on or before June 1 of the patrol year. 3. Submit the form to: DNR ATV Administrator, LE/8 PO Box 7921 Madison WI 53707-7921

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations at risk of hate crimes, enabling them to enhance their security infrastructure and preparedness against potential attacks.