District of Columbia · Nonprofit security funding
Nonprofit Security Grants in District of Columbia
District of Columbia nonprofits at risk of a hate-motivated or terrorist attack — synagogues, churches, mosques, schools, community centers, and other 501(c)(3)s — can apply for security funding through the federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP). Here's what's available, who qualifies, and how to apply.
Federal NSGP in District of Columbia
The federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program funds target-hardening for at-risk nonprofits nationwide and is administered in District of Columbiaby the state's State Administrative Agency (SAA). There are two streams:
Federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program — Urban Area
Federal physical security funding for nonprofits inside FEMA-designated high-risk urban areas.
Federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program — State
Federal physical security funding for nonprofits outside high-risk urban areas.
The Urban-Area (NSGP-UA) stream applies to nonprofits in District of Columbia's designated high-risk urban areas — including Washington DC National Capital Region. Nonprofits elsewhere in District of Columbia apply through the State (NSGP-S) stream. Confirm your area with your SAA.
How to apply in District of Columbia
Federal NSGP applications in District of Columbiago through the state's State Administrative Agency. Find District of Columbia's SAA in FEMA's official directory, and confirm the current deadline before you apply.
Eligibility, deadlines, and funding amounts are based on publicly available program documents and may change between funding cycles. Verify all details with the administering agency before applying. Catalog last reviewed July 2026. SecurityGrants.com is not affiliated with FEMA, DHS, or any state agency.