California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CSNSGP)

The California State Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CSNSGP) aims to enhance security for nonprofit organizations at high risk of violent attacks and hate crimes. By providing funding for target hardening and security improvements, the program integrates nonprofit preparedness with state and local efforts. It fosters collaboration among community representatives and government agencies to ensure effective emergency preparedness and response. This initiative not only strengthens nonprofit resilience but also supports broader community safety in California.

About Cal OES
The state is responsible for mitigating the effects of disasters and for protecting Californians’ lives and property.
Cal OES serves as the state’s leadership hub during all major emergencies and disasters. This includes responding, directing, and coordinating state and federal resources and mutual aid assets across all regions to support the diverse communities across the state.
Cal OES also supports local jurisdictions and communities through planning and preparedness activities, training, and facilitating the immediate response to an emergency through the longer‐term recovery phase. During this process, Cal OES serves as the state’s overall coordinator and agent to secure federal government resources through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Program Objectives
The purpose of the CSNSGP is to provide funding support for target hardening and other security enhancements to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk for violent attacks and hate crimes due to ideology, beliefs, or mission. The CSNSGP seeks to integrate the preparedness activities of nonprofit organizations with broader state and local preparedness efforts. The CSNSGP also promotes emergency preparedness coordination and collaboration activities between public and private community representatives as well as state and local government agencies.