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GSBA Risk Management Services Safety Grant

GEORGIA SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

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Funding Amount

$75,000 total pool (2025-2026 cycle); individual awards vary from $319 to $5,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

GSBA Risk Management Services Safety Grant

Overview: The GSBA RMS Safety Grant provides member school districts with critical resources to implement and improve safety initiatives that protect students, staff, and school communities across Georgia.

Geographic Scope: Georgia school districts that are members of GSBA Risk Management Services

Focus Areas:

  • Physical security improvements (security cameras, access control doors)

  • Safety equipment (anti-slip mats, safety shoes, ladders)

  • Emergency preparedness and evacuation equipment

  • Prevention and response training

  • Facility and equipment improvements

  • Staff safety and wellness initiatives

    • Eligibility:

  • Member school districts of GSBA Risk Management Services

    • Award Information:

  • 2025-2026 cycle: $75,000 total funding (record high)

  • 2024-2025 cycle: $60,000 total funding

  • 2022-2023 cycle: $60,000 total funding

  • Individual awards range from partial awards to $5,000 maximum

    • Program Details:

  • Received 65 applicants in 2025-2026 (highest participation since inception)

  • Received 62 applicants in 2024-2025

  • Selection process involves anonymous review by GSBA RMS staff committee

  • Applications evaluated comparatively to ensure equity

  • Recipients notified via email

    • Contact Information:

  • Georgia School Boards Association, Risk Management Services

  • Address: 5120 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA 30043

  • Phone: 770.962.2985 or 800.226.1856

  • Website: gsba.com

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Timeline:

  • Applications accepted on rolling basis

  • Selection committee reviews anonymously

  • Winners announced annually (typically October/November)

    • Application Requirements:

  • Submit through GSBA online application process

  • Specify requested equipment/initiative with cost

  • Describe safety improvement goals

  • Include project details and justification

    • Selection Criteria:

  • Applications evaluated on comparative basis

  • Emphasis on innovative approaches and best practices

  • Diverse aspects of safety considered (physical security, prevention, wellness)

    • For More Information: Visit risk management services section on GSBA website at gsba.com

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    k-12-schoolsschool-healthcapital

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