Law Enforcement agencies across the nation are in need of specialized equipment for protecting and serving their communities. This goes beyond firearms and body armor and into perimeter security solutions for special events.
Did you know that there are multiple private and public grants that are available for agencies to purchase mobile vehicle barriers?
Agencies apply for these grants in hopes to receive funding for their projects but the steps to get there can be costly and time consuming. Finding the right grant for your project and agency, along with having someone write the grant proposal, are just two factors that agencies have to plan for.
If you’d like ARX Perimeters to help you get you through this process, at no cost to you, sign up for our Grant Assistance Program.
What are public vs private grants?
Public grants are funds offered from the federal, state, or other local governments. These grants are very popular and typically hold more funds than private. Public grants typically require a lengthy application process, but approval times are usually set and held firmly.
Private grants are funds offered from private organizations. The approval timelines are much faster than public grants but the dollar amounts are sometimes lower compared to public grants. The application process is typically shorter with less paperwork.
What are some popular public grants?
Every year, governments provide agencies with grants ranging from in the millions to the thousands of dollars. Here we’ve listed some of the more popular federal grants:
Urban Area Security Initiative Program (UASI)
Grantor: United States Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency
The Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) is one of three grant programs that constitute the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) focus on enhancing the ability of state, local, tribal and territorial governments, as well as nonprofits, to prevent, protect against, respond to and recover from terrorist attacks.
These grant programs are part of a comprehensive set of measures authorized by Congress and implemented by DHS to help strengthen the nation’s communities against potential terrorist attacks.
The Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) program provides funding to enhance regional preparedness and capabilities in designated high-threat, high-density Urban Area efforts to build, sustain, and deliver the capabilities necessary to prevent, prepare for, protect against, and respond to acts of terrorism
State Homeland Security Program (SHSP)
Grantor: United States Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency
The Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) is one of three grant programs that constitute the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) focus on enhancing the ability of state, local, tribal and territorial governments, as well as nonprofits, to prevent, protect against, respond to and recover from terrorist attacks.
These grant programs are part of a comprehensive set of measures authorized by Congress and implemented by DHS to help strengthen the nation’s communities against potential terrorist attacks.
Port Security Grant Program (PCGP)
Grantor: United States Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency
Funding has been earmarked for PSGP to help protect critical port infrastructure from terrorism, enhance maritime domain awareness, improve port-wide maritime security risk management, and maintain or reestablish maritime security mitigation protocols that support port recovery and resiliency capabilities.
Eligible Applicants: All entities subject to an Area Maritime Security Plan (AMSP), as defined by 46 U.S.C. § 70103(b), may apply for PSGP funding. Eligible applicants include but are not limited to port authorities, facility operators, and state, local, and territorial government agencies.
A facility operator owns, leases, or operates any structure or facility of any kind located in, on, under, or adjacent to any waters subject to the jurisdiction of the United States.
Examples of facility operators include, but are not limited to terminal operators, ferry systems, bar/harbor pilots, and merchant’s exchanges.
What are some popular private grants?
Another popular option are private grants provided by privately or publicly owned organizations in the United States. Some of these specifically lay out what can be purchased with the money allocated, given that you are awarded the grant.
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant
Grantor: Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
By providing lifesaving equipment and needed resources to first responders and public safety organizations, we help them to be better prepared to save lives in the communities they serve.
Funding Areas Include:
- Lifesaving Equipment
- Prevention Education
- Scholarships and Continued Education
- Disaster Relief
Duke Energy Foundation
Grantor: Duke Energy Foundation
Creating Powerful Communities means powering the lives of our customers and the vitality of our communities with over $30 million in charitable grants each year. The Duke Energy Foundation is committed to making strategic investments to build powerful communities where nature and wildlife thrive, students can excel and a talented workforce drives economic prosperity for all.
Community Initiatives: Our community initiatives target specific programs that generate long-term, large-scale impact.
Duke Energy Foundation has a preference to fund projects related to Vibrant Economies, Climate Resiliency, and Justice, Equity, and Inclusion, but will consider funding other projects.
How can ARX Perimeters help my agency find the right grant?
ARX Perimeters has recently made moves to help agencies find funding and assistance through the grant application process. This comes at no extra cost to your agency! We know how important this funding can be for agencies and want to bridge the gap with help from experts in finding and applying for grants specialized for your organization.
If you are looking to find funding for your perimeter security project, we are here to help you succeed in your mission. Visit our Grant Assistance Program to get started.
