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Homeland Security Grant Program
Programs
Funding Totals
NOFOs & Documents
The Homeland Security Grant includes a suite of risk-based grants to assist state, local, tribal and territorial efforts in preventing, protecting against, mitigating, responding to and recovering from acts of terrorism and other threats. This grant provides grantees with the resources required for implementation of the National Preparedness System and working toward the National Preparedness Goal of a secure and resilient nation.
Resources
Recipients seeking guidance on policies and procedures for managing preparedness grants should reference this manual for program-specific information as well as overall guidance on rules and regulations.
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How to Apply
Follow the step-by-step process for applying with tips in each stage.
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Fiscal Year 2023 SHSP/UASI Risk Methodology Updates
Due to the evolving threats that we face in the United States, the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP)/Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) risk methodology has been updated.
Upcoming Webinars
2023-03-28T18:00:00
2023-03-28T19:00:00
Mar 28, 2023 6:00 p.m. EST
- Mar 28, 2023 7:00 p.m. EST
Virtual
FEMA Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) invites all HSGP stakeholders (inclusive of the State Homeland Security Program, Urban Area Security Initiative, and Operation Stonegarden) to participate in the technical assistance webinar.
2023-04-06T18:00:00
2023-04-06T19:00:00
Apr 6, 2023 6:00 p.m. EST
- Apr 6, 2023 7:00 p.m. EST
Virtual
FEMA Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) invites all HSGP stakeholders (inclusive of the State Homeland Security Program, Urban Area Security Initiative, and Operation Stonegarden) to participate in the technical assistance webinar.
Individual Grant Programs
Together, these three grant programs comprise the Homeland Security Grant Program and fund a range of preparedness activities, including planning, organization, equipment purchase, training, exercises, and management and administration across all core capabilities and mission areas.
State Homeland Security Program (SHSP)
This program provides funding to support the implementation of risk-driven, capabilities-based State Homeland Security Strategies to address capability targets.
Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI)
This program provides funding to enhance regional preparedness and capabilities in designated high-threat, high-density areas.
Operation Stonegarden (OPSG)
This program provides funding to enhance cooperation and coordination among state, local, tribal, territorial, and federal law enforcement agencies to jointly enhance security along the United States land and water borders.
Annual Funding Totals
FY 2023
Total funding available for fiscal year 2023: $1.12 billion
- State Homeland Security Program: $415 million
- Urban Area Security Initiative: $615 million
- Operation Stonegarden: $90 million
FY 2022
Total funding available for fiscal year 2022: $1.12 billion
- State Homeland Security Program: $415 million
- Urban Area Security Initiative: $615 million
- Operation Stonegarden: $90 million
FY 2021
Total funding available for fiscal year 2021: $1.12 billion
- State Homeland Security Program: $415 million
- Urban Area Security Initiative: $615 million
- Operation Stonegarden: $90 million
FY 2020
Total funding available for fiscal year 2020: $1.012 billion
- State Homeland Security Program: $415 million
- Urban Area Security Initiative: $615 million
- Operation Stonegarden: $90 million
FY 2019
Total funding available for fiscal year 2019: $1.095 billion
- State Homeland Security Program: $415 million
- Urban Area Security Initiative: $590 million
- Operation Stonegarden: $90 million
FY 2018
Total funding available in fiscal year 2018: $1.67 billion
- State Homeland Security Program: $402 million
- Urban Area Security Initiative: $580 million
- Operation Stonegarden: $85 million
FY 2017
Total funding available in fiscal year 2017: $1.037 billion
- State Homeland Security Program: $402 million
- Urban Area Security Initiative: $580 million
- Operation Stonegarden: $55 million
FY 2016
Total funding available in fiscal year 2016: $1.037 billion
- State Homeland Security Program: $402 million
- Urban Area Security Initiative: $580 million
- Operation Stonegarden: $55 million
NOFOs and Ancillary Documents
Fiscal Years 2023 and 2022
Fiscal Year 2023
The FY 2023 Notice of Funding Opportunity is available below, as well as on Grants.gov.