Non-profit security program

The Nevada Department of Public Safety was awarded a $330,185 project grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Non-Profit Security Program (CFDA #97.008) to provide security enhancements from September 1, 2021 through August 31, 2024. The Non-Profit Security Program aims to support physical security enhancements and other security-related activities for nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist or other extremist attacks.

Two subawards were provided through this grant. The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority received funding for $500 Edison Way, Site #3, Security Enhancements. Additionally, the University of Nevada, Reno through the Nevada System of Higher Education was awarded funding for general security enhancements. The grant will support improving security for at-risk nonprofits in Nevada through these subawards over the three-year period.