Port security grant program

This Project Grant award of $929,921.00 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Headquarters under the Port Security Grant Program (CFDA 97.056) was provided to Navy Pier, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, on August 28, 2023. The funding supports port security services and infrastructure enhancements for the Port of Chicago. Specifically, the grant allows Navy Pier to implement access control measures, surveillance equipment, and training initiatives to strengthen security at its waterfront facility. Additionally, Navy Pier received sub-grant funding from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for marketing and promotions to increase tourism. In total, Navy Pier has been awarded over $3.7M in federal grants since 2019 to deliver port security services and boost visitor numbers as part of its mission to protect this critical regional transportation hub.