Targeted violence and terrorism prevention grant program

The County of Wood, a local government entity in Bowling Green, Ohio, was awarded a $398,917 Project Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention (TVTP) Grant Program (CFDA 97.132). The award period runs from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2026.

The TVTP Grant Program supports community-based initiatives to prevent targeted violence and terrorism, including educational programs, community outreach, training, research, and technical assistance. The grant funding will enable the County of Wood to enhance local prevention capabilities by increasing community awareness of violence escalation signs, understanding potential threats, and implementing multidisciplinary approaches to threat prevention. As a subrecipient, the Wood County Board of Education will also deliver various educational services and programs focused on student health, wellbeing, and engagement as part of the grant activities.