At a glance
The School Safety Enhancement Program provides competitive grants to State educational agencies to develop, implement, and strengthen statewide school safety systems and the physical security of schools. Eligible applicants are State educational agencies, and only one application per state is allowed. The estimated total funding is $93,000,000, with about 30 awards of $500,000 to $5,000,000 each for up to a 36-month project period. No cost sharing or matching is required. The competition has a rural applicant preference, and grant funds may not be used for construction, renovation, or repair of school facilities.
What it funds
Official description from grants.gov
The Administration for Children and Families at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is soliciting applications in support of the administration of the School Safety Enhancement (SSE) program on behalf of the U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Secretary of Education (the Secretary). The SSE program provides competitive grants to State educational agencies (SEAs) to develop, implement, and strengthen statewide school safety systems and the physical security of schools. Estimated Range of Awards: $500,000 - 5,000,000 per 36-month project period. Estimated Number of Awards: 30. Project Period: Up to 36 months.
Who can apply
- State governments