State grantVirginia
Virginia School Security Equipment Grant Program (2026-2027)
Offered by Virginia Department of Education
Found automatically on doe.virginia.gov/programs-services/school-operations-support-services/facility-construction-maintenance/security-equipment-grants. Check details with the funder before applying.
- Who can apply
- Virginia public school divisions.
- How much
- Up to $250,000Up to $250,000 per school division per fiscal year; 25% local match required (may be reduced for divisions with composite index below 0.2000; Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind exempt).
- By when
- Between roundsRecurring program. Next round not posted yet.Last round closed August 1, 2026. Applications must be submitted via the SSWS/SEGM portal between July 1, 2026 and August 1, 2026 by 5 p.m. Reimbursement forms due June 30, 2027.
Checked Oct 26, 2026
About this grant
The Virginia Public School Authority provides competitive grants to Virginia public school divisions to purchase approved security equipment and related installation costs to improve student safety. School divisions may receive up to $250,000 per fiscal year, with a required 25% local match (reducible for low-ability-to-pay divisions).
Eligibility details
- Notes: Virginia public school divisions are eligible. Funds must be used for approved security equipment in public school buildings and related installation costs; equipment not described in the application, extended warranties, and service contracts are not allowed. Schools must be scheduled to remain open at least five more years with no planned renovations/additions that would make equipment obsolete.
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