Safe Schools Fund Grant (SSFG)
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Now Accepting Applications: June 16, 2025 to September 30, 2025!
Description
The Safe Schools Fund grant (SSFG) is a non-competitive, State-funded grant program designed for local school systems in Maryland. The primary purpose of the Safe Schools Fund grant is to provide funding for school safety and security-related matters as described under Md. Code Ann., Educ. Art. §7-1512. The grant funds will be applied toward the cost of school safety-related projects and services.
Eligible to Apply
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FAQ for Safe Schools Fund Grant (SSFG)
1. Can a local school system submit a project other than the safety-related projects that are listed in the NOFA?
- Yes, the School Safety Subcabinet reviews and approves all applications for the Safe Schools Fund Grant (SSFG)prior to issuance. If the project is not eligible, the local school system will be notified once the Subcabinet’s review is complete.
2. How often does the Subcabinet meet to review SSFG applications?
- The Subcabinet meets on a quarterly basis. Eligible applications are reviewed accordingly, to correspond with their meeting times. The Subcabinet and MCSS reserve the right to request additional information as necessary.
3. My organization is a local education agency. How do I know how much I am eligible to apply for under the Safe Schools Fund Grant?
- Since these are not competitive grants, the allocation for each local education agency is determined by statute and provided in the NOFA for each Grant. Please refer to the “Allocation” section in the Safe Schools Fund Grant NOFA for the allocation amount per local education agency. Refer to Appendix 1 in the SRO Adequate Coverage Grant NOFA for each jurisdiction’s allocation.
For general Grants FAQ, please visit the Grants home page.
