Florida State Homeland Security Grant Program (FL SHSP)
Florida's administration of the federal State Homeland Security Program. Funds planning, equipment, training, and exercises that build preparedness and counter terrorism, distributed in coordination with Florida's Regional Domestic Security Task Forces.
Who it is for
Local and tribal agencies in Florida, including fire, law enforcement, and emergency management, as sub-recipients. Only FDEM applies to FEMA.
Department types: Any department
An honest note on fit
Usable across service types, but in Florida it is strongly oriented around the domestic security and terrorism-prevention mission and routed through the regional task forces. Engage the RDSTF early to understand what your region will fund.
Before you start
How you apply: Apply through your state.
You do not apply to FEMA. FDEM is the State Administrative Agency and distributes funds, with project priorities shaped by the Regional Domestic Security Task Force for your area. Engage with your RDSTF and watch FDEM's grants unit.
Match required: No match generally required for SHSP. Confirm current terms with FDEM.
How to apply
- Identify your Regional Domestic Security Task Force, which helps set homeland security project priorities in Florida.
- Watch the FDEM grants unit page for the State Homeland Security Grant Program announcements.
- Confirm SAM.gov registration.
- Develop a project tied to Florida's Domestic Security Strategic Plan and an eligible core capability.
- Submit through FDEM's process on their internal timeline.
Deadline: Annual federal cycle administered by FDEM, with internal sub-recipient timelines tied to the Regional Domestic Security Task Force process. Check the FDEM grants unit page for current openings. (Annual cycle)
Funding: Part of Florida's federal HSGP allocation. Sub-award amounts vary by region and project.
Verified as of 2026-05-31. Programs are checked periodically against their official source. Funding details and deadlines change. Confirm the current requirements on the official program page before you apply.