The Fiscal Year 2026 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) provides funding to help secure the nation's ports and maritime infrastructure against terrorism and other emergencies. This program supports projects that enhance security at seaports, such as buying patrol boats, improving communication systems, and hiring new security staff. The grant is open to various government and private entities involved in maritime operations.
Who it's for: This grant is for state, local, and private sector partners involved in maritime security. Eligible applicants include special district governments, private colleges and universities, city or township governments, county governments, and for-profit organizations that focus on maritime security.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Projects not focused on maritime security
- Citywide projects
- Business-related projects
What You May Need
- Detailed project plan
- Budget proposal
- Proof of eligibility
- Cost-sharing/matching funds documentation
- Organizational financial statements
- Registration with FEMA
- Security enhancement justification
- Partnership agreements (if applicable)
Cautions
- Cost-sharing or matching funds are required
- Projects must be primarily focused on enhancing maritime security
- Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants for the Fiscal Year 2026 Port Security Grant Program include special district governments, which are specific governmental entities created for a particular purpose; private institutions of higher education, which are colleges or universities not operated by the government; city or township governments, which are local government entities; county governments, which are regional government entities; and for-profit organizations, which are businesses that operate to make a profit. All these entities must be involved in maritime security activities to qualify.
Overview
This grant is for state, local, and private sector partners involved in maritime security. Eligible applicants include special district governments, private colleges and universities, city or township governments, county governments, and for-profit organizations that focus on maritime security.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Projects not focused on maritime security
- Citywide projects
- Business-related projects
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for a wide range of security-related projects at ports, including purchasing patrol vessels, upgrading communication and surveillance equipment, enhancing cybersecurity, hiring new security personnel, and conducting maritime security training and exercises.
Total Program Funding
$95,000,000
Expected Awards
200
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 24, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 24, 2026(29 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 23, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with FEMA
- Prepare a detailed project plan focused on maritime security
- Develop a budget proposal
- Gather proof of eligibility
- Document cost-sharing or matching funds
- Compile organizational financial statements
- Justify the need for security enhancements
- Draft partnership agreements if applicable