Quick View Campus Security Support Program Grant

Summary

To support Ohio institutions of higher education as they work to foster a safe and respectful education environment, the Ohio Department of Higher Education (“ODHE”), per Section 381.220 of Amended Substitute House Bill 96 of the 136th General Assembly, was charged with developing the guidelines and procedures to apply for funding through the Campus Security Support Program Grant. 

Through the Campus Security Support Program Grant, ODHE seeks proposals from institutionally sanctioned student organizations at Ohio colleges and universities who are affiliated with communities that are at risk for increased threats of violent crime, terror attacks, hate crimes, or harassment to enhance security measures and increase student safety.

Additional Information

The schedule below may be revised by the Chancellor, at the discretion of the Chancellor. Any changes will be communicated to applicants.

Request for Proposals Released January 16, 2026
Proposal Questions from Interested Parties January 16 – January 26, 2026
Proposals Due by 12:00 p.m. February 23, 2026
Proposal Review Period February 23, 2026 – March 23, 2026
Notification of Awarded Proposals March 23, 2026

The Chancellor will provide information to interested parties and provide assistance to potential applicants by responding to questions submitted via e-mail to:

ODHEsafetygrants@highered.ohio.gov by the deadline.

Questions must be submitted by January 26, 2026 to ensure an answer by February 2, 2026.