Ohio Attorney General’s FY2Y Project Based School Safety Grant
AGO FY27 School Safety Formula Grant Information
- Appears to be competitive; priority might be given to date of grant submission
- Estimated Available Funding – $4 million
- Published Grant Application Deadline – December 31, 2026
- Provides each school building with up to $40,000 for the project
- Proceeds can be used from July 1, 2026 to one year from distribution of funds
- This grant should be more project related. It appears that more innovative projects or projects that include significant collaboration with local Police/Fire Departments receive higher evaluation ratings.
- Specific language from the application request states that allowable expenses includes but are not limited to:
- Support of School Resource Officer Certification Training
- Any type of active shooter and school safety training or equipment
- All grade level type educational resources
- Training to identify and assist students with mental health issues
- School supplies or equipment related to school safety or for implementing the school’s safety plan
- Any other training, supplies, services or equipment related to school safety
The contact for this grant is Mary Cannon at SchoolSafetyGrants@OhioAGO.gov
