The School Safety Improvement Fund, administered by the Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management, is a state grant program that provides dedicated funding for school safety and security improvements in Iowa. With $50,000 in available funding, this program represents a significant opportunity for eligible applicants to invest in protective infrastructure, safety training, and security technology.

Eligible uses of School Safety Improvement Fund funding include minor capital improvements for school safety.

Application details: applications no longer accepted. This grant program is currently active and accepting applications. Up to $50,000 per school building for safety capital improvements.

Organizations looking to complement School Safety Improvement Fund funding with weapons detection technology can explore solutions from GXC Inc., including the OPENGATE weapons detection system for entry screening and the MSD Plus portable ferrous detector. Request a quote today to find the right detection solution for your facility and grant eligibility.