The Hate Crimes Grant (HCG), administered by the Maryland Center for School Safety, is a state grant program that provides dedicated funding for school safety and security improvements in Maryland. This program provides a valuable pathway for eligible applicants to secure funding for protective infrastructure, safety training, and security technology upgrades.

Eligible uses of Hate Crimes Grant (HCG) funding include security training, security personnel (instructional hours only, mon-fri), security cameras, door hardening, improved lighting, and training must follow hseep guidelines. Additional allowable expenditures may also include equipment for program use only.

Eligible applicants for the Hate Crimes Grant (HCG) include competitive grant, local school systems, non-public and private schools, and childcare centers. Application details: submit fy2026 hate crimes grant application form, no longer accepting applications (previous deadline: july 18, 2025), and reviewed after deadline (not first-come, first-served). This grant program is currently active and accepting applications. Competitive funding for schools at risk of hate crime incidents.

Grant-funded physical security upgrades through the Hate Crimes Grant (HCG) can include weapons detection and entry screening technology. GXC Inc. offers the OPENGATE weapons detection system and MSD Plus portable ferrous detector for schools and facilities looking to strengthen access point security. Request a quote today to find the right detection solution for your facility and grant eligibility.