Exploring the UASI Nonprofit Security Grant Program

devteam@grantsoffice.com (Grants Office, LLC) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT

By Stephen R. Galati, Contributing Writer
December 2011

When one thinks of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) grant programs and the risk of terrorist attacks, the first thought may be that government and public agencies are the primary targets. Although these agencies may hold higher visibility and threat risks, they are certainly not the only viable targets for acts of terrorism. Since the horrific attacks against the United States on September 11th, many nonprofit organizations, such as ones operating religious facilities and places of symbolic value, have become involved with infrastructure-hardening and emergency preparedness activities. The events of the last decade have served as a paradigm change in our collective understanding of national security.

Are You Getting Your Fair Share: Emergency Preparedness Funding for Health Providers

devteam@grantsoffice.com (Grants Office, LLC) — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMT

There are all kinds of disasters that require emergency response. Some of them occur naturally like pandemic influenza and hurricanes. Others are man-made disasters such as exploding bombs and other terrorist attacks. No matter the cause, health care providers play an essential role in the aftermath of these events, caring for the sick and wounded. In addition, health care entities play a major role in preventing certain catastrophes like the spread of infectious diseases. States and other regulatory agencies require hospitals and other health care organizations to be prepared for and able to respond to such emergencies.

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Exploring the UASI Nonprofit Security Grant Program

Are You Getting Your Fair Share: Emergency Preparedness Funding for Health Providers