Campus Security Coalition Creates Grant Program to Help Deploy Security Technology, Services

The initiative is designed to help K-12 schools to higher education facilities strengthen security efforts and realize more proactive intelligence efforts.

ST. LOUIS – Campus Security Coalition, a new networking group focused on sharing ideas and spearheading discussion about security and safety at schools nationwide, unveiled its 2017 School Security Grant Program.

The initiative is designed to help K-12 schools to higher education facilities better address threats, further strengthen security efforts and realize more proactive intelligence efforts.

Faced with the growing threats of violence, vandalism and attacks, modern school systems are challenged with ensuring a safe, open environment while protecting infrastructure and assets. Continued budget restraints often limit the availability of new investment dollars for security expansions. The Campus Security Coalition seeks to assist schools by partnering with leading technology vendors and installing security contractors to provide the tools and services necessary to strengthen situational awareness and security intelligence.

Grant Application Deadline

The organization will select one school to receive the hardware, software and additional equipment necessary to implement a comprehensive security solution, including video management software (VMS), video analytics, security cameras, access control and storage. The grant application process opened May 1 and will close June 30.

The Campus Security Coalition is made up of educational end users, technology leaders, consultants, architects and technology providers. Members can use the resources and information they receive as part of the group to contribute relevant experience and resources to schools in need of enhanced security.


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“Educational campuses have seen a significant increase in threats that put the lives of students and faculty members in jeopardy. Though demand for better security measures has risen, the adoption of new solutions is hindered by lack of cohesion across varying segments,” says Steve Birkmeier, vice president, Arteco, a founding member of the organization. “The Campus Security Coalition is made up of a diverse group of individuals and organizations who believe that securing the next generation is of the utmost urgency, and we’re honored to play a part.”

Coalition membership is available to individuals with experience in school security or safety initiatives, individual schools and school districts, educational administrators, consultants, campus police and security professionals. Aligned technology and service providers can participate through a wide variety of sponsorship opportunities, both year-round and event-based.

Along with Arteco, founding members include SANS Technology and Oncam. To learn more, go here.

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