, Secure Up to $500,000 to Protect Your School
Get expert support from Parallel Technologies and Hanwha to build a grant-aligned school safety plan. Hanwha’s grant team deadline is May 31 — act now to ensure your district has the help it needs to build a strong application
A Simple, Supported Path to Funding
The U.S. Department of Justice’s School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) provides up to $500,000 per award to help K–12 public schools strengthen physical security. This grant is designed to fund critical upgrades like surveillance cameras, access control systems, emergency alerting tools, and technologies that improve coordination with law enforcement.
At Parallel Technologies, we make the process straightforward. From the start, our team helps you identify security needs that align with grant criteria. With Hanwha’s dedicated grant experts and our integration planning support, you’ll have experienced partners guiding you through every phase — from project scoping to application submission.
Why Schools Trust Parallel Technologies
Parallel Technologies is a trusted security integrator based in Eden Prairie, MN, serving organizations all across the country. We specialize in unifying physical security systems, including video surveillance, access control, and emergency communications, to help schools, businesses, and communities protect what matters most.
With a focus on integration, security, and managed services, we partner with education leaders to build scalable, compliant safety solutions tailored to their environments.
As a proud partner of Hanwha Vision, we combine our integration expertise with their industry-leading, NDAA-compliant technologies, and their dedicated grant team, to deliver end-to-end support for school security initiatives.
Have questions about the COPS SVPP grant?
We’ve answered some of the most common questions below to help you understand the process and take the next step with confidence.
How much funding can my school receive?
Each school district can receive up to $500,000 through the COPS SVPP Grant. There is a 25% local match requirement, which may be waived for schools with financial need.
What types of security upgrades are covered by the grant?
The grant covers a variety of security upgrades including surveillance cameras, video management systems, door-locking systems, access control, emergency alerting, and law enforcement coordination tools and training.
Why should I partner with Parallel Technologies and Hanwha?
Parallel Technologies and Hanwha bring decades of experience in K–12 physical security. Hanwha’s dedicated grant team has a proven track record of helping schools secure funding through programs like the COPS SVPP. Together, we provide expert planning, grant-writing support, and NDAA-compliant technology to help your district build a scalable, grant-aligned safety system.
When is the application deadline?
Hanwha’s grant team deadline is May 31 — act now to ensure your district has the help it needs to build a strong application
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“Parallel Technologies helped us move beyond outdated security measures to a fully integrated system that improves access control, surveillance, and emergency response.”
– Bill Bryson III, Technology Director, Rock Ridge Public Schools