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Now Open: Up to $400K in Campus Security Funding from the Department Of Justice

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Parallel Technologies is here to help you plan, apply, and implement—with no-cost support from Genetec’s grant-writing team.

Secure Your Campus. Strengthen Your Grant Application.

The FY25 Campus Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) Grant is now open—offering up to $400,000 in funding to help colleges and universities build safer, more responsive environments for students and staff.

Parallel Technologies is here to help. As a trusted security integrator, we design and deploy intelligent video surveillance, access control, emergency alert systems, and more—all solutions that align with OVW’s focus on preventing and responding to domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking on campus.

Grant Application Support at No Added Cost

Applying for a federal grant can be overwhelming—but with Parallel Technologies, you’re not on your own. We’ve partnered with Genetec’s professional grant-writing team to help you confidently prepare and submit your OVW Campus Grant application.

This expert support is available to you at no additional cost when you work with Parallel. From aligning your physical security goals with grant requirements to strengthening your overall proposal, we provide the guidance you need to improve your chances of award—without increasing your budget.

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Why Higher Ed Institutions Choose Parallel Technologies

Purpose-Built for Higher Ed

We design security systems specifically for campus environments—balancing safety, accessibility, and operational efficiency across dorms, classrooms, and public spaces.

Ongoing Support That Goes Beyond Install

With proactive system monitoring and a dedicated Client Success Manager, we help you get the most from your investment long after implementation.

Grant-Aligned, Budget-Conscious Solutions

Our solutions meet the requirements of federal funding programs like the OVW Campus Grant, and we partner with Genetec’s grant-writing team to support your application—at no added cost.

What types of security upgrades are eligible?

The grant can be used to fund video surveillance, access control, emergency alert stations, intrusion detection, lighting improvements, and other physical security technologies that support campus safety.

Who is eligible to apply?

Any U.S. college or university that has not received a Campus OVW Grant in the past two years may apply. Public, private, and tribal institutions are all eligible.

When is the application due?

July 8, 2025: SF-424 and SF-LLL due via Grants.gov
July 10, 2025: Complete application due in JustGrants

Both deadlines must be met for your application to be considered.

How does Parallel Technologies support the grant process?

We provide expert design and deployment of campus security solutions that align with OVW goals. In addition, we partner with Genetec’s grant-writing team to help you prepare and submit your application—at no added cost