EMD Grant Training Program

The EMD Grant Training Program is a comprehensive, on-demand learning platform designed to demystify and simplify the federal grant process for public safety end users, including school administrators, facility managers, and security personnel. Built around key opportunities like COPS and FEMA grants, this digital course equips professionals with tactical knowledge, downloadable templates, and real-world strategies to unlock funding for physical security and emergency preparedness projects.

Every year, many institutions forgo applying for federal security grants because the application process can be daunting. This often results in millions of dollars of available funds being awarded to organizations willing to invest the time and effort required to successfully navigate the process and secure the funding. EMD’s training closes this gap by guiding users through every stage of the grant lifecycle, from eligibility and narrative development to budget justification and post-award compliance. The course is entirely online and self-paced, making it easy for teams to train on their schedule and revisit materials as needed throughout the grant cycle.

“Most end users know that grant money exists, but don’t know how to access it. This program gives our customers a seat at the table when funding decisions are being made,” said EMD Managing Partner Elisa Mula.

The EMD Grant Training Program is purpose-built for end users, such as school districts, houses of worship, municipalities, healthcare systems, and public transit agencies, who want to take control of the funding process and bring advanced security technology to their communities. By turning a complex system into an actionable plan, EMD empowers organizations to pursue life-saving security upgrades with confidence.