Funding and Grants
Securing Financial Support for School Safety
Every school deserves access to life-saving security measures. The LockOut Co. helps educational institutions navigate funding opportunities and secure financial support for implementing comprehensive safety solutions.
Federal and State Funding Opportunities
Grants and funding become available at different times throughout the year. Check back regularly to get up-to-date information on available funding, eligibility, deadlines, and application requirements.
Section 97c School Safety Funding
This Michigan grant provides funding to contract with a vendor for the completion of comprehensive safety and security assessments in schools operated by the district, intermediate district, or public school academy.
Application Period: Re-opened on October 3, 2024
Award Range: Up to $2,000 per building. Awards available on a first-come, first served basis.
State Homeland Security Program (SHSP)
Supports implementation of state homeland security strategies to address identified planning, organization, equipment, training, and exercise needs.
COPS School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP)
The COPS SVPP grant provides federal funding for security equipment installation, technology upgrades, staff training programs, threat assessment improvements, and more.
LockOut Eligible Products and Services
- The SmartBootSystem®
- The Silent Boot System
- The Mass Alert Lockdown System
- Emergency Preparedness Training
Application Period: Closed for FY2024. Annual submissions open January through March
Award Range: Maximum of $500,000 per recipient
Match Requirement: 25% local match
Creative Fundraising Solutions
Adopt-a-Door Program
Transform your security initiative into a community-wide effort:
- Sponsors pledge funds to "adopt" classroom doors for protection
- Recognition plaques to honor contributors
- Local businesses often match community donations
- Builds community engagement while enhancing safety
- Interactive fundraising goal tracker to keep students engaged

Apex Leadership Co. Fundraising Events
Raise funds while having fun! Apex Leadership Co. offers elementary school fundraising programs that engage students and bring in maximum funds to support your school. The fundraiser is a two-week interactive leadership program combined with a fitness-themed event finale, complete with daily leadership lessons, class challenges, and prizes. Choose from four different elementary-level events, two middle school programs, or work with the Apex team to design custom events for high school students.
The LockOut Co. is not affiliated with Apex Leadership Co., but we proudly recommend their school fundraising events.
Additional Fundraising Strategies
- Corporate sponsorship programs
- Community safety awareness events
- Parent-teacher association campaigns
- Local business partnership initiatives
Financial Solutions
Zero-Interest Financing
The LockOut Co. offers special financing options to help organizations invest in facility safety:
- 0% interest for up to 5 years
- Flexible payment schedules
- No early payment penalties
- Customized payment plans based on budget cycles
Save With an HPS Membership
The LockOut Co. is a proud partner of HPS, a group purchasing organization. If your organization is an HPS member, you are eligible for discounts on our products and services! Talk with your HPS sales representative and mention our contract number, Contract 462, to take advantage of these benefits.


Grant Application Support and Review
The grant application process can be intimidating, especially when critical funding is on the line. Our team knows how to make an application stand out, giving your school the best chance at securing funding. Since 2014, we have helped 60 districts secure more than $4 million of funding for school safety initiatives. Now, let us help yours! Our team assists with:
- Determining eligibility
- Reviewing grant applications
- Providing project and budget narratives
- Providing technical specifications and product descriptions
- Establishing implementation timelines
- Providing supporting documentation
We are currently providing assistance with applications for the following grants:
Success Stories
Ready to Explore Your Options?
Contact our funding specialists to:
- Review available grants
- Develop funding strategies
- Calculate payment options
- Create customized solutions
Note: Grant availability and program details subject to change. Contact The LockOut Co. for current information and eligibility requirements.