• ep.81 NSGP Grant (NSS ) National Security Supplemental Update
    Dec 2 2024

    Simon dives into the latest updates for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP), including the newly introduced National Security Supplement (NSS). Whether you're a house of worship, or nonprofit organization, these updates are crucial for your 2024 grant application strategy.

    Simon and his team at Kingswood Security have helped nonprofits secure over $13.5 million in NSGP funding, and they’re here to guide you through the process of writing a winning application and conducting the necessary vulnerability assessments.

    Key Highlights:

    • Understanding the new NSS classifications and bonus point criteria.

    • How consortium applications can benefit your nonprofit.

    • The difference between risk, threat, and vulnerability assessments.

    • Tips for addressing high-risk factors in your grant application.

    • Why building relationships with your State Administrative Agency (SAA) is critical.

    If you're ready to maximize your chances of success and get tailored support for your NSGP application, book a call with Simon today! Click here.

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    40 mins
  • ep.80 Does Your Church Have an Employee Handbook?
    Aug 23 2024

    Employee handbooks are important governance of a church safety and security program. Join us for the 9th Annual Securing Your Place of Worship Online Conference on Tuesday, September 10th! This year, nonprofit attorney at law Virginia (Ginny) Cronin will lead us through how to create strong governance by implementing an employee handbook.

    Don't miss out for this online event—register now: https://www.worshipsecurity.org/conference

    We're excited to feature Lt. Col. Dave Grossman and Carl Chinn as keynote speakers. Plus, we've got signed books, free courses, and decision decks all to give away!

    This fully virtual and online conference brings over 9 hours of expert teaching from 10 presenters right to your screen, wherever you are.

    Don't miss out—register now: https://www.worshipsecurity.org/conference

    #churchsafety

    #churchsecurity

    #employeehandbooks

    #nonprofit

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    4 mins
  • ep.79 Every Church Security Team Started with One Person
    Aug 22 2024

    Do you look at other church safety and security programs and wish you were where they are? Well every church safety and security team started right where you are with one person!

    Join us for the 9th Annual Securing Your Place of Worship Online Conference on Tuesday, September 10th! This year, Wes Pederson from Eagle Brook Church and Mike Lynch from Traders Point Church will be tackling tough questions to help guide your security team.

    Don't miss out for this online event—register now: https://www.worshipsecurity.org/conference

    We're excited to feature Lt. Col. Dave Grossman and Carl Chinn as keynote speakers. Plus, we've got signed books, free courses, and decision decks all to give away!

    This fully virtual and online conference brings over 9 hours of expert teaching from 10 presenters right to your screen, wherever you are.

    Don't miss out—register now: https://www.worshipsecurity.org/conference

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    5 mins
  • ep.78 Do You Have The Right Crisis Teams At Your Church?
    Aug 21 2024

    Join us for the 9th Annual Securing Your Place of Worship Online Conference on Tuesday, September 10th! This year, the Reverend Tim Kingsley will guide us through how to build crisis teams at your church.

    Don't miss out—register now: https://www.worshipsecurity.org/conference

    We're excited to feature Lt. Col. Dave Grossman and Carl Chinn as keynote speakers. Plus, we've got signed books, free courses, and decision decks to give away!

    This fully virtual conference brings over 9 hours of expert teaching from 10 presenters right to your screen, wherever you are.

    Don't miss out—register now: https://www.worshipsecurity.org/conference

    #churchsafety

    #churchsecurity

    #church

    #crisisteams

    #crisis

    #mentalhealth

    #mentalillness

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    5 mins
  • ep.77 How Do You Know If You Have The Right Financial Controls?
    Aug 20 2024

    Join us for the 9th Annual Securing Your Place of Worship Online Conference on Tuesday, September 10th! This year, Pastor Trena Turner will take us through an embezzlement case study and provide best practices to improve your church financial controls.

    Don't miss out—register now: https://www.worshipsecurity.org/conference

    We're excited to feature Lt. Col. Dave Grossman and Carl Chinn as keynote speakers. Plus, we've got signed books, free courses, and decision decks to give away!

    This fully virtual conference brings over 9 hours of expert teaching from 10 presenters right to your screen, wherever you are.

    Don't miss out—register now: https://www.worshipsecurity.org/conference

    #churchsecurity

    #churchsafety

    #financialcontrols

    #embezzlement

    #churchcrime

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    4 mins
  • ep.76 Are You Ready to Survive a Mass Shooting?
    Aug 19 2024

    Join us for the 9th Annual Securing Your Place of Worship Online Conference on Tuesday, September 10th! This year, Drew Moldenhauer will guide us through the critical topic of surviving an active shooter situation.

    We're excited to feature Lt. Col. Dave Grossman and Carl Chinn as keynote speakers. Plus, we've got signed books, free courses, and decision decks to give away!

    This fully virtual conference brings over 9 hours of expert teaching from 10 presenters right to your screen, wherever you are.

    Don't miss out—register now: Church Safety and Security Conference

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    4 mins
  • ep.75 Securing Your Place of Worship
    Aug 15 2024

    Join us on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 8:20 PM for the 9th Annual Securing Your Place of Worship conference. This fully online event allows you to participate from anywhere, saving you the cost and hassle of travel.

    With 10 dynamic presentations, including insights from Lt. Col. Dave Grossman and Carl Chinn of the Faith Based Security Network, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

    Tickets:

    - VIP: $89 - Includes exclusive prizes, conference replay access, free courses and signed books.

    - General Admission: $49 - Includes decision decks and books.

    Learn more and register: https://www.worshipsecurity.org/conference

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    13 mins
  • ep.74 The Personal Impact of Being a British Police Detective: Simon Osamoh
    Jun 20 2024

    Hi everyone, Simon recently appeared on the Hey Chaplain podcast. In this episode, he had an in-depth discussion about the importance of communication and empathy, the role of mentors in law enforcement, and how the presence or absence of our fathers can shape our lives. We hope you find the conversation as enlightening and thought-provoking as we did.

    Need Simon’s help with vulnerability and risk assessments, emergency preparedness, training, or a Nonprofit Security Grant (NSGP) application. Reach out to him at: team@kingswoodsc.com

    Decision Decks: Church Safety and Security Scenario Cards

    Six Deck Box Set: https://a.co/d/8OUDO6q

    Conflict Deescalation Scenarios: https://a.co/d/6tNrJsZ

    Safety Team Scenarios: https://a.co/d/ciEwDJa

    Threat Assessment Scenarios: https://a.co/d/hkWkVih

    Suspicious Behavior Scenarios: https://a.co/d/0ilrAUV

    Medical Response Scenarios: https://a.co/d/aJgzLIr

    Crisis Intervention Scenarios: https://a.co/d/7SMgynD

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    43 mins