The mandate of the Fund is to mobilize resources and logistics to strengthen the operations of the Federal, State and other Security Agencies through the procurement and repair of vehicles and equipment; among other forms of assistance. This is to be achieved through the collection of security levies, Fundraisers, as well as voluntary donations by individuals, associations, organizations and corporate bodies. OYSSTF also receives 1 % Security Tax from contracts awarded by Ministries, Departments and Agencies of the State Government.