Governor Hochul Announces Funding to Improve Safety and Security of Organizations at Risk of Hate Crimes or Terrorism
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a record-level, state investment of nearly $63.9 million to strengthen safety and security measures at nonprofit, community-based organizations at risk of hate crimes or attacks because of their ideology, beliefs, or mission. Available through the State’s Securing Communities Against Hate Crimes Program, the funding will support interior and exterior projects and cybersecurity improvements at 336 organizations across the State. Under Governor Hochul’s leadership, funding for the program has increased significantly: With the funding announced today, New York State has awarded a total of $131.5 million in grants since 2021.
The Governor also highlighted more than $44.8 million in federal funding to support the efforts of 223 nonprofit organizations facing an increased risk of terrorist, or other extremist attacks, to strengthen the security of their facilities, as well as enhance their overall preparedness. This funding, provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency through its Nonprofit Security Grant Program, is being allocated to New York through two separate awards: $36 million for organizations within the New York City Metro Area and $8.8 million for organizations throughout the rest of the State. The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services manages these programs in close coordination with local stakeholders.
“Creating a place where all New Yorkers feel safe, accepted and supported — no matter what may set them apart — is one of my top priorities, and I’m committed to using every possible tool to do just that,” Governor Hochul said. “The data is clear: New York has become safer since I took office in 2021, but there is more to do to stop hate and prevent violence in our communities. With these new investments, we are giving community organizations the resources they need to protect themselves and provide their services in a safe environment.”
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Source: The Office of the Governor