Governor Hochul Announces Record-Level 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.
