Nonprofit security grant program

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded a $595,187 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (CFDA 97.008) project grant to the Department of Law Enforcement, State of Hawaii on September 1, 2024. The grant supports physical security enhancements and protective measures for three nonprofit organizations at high risk of terrorist or extremist attacks in Honolulu and Maui, Hawaii.

Specific sub-award activities include installing security lighting, access controls, surveillance cameras, and alarm systems at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui and Temple Emanu-El facilities. Additionally, the grant will fund the development of written safety and continuity plans, staff/congregant training, and contracted security guard services for the sites. The sub-awards to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui and Carden Academy of Maui total $17,320 and $7,400 respectively and were made in October 2024. This federal grant program aims to strengthen the security preparedness of nonprofit organizations against potential terrorist or extremist threats.