Pennsylvania organizations receive grants to boost security
The funding will be used for security planning.
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Pennsylvania organizations receive grants to boost security
The funding will be used for security planning.
Updated: 1:10 PM EDT Apr 9, 2026
Nearly 200 faith-based organizations and nonprofits across Pennsylvania, including 24 in the Susquehanna Valley, are receiving grant funding to enhance security measures. Video above: Headlines, weather forecast from WGAL News 8 Today.The funding will be used for security planning, training, and upgraded technology throughout their facilities. At Temple Ohev Shalom in Harrisburg, policies have already changed, including the elimination of an open-door policy and the addition of security monitoring during services inside the chapel. The rabbi said the temple is expected to receive $25,000 through the grant program. With increased security, the temple will have more opportunities to serve as a safe space for the Harrisburg community.
HARRISBURG, Pa. —
Nearly 200 faith-based organizations and nonprofits across Pennsylvania, including 24 in the Susquehanna Valley, are receiving grant funding to enhance security measures.
Video above: Headlines, weather forecast from WGAL News 8 Today.
The funding will be used for security planning, training, and upgraded technology throughout their facilities.
At Temple Ohev Shalom in Harrisburg, policies have already changed, including the elimination of an open-door policy and the addition of security monitoring during services inside the chapel.
The rabbi said the temple is expected to receive $25,000 through the grant program.
With increased security, the temple will have more opportunities to serve as a safe space for the Harrisburg community.