Gov. Jared Polis announced that $250,000 is available for organizations at “increased risk” of threat following the attack on a group of Jewish demonstrators in Boulder earlier this month.
The funds, made possible through the Nonprofit Security Grant Program, will be available to synagogues, mosques and other places of worship. The governor said the state is reaching out to previous applicants to encourage them to apply for the additional funding.
“Sadly, as antisemitism and other forms of hate and instances of violence are on the rise, we know that our places of worship, religious schools, and other places of gathering in communities face increased risk,” said Polis. “This additional support will help ensure that upgrades are made to increase safety.”…