ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Governor Wes Moore today announced that his proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2027 will maintain $10 million in funding for the Protecting Against Hate Crimes Grant Program. The program, which saw its funding doubled in the governor’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget, provides vital support to nonprofit organizations and faith-based institutions for security enhancements to protect their facilities and members against hate-motivated violence.
“Public safety is my number one priority as governor,” said Gov. Moore. “Our administration’s commitment to ensuring that everyone feels safe where they live, work, and worship is unwavering. By maintaining this historic investment, we are sending a clear message: Hate will have no oxygen in Maryland. We will continue our work in partnership to make sure our faith-based and community organizations are safe havens for all Marylanders.”
The investment from Governor Moore, in partnership with the Maryland General Assembly, allowed the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy to support 183 organizations across Maryland—enhancing security at places of worship, historical landmarks, and other organizations serving vulnerable communities…