Assemblyman Aron Wieder announced that up to $70 million in Securing Communities Against Hate Crimes (SCAHC) grant funding is now available for nonprofit and community-based organizations across New York.

The grants aim to help organizations strengthen security amid rising threats linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict. The program, supported by Governor Kathy Hochul, offers awards of up to $250,000 per organization for physical security and cybersecurity projects. Applications must be submitted by noon on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.

Eligible uses include security cameras, lighting, locks, alarms, shatter-resistant glass, access controls, cybersecurity upgrades, and staff training.

“With the conflict we are seeing globally, it is more important than ever to ensure that New York remains a safe haven for all,” Governor Hochul said. “This funding reflects our commitment to stand by communities facing threats because of who they are, what they believe, or how they live.”

For more information or assistance with the application process, organizations can contact Assemblyman Wieder’s office at 845-624-4601 or Ethan Erlich, Regional Security Director for the Community Security Initiative (CSI): https://csiny.org/securitygrants/