Governor Wes Moore announced $6.3 million to protect against hate crimes and help local police recruitment and retention efforts in a press release last Thursday.
The funds — which are through the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services — are divided into the Protecting Against Hate Crimes program and the Police Recruitment and Retention grant.
“Every Marylander has a role to play in combating racism, bias and hate and in keeping our communities safe,” Moore said in the press release. “Through this funding, we will help support both our community partners and our law enforcement partners as we work together to build a stronger, safer Maryland.”
The Protecting Against Hate Crimes program will provide $5 million to faith-based and nonprofit organizations with memberships that could be targeted for a hate crime. Money will go towards supporting security enhancements for these groups. Temple Shalom and the Bethesda Jewish Congregation are among Montgomery County organizations receiving grant money.
The $1.3 million Police Recruitment and Retention grant will help local law enforcement agencies with hiring and retaining qualified police officers. The Montgomery County Police Department is one law enforcement agency receiving this funding.
Through this latest funding, our administration is helping to support both community partners and law enforcement agencies as we work together to build a stronger, safer Maryland for generations to come. pic.twitter.com/P8NORTpPtH
— Governor Wes Moore (@GovWesMoore) August 3, 2023
