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Best-practice guidance documents, training materials, security protocols and checklists, and templates, and more– all developed by leading experts in communal security.

DISCLAIMER: These guidelines are for informational purposes only. Secure Community Network advises seeking professional security advice tailored to your situation. SCN makes no representation, guarantee, or warranty that adopting any recommendation presented here will ensure that your facility or users will be invulnerable to attack or crime. SCN shall not have any liability because of any decision by you to adopt or not adopt any part of these guidelines. These guidelines are copyrighted property of SCN and may not be copied, reproduced, republished, posted, transmitted, distributed, or changed without the prior written permission of SCN.

 

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  • Informational One Pager

    SCN Overview One-Pager

    February 21, 2025 Wyatt Ronan

    We are a team of intelligence, law enforcement, homeland security, and military professionals, recognized as the community’s official liaison to federal law enforcement, and the only faith-based nonprofit with a direct line to the FBI.

  • White Paper

    Firearms and the Faithful

    January 2, 2020 Abigail Miller

    Across America, Jewish communities are on heightened alert and are wondering what role armed security should play in their security plans.

  • White Paper

    Private Security

    April 28, 2022 Abigail Miller

    Does hiring a private security firm make your Jewish organization safer?

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    Guidance for Completing the Investment Justification Final

    April 30, 2025 Abigail Miller

    The following is suggested guidance to be used in completing selected sections of the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) Investment Justification (IJ). For more detailed guidance, please review SCN’s webinar recording, Deep Dive: Writing the NSGP Application from 09 January 2025. The questions in this guidance document are intended to elicit comprehensive responses resulting in a high-scoring application.

    • Nonprofit Security Grant Program
  • Guidebook

    Physical Security Guidelines for Organizations Leasing Space or Using Shared Space

    April 21, 2025 Abigail Miller

    Many Jewish organizations lease space in commercial buildings or share space with other Jewish organizations. Ensuring the security and safety of Jewish organizations in commercial space presents many challenges that need to be considered before signing a lease.

    • Planning and Preparedness
  • Informational One Pager

    Essential Safety Questions To Ask Before Deciding On A College

    April 17, 2025 Wyatt Ronan

    Choosing a college can be overwhelming, especially when considering if the college fosters a safe and supportive environment for Jewish students. It’s important to know the school takes antisemitism seriously and actively supports Jewish life on campus. Asking the right questions can give you peace of mind that Jewish students will be welcomed, protected, and supported.

    • Planning and Preparedness
  • Webinar Recording

    FY2024/2025 FEMA NSGP Update Webinar Recording

    March 14, 2025 Wyatt Ronan

    Please join the Secure Community Network (SCN) and the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) for an update and discussion about the FY2024/2025 NSGP.

    • Nonprofit Security Grant Program
  • Webinar Recording

    10-Minute Weather Safety Series: Spring Weather

    March 10, 2025 Abigail Miller

    This 10-minute weather safety webinar is focused on spring weather events including tornado awareness, severe thunderstorm safety, microbursts, and ocean and beach safety.

    • Planning and Preparedness
  • Informational One Pager

    SCN Overview One-Pager

    February 21, 2025 Wyatt Ronan

    We are a team of intelligence, law enforcement, homeland security, and military professionals, recognized as the community’s official liaison to federal law enforcement, and the only faith-based nonprofit with a direct line to the FBI.

  • Informational One Pager

    FY 2024 NSGP Authorized Equipment List (AEL)

    February 17, 2025 Abigail Miller

    Proposed equipment costs associated with using the NSGP can only be from the allowable categories on the Department of Homeland Security Authorized Equipment List and…

    • Nonprofit Security Grant Program
  • Webinar Recording

    Threats And Risks Under The NSGP Webinar Recording

    February 17, 2025 Wyatt Ronan

    Join the Secure Community Network (SCN), Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA), and expert panelists for a discussion on the application process with a focus on the Investment Justification (IJ) for the FY2024/2025 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) season.

    • Nonprofit Security Grant Program
  • Guidebook

    Low-Cost/No-Cost Security Measures for Jewish Facilities

    January 23, 2025 Abigail Miller

    Increasing awareness and training of the people who work, visit or are present in your facility on a regular basis – whether staff, faculty, clergy, parents, students or members – is one of the single-most effective ways to enhance the safety and security of your institution. This guidance is intended to outline security measures that are little to no cost and can assist facilities in increasing their overall security.

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