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U.S. Jewish leaders push $1B security grants for High Holy Days

9/9/2026

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U.S. Jewish leaders urge Congress to allocate $1 billion for security grants ahead of the High Holy Days.
Secure Community Network provides webinars and in-person training to help Jewish institutions respond to active threats.
Rabbi David Ingber says antisemitism is the worst uptick he has seen, leaving congregants feeling precarious.
Nathan Diament says the grant program grew to $300 million in 2026 but awarded only 20% of over 8,000 applicants.

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U.S. Jewish leaders urge Congress to allocate $1 billion for security grants ahead of the High Holy Days.
Secure Community Network provides webinars and in-person training to help Jewish institutions respond to active threats.
Rabbi David Ingber says antisemitism is the worst uptick he has seen, leaving congregants feeling precarious.
Nathan Diament says the grant program grew to $300 million in 2026 but awarded only 20% of over 8,000 applicants.