Pennsylvania and our nation have experienced a troubling rise in antisemitism, Islamophobia, and other forms of hate. Museums, cultural institutions, libraries, community organizations, and schools play a vital role in preserving the indelible memory of the Holocaust, one of the most horrific atrocities in human history, educating the public about religious, racial and ethnic persecution, and fostering respect and civility in our communities. Giving these organizations the tools they need to educate, engage, and combat hate is more important than ever.
 
We are introducing legislation to establish the Holocaust and Anti-Hate Education Grant Program within the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.
 
The program would provide grants of $500 to $10,000 to museums, cultural institutions, libraries, community organizations, and schools to support Holocaust education, instruction on religious, racial and ethnic persecution, and/or anti-hate education initiatives that strengthen respect, civility, and peace in our communities. 
 
This grant program will empower these and organizations and institutions with the resources they need to meet people where they are and address and prevent hate through art, education, and community engagement.
 
Knowledge remains one of the most effective tools we have to combat hate and build stronger communities. Please join us in co-sponsoring this timely legislation.