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The State of Hawai‘i Office of Homeland Security is working proactively to prevent, protect, mitigate, and respond to emerging threats in the wake of the conflict overseas. We encourage anyone with relevant information to submit a tip through our Hawai‘i State Fusion Center, and to use the below tables to exercise all available resources to you.

State Resources
DepartmentResource TypeLinkInformation
OHSNonprofit Security Grant FundingClick HereThe NSGP provides funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of terrorist attack. Applications for funding in 2024 will be available soon; you can e-mail gmo@hawaii.gov to request more information.
HSFCSuspicious Activity ReportingClick HerePlease report any threats, crimes, or suspicious activity to our Hawa‘i State Fusion Center, a branch under our Office of Homeland Security.
HSFCTargeted Violence & Terrorism Prevention ProgramClick HereHSFC provides outreach, education, and training on threat assessment and targeted violence and terrorism prevention topics. Contact HSFC for details on how to obtain training or with suggestions for training topics.
DLEBomb Threat Procedures & ChecklistClick Here (PDF)If a bomb threat is made, your first call should be to 911. Houses of worship and other groups at risk for targeted violence should print and review the DLE Bomb Threat Procedures & Checklist sheet, and keep a copy on hand for staff or patrons to review.
DOHMental Health – AdultsClick HereProvides access to a wide range of mental health services for adults, including suicide prevention and crisis care. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please utilize the new national crisis line by dialing 988.
DOHMental Health – YouthClick HereParents, guardians, and caregivers can find multiple sources for mental health services including suicide prevention and crisis response for keiki through the DOH.
Federal Resources
AgencyResource TypeLinkInformation
FBIStatement of SupportClick HereThe FBI is committed to fostering partnerships between the Bureau and the communities it serves and protects—in times of peace and crisis, alike. And the Bureau’s dedication to ensuring the safety of our nation’s Jews, Muslims, and Arabs hasn’t wavered amid the ongoing situation between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza region. Read the full statement through the link.
FBITip ReportingClick HereThis form is used to report federal crimes and submit tips regarding terrorist activity.
CISABomb Threat ChecklistClick Here (PDF)If a bomb threat is made, your first call should be to 911. Houses of worship and other groups at risk for targeted violence should print and review the CISA Bomb Threat Checklist, and keep a copy on hand for staff or patrons to review.
CISAPhysical Security Performance GoalsClick Here (PDF)In a recent publication, CISA developed goals to provide readily implementable, cost-effective solutions and resources to help faith-based communities reduce risk and enhance resilience.
CISACybersecurity AdvisoryClick HereAn advisory with recommendations, regarding continued malicious cyber activity against operational technology devices by Iranian Government Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)-affiliated Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) cyber actors that have the potential to impact critical infrastructure sectors.
CISAResource HubClick HereThe resources include a guide, a self-assessment tool, trainings, exercises, and other materials focused on a wide range of man-made threats (e.g., bombing, active shooter, vehicle ramming, etc.) that could be used against the FBO-HOW community.
DHSFaith-Based Organization HubClick HereThe U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships (DHS Center) fosters partnerships between government and faith-based organizations (FBOs) to increase the nation’s resilience by creating trust and developing relationships. Sign up for their Listserv, review resources, and connect with other federal partners.
DOEBlogClick HereCovers the latest information from the U.S. Department of Education’s Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships’ discussions and learning opportunities, currently focused on the Israel-Hamas conflict.
DOEResource Hub – Countering AntisemitismClick HereThe U.S. Department of Education maintains resources for preventing and addressing antisemitism in schools.
DOEResource Hub – Countering IslamaphobiaClick HereThe U.S. Department of Education maintains resources for preventing and addressing Islamaphobia in schools.
ICETip ReportingClick HereThe Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency accepts tips related to human rights violations, terrorism, and cyber crimes, among other concerns.
Non-Government Resources
OrganizationResource TypeLinkInformation
FB-ISAOInformation SharingClick HereThe Faith-Based Information Sharing & Analysis Organization (FB-ISAO) provides members with information, analysis, and capabilities to help reduce risk while enhancing preparedness, security, and resilience. They are an all-faiths and all-hazards information sharing organization.
ADLData Collection & VisualizationClick HereThe Anti-Defamation League has been collecting data antisemitic incidents and rallies tracked since 10/7/2023, which is displayed on a visual data map on their homepage.
JFNACrisis ReliefClick HereThe Jewish Federations of North America has a crisis relief resources page for those who have been physically or mentally impacted by current events, natural disasters, and more.
Stand Up To Jewish HateEducationClick HereStand Up to Jewish Hate is a national campaign designed to raise awareness about antisemitism and hatred against Jewish people.
Report Campus HateTip ReportingClick HereA portal to report antisemitic and/or bias incidents targeting Jewish community members on North American college campuses.