One of our highest priorities of the Savannah Jewish Federation is ensuring communal safety and security. To better protect the Savannah community Federation has partnered with Secure Community Network (SCN) to manage security programs in our community.

Through the Savannah Jewish Federation partnership with Secure Community Network (SCN), the Federation Community-Wide Security Program works to enhance the safety and security of the Savannah Jewish community. Together, we are working to foster a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and vigilance, ensuring that all Jewish organizations operate safely and securely.

Whatever location our community members visit, they should be secure in the knowledge that best practices are in place for all potentialities: fire, medical emergency, weather, and worst-case scenarios, such as violent attacks. Our partnership aims to provide educational and support services, as well as create a network among institutions to ensure best practices when it comes to security at what SCN refers to as "Centers of Jewish Life."

Community Security Director, Richard Ray

A native of South Carolina, Richard has over 20 plus years of experience, both in the public and private sector. After retiring at the rank of Captain from the South Carolina Highway Patrol, he later served as Director of Physical Security for several National organizations. Throughout his career he has provided leadership and guidance for organizations in complex investigations, emergency management planning, threat mitigation, and security technology.

Richard has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice from Saint Leo University and a Master of Science in Management degree from Charleston Southern University. He received his Public Manager Certification through the South Carolina Department of Administration, and is recognized as a Certified Protection Professional, through the American Society of Industrial Security.

It is our goal to identify and assess any potential threats to our community. It is important to report incidents as soon as you witness them. Keep in mind we are collecting all information that affects our community. Please use this form to report all suspicious activity and antisemitic acts. This information will be reviewed and shared with the appropriate local, state, and federal law enforcement for action and resolution.

Emergencies should be reported to police via 911 immediately.

At the Savannah Jewish Federation, the safety and security of our Jewish community is our #1 priority. In partnership with the Jewish Federations of North America, LiveSecure, an unprecedented security campaign and initiative to ensure the security and resiliency of our communities is taking place.

With LiveSecure support, the Federation will be able to provide the training, tools, and resources needed to protect those inside our Jewish community organizations in Savannah. LiveSecure will match donations made to the security initiative dollar for dollar – up to $250,000!

Please consider making a separate gift to the security initiative this year, and know that your impact is increased through this special 1:1 match.

 
 
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