Great day for all involved. Good practice to let us know where we are and where we need to be. Most shots fired at about 7-8 yards with some practice out to 15 yards. **NOTE** Actual groups were better than depicted. 

The landscape of Jewish facility security in 2025 America is more critical and complex than ever. With a documented surge in antisemitic incidents and evolving threats, safeguarding Jewish institutions – from synagogues and schools to community centers and cultural hubs – has become an paramount priority. Part of our mission is to delve into the multifaceted approaches necessary to ensure robust security for every Jewish premises, exploring both physical fortifications and proactive community-based strategies.

Effective Jewish facility security in 2025 relies on a multi-layered approach. Beginning outside of our facilities, we want to incorporate advanced technological enhancements that detect threats before they become physically present. As threats approach our facilities, our physical security enhancements help deter and delay those threats. We know that all technological and physical defensive measures are ultimately delaying tactics. Therefore, we maintain strong relationships with trained personnel as well as community engagement so that our responses to threats are rapid and effective. Because defending the future of the Jewish people is an expensive mission, we are aware of funding and resources specifically for Jewish security purposes.

Technology plays an increasingly vital role in modern Jewish facility security as an "attention multiplier" designed to detect and facilitate a rapid response to threats. Examples of these include:

• AI-Powered Surveillance,

• Mass Notification Systems,

• Drone Surveillance, and

• Cybersecurity for Data Protection.

The first line of defense for any Jewish premises involves robust physical security measures designed to deter, detect, and delay potential threats. Examples of these include:

• Access Control Systems,

• Reinforced Entryways,

• Perimeter Security,

• Internal Hardening, and

• Alarm Systems and Surveillance.

Even the best lock is merely a delaying device. With this in mind, Jewish facilities understand that surveillance and intelligence-gathering is only a predicate to effective responsive action. Even the most advanced technology is ineffective without well-trained personnel and an engaged community. Examples of these include:

• Hired Security Personnel,

• Volunteer Security Teams,

• Situational Awareness Training, and

• Emergency Response Drills.

The financial burden of enhanced security can be substantial, but several resources are available, including:

• Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP),

• Jewish Federations and Community Security Networks, and

• Private Philanthropy.