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Clearinghouse

A central office or online resource that collects and distributes information, in this case, on safety and security practices and grant programs.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

A U.S. government department responsible for public security, including anti-terrorism, border security, cybersecurity, and disaster prevention and management.

Faith-based organization

A group or center with a religious, ideological, or spiritual motivation or purpose that also meets the definition of a nonprofit organization.

House of worship

A building or place, like a church, mosque, or synagogue, where people gather to practice their religious or spiritual beliefs.

Nonprofit organization

An organization that is tax-exempt under IRS rules (like a 501(c)(3)) and is determined by the Secretary of Homeland Security to be at risk of an attack or other threat.

Best practices

Methods or techniques that have been shown to be superior to others, especially in terms of safety and effectiveness, based on evidence.

Evidence-based tiers

A system for classifying safety practices based on how much scientific evidence supports their effectiveness, prioritizing those with strong or moderate research backing.