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Security for faith communities

Protect your congregation — without losing your sense of sanctuary.

For synagogues, religious schools, JCCs, and houses of worship across Los Angeles. Discreet, layered protection that keeps your community safe during services, school, and events — and welcoming the rest of the time.

NSGP grant-ready designs
Discreet by design
Licensed C-7 · bonded & insured
We understand the stakes

Keeping the doors open — and everyone safe

Faith communities, and Jewish institutions in particular, face real and rising threats. Security has to protect people without turning your home into a fortress.

Open during services

Sanctuaries and entrances are welcoming and busy — and exposed — exactly when the most people are inside.

Targeted threats

Antisemitic and faith-based incidents are rising. Your community needs to detect and respond in seconds.

High Holy Days & events

Holidays, B'nai Mitzvah, and large gatherings draw crowds that strain volunteer-run security.

Children on site

Religious school, preschool, and daycare mean kids to protect and parents to reassure.

A layered approach

Protection that's there when you need it — invisible when you don't

We design discreet, integrated security around the rhythms of your community.

AI weapons & threat detection

Spot weapons and dangerous behavior at the perimeter and entrances — before they reach the sanctuary.

Discreet access control

Secure entries with mobile and card access, buzz-in for visitors, and instant lockout of former members.

Silent panic & lockdown

Discreet panic buttons that lock doors and summon help without alarming your congregation.

Mass notification

Alert clergy, staff, and members instantly by text, app, and PA — and reach first responders fast.

Sanctuary & perimeter cameras

Clear coverage of entrances, parking, and grounds, with smart search and remote viewing.

Volunteer-friendly

Simple tools your greeters and security team can actually use — backed by professional monitoring.

Synagogue sanctuary Grant funding
We design to the NSGP requirements
Stretch your budget

We help you use security grant funding

The federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) helps fund security upgrades for at-risk nonprofits and faith institutions — and Jewish organizations are among the most frequent recipients. We design systems that fit the program's requirements and support your application with the documentation you need.

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The platforms we deploy & integrate
Xtract One Ambient AI Verkada Everbridge AlertUS Lumana Avigilon
Licensed C-7 contractor · CSLB #1149815 · Member: AAGLA, SIA, LABA, BIA, CEDIA
The difference that matters

From detection to lockdown — in seconds

Cameras that only record give you evidence after the fact. Our systems act in the moment: AI detects the threat, a live agent verifies it, doors lock, and everyone is notified.

See how threat detection & lockdown works
AI threat detection cameras Active-threat protection
Detect → verify → lock down → notify
★★★★★

"Dan and his company did a terrific job suggesting and installing a sophisticated security system, and they're very responsive if ever there's an issue. I highly recommend SmartConnect."

HM
Helen M.Los Angeles, CA · Google
Protect your community

Start with a free, discreet walkthrough

We'll quietly assess your entrances, sanctuary, grounds, and event plans — then show you a layered, grant-ready plan tailored to your community.

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Tell us about your community and a SmartConnect specialist will reach out within one business day with a tailored, discreet plan.

No-obligation walkthrough 1 business-day response NSGP grant-ready
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