Prevention Works Blog
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Do good people go “bad” when the economy goes downhill?
- I don't know about you but I've been hearing a lot of stories that cause me to worry about crime increasing during this bad economic time. My neighborhood and surrounding areas are usually safe places but lately we've seen reports of bank robberies, assaults, and property thefts at rates we haven't experienced before.
NCPC News
- Maryland Crime Victims Resource Center Releases Hope II RFP
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The Maryland Crime Victims Resource Center is accepting applications for its Hope II grant. The $50,000 grant is open to eligible nonprofits throughout the country that want to support, expand, and improve services for underserved victims in high-crime, urban areas. For more information, visit http://www.mdcrimevictims.org/ or contact Keri Peterson at 301-952-0063.
- December Catalyst Online
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Check out this month’s Catalyst newsletter for the most recent crime prevention news and resources.
- "Crime Prevention Matters" Report Available Online
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Three polls independently found Americans believe crime has worsened. Crime Prevention Matters draws on research to explain the relationship between crime rates and perceptions. Download the report (PDF).


