New Chances

New Chances is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that works to transform the lives of women and children affected by incarceration. Mission: Changing lives, rebuilding futures and enhancing our communities. Vision: At New Chances we are committed to transforming lives. Our organization strives to empower Women and Children to make a great comeback. We improve the lives of all those that have served time; providing opportunity for a better future for themselves and their families. We help those that society has turned their backs on, we believe in new chances and fresh starts. Our mistakes do not define us; therefore we empower women and youth to bounce back from their mistakes and pave a path to a brighter and more successful future. What we Do: At New Chances we understand how challenging it can be to re-enter the community and we help those facing challenges and difficulties achieve success. Our team provides personalized support and resources to women and youth in San Diego County. Focusing on entrepreneurial opportunities, job readiness, job placement, career and life skills, and educational goals. We offer more than finding a job; we help find and build a career for long term permanent success. Why we do It: It is a difficult transition back into the community after being incarcerated. The majority of all formerly incarcerated face a lifetime of punishment that continues long after prison or jail. The sentence does not end after your time is served, our society and communities do not allow the formerly incarcerated to have a new chance. Their criminal record brands them for life and bans them from employment, and ultimately self sufficiency. Our Cause: To end the revolving door of incarceration; New Chances is dedicated to educating employers, the public, and local communities on the truth about employing individuals with a criminal record. We want to erase the stigma behind those with a criminal record, and establish a positive and successful reentry