The Redemption Project

Over 2.2 million Americans are incarcerated today. Upon their release from prison, formerly incarcerated people often face social stigma and employment barriers that prevent them from attaining a job. Research has shown that without meaningful employment opportunities, many of these men and women will return to prison in as little as 3 years. To help break the socially and financially destructive cycle of recidivism (the tendency of a formerly incarcerated individual to re-offend), The Redemption Project empowers incarcerated people through virtue-based education, mentoring opportunities while incarcerated, and partnering with employers to provide meaningful employment upon release. We believe that bringing an end to recidivism begins with a good job and having the character and integrity to keep it!