What We Do
They are destitute, marginalized, and immediately vulnerable, but determined to live a successful free life.
“I learned to keep trying no matter how many times you fail. Just keep going because things will get better.” – Shawn
We build relationships with our people, walking alongside them and encouraging them every step of the way.
We start our work before our people get out of prison and stay with them throughout their journey in beginning and sustaining their new lives.
Social Enterprises
Through our social enterprise, we engage our people as productive members of society generating revenue for economic growth. Transitional employment through PRO Employment (PROe) provides a starting income and PRO Housing (PROh) apartments give our people a place to call home.
“When I got my first check, I thought I was going to cry.” – Tim
Individual Coaching and Signature Services
Our Program Services team support and coach individuals through their transitions from incarceration to the community. We assist people with:
- Individualized job search strategy: résumé creation, job leads, mock interviews, computer training, networking events, job search planning, and job coaching
- Assistance with housing and utilities, medical and dental services, vision screening and correction, substance abuse services, counseling, child care, child support services, voting rights analysis, and additional needs
- Obtaining identification documentation – birth certificates, state IDs, and driver licenses
- Direct aid – food, clothing, bus passes, and transportation services
“I have done so much this past year, and
it all started here at Project Return with a set of tools.”
– James
it all started here at Project Return with a set of tools.”
– James
Skills Development
To match the growing industries in our region, we provide our people with the education necessary to take advantage of employment opportunities.