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Change From the Inside:
One Choice at a Time

MISSION & VISION

WHAT’S AT STAKE

A Closer Look at Incarceration in America

132,860

annual cost for imprisoning one person in California

2

incarcerated individuals nationwide – #1 in the world

68

incarcerated individuals are released within 3 years

83

incarcerated individuals are released within 9 years

600,000

individuals are released from state and federal prisons each year

Transforming Lives,

Changing Communities

The Power of Second Chances

Join us in our mission to transform lives, one choice at a time. With your support, we empower incarcerated individuals to move beyond their past and embrace a future that has hope and opportunity.

OUR IMPACT:

98

of participants reported their lives improved

84

of participants have taught the skills they learned to friends and family

91

of participants experienced less conflict during and after incarceration

52

of our program grads have been released from prison

OUR PROGRAMS

In-Person Workshops

This is our signature workshop, where about 80+ volunteers spend the weekend working alongside 200+ incarcerated participants in person at the prison.

The workshop is offered in English with simultaneous Spanish translation.

Bi-Weekly Groups

These classes are led by incarcerated individuals experienced in the FTC curriculum and supported by FTC volunteers. Join us in fostering a community of inner freedom and empowerment—one group at a time.

Correspondence Program

This pioneering Program allows incarcerated participants to complete “Growthwork” (our name for homework), which is mailed to our headquarters. Trained volunteers then read and respond empathetically and positively to their work.

Be the Change

Join The Freedom to Choose Project

With your support, we can continue to expand long-lasting transformation. Whether you choose to donate or volunteer, your contribution makes a profound difference. Together, we can break the cycle of re-offending and build a future where every person has the chance to choose a better path.

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