Project Return

Marcus got the job! 🔔 He is working in the manufacturing industry after earning an OSHA certification while incarcerated. He has faced health challenges since his release but he has not let anything discourage him from moving forward in his #NewBeginning ! 🙌

Schalles came to Project Return in 2021 after a two year prison sentence. This week, she returned to us as a volunteer, helping other participants practice their interviewing skills! We are so honored to have her back and so proud of her consistent commitment to #NewBeginnings

Words can’t describe that bell ringing feeling! Time to celebrate! 🙌 #MondayMotivation

We hope you and your family have a safe and happy holiday!

Heads up: our offices will be closed July 3rd - July 5th. We will see you next week!

We would like to say a very special thank you to United Way of Greater Chattanooga for awarding Project Return with the Catalyst Fund Grant, which allows us to offer additional upskilling opportunities for our participants!

That feeling when you just got a job! 👏 Congratualtions to Tim who just landed a position as a forklift driver in Chattanooga. He is putting his years of experience to good use! Let’s hear it for Tim!

Systemic causes range from a history of racial and ethnic subordination to ongoing police tactics that unfairly ensnare people of color into the system. Learn more @ sentencingproject.org/reports/mass-i… #RacialJustice #Reentry

As we celebrate Juneteenth, let's honor the struggles and triumphs of those who fought for freedom and recognize the continued efforts needed to achieve true equality for all. Together, we can build a future where the principles of justice are upheld for everyone. 🎉✊🏽📚

Ebony and Daniel represented Project Return last week at the @TNJusticeCenter Resource Fair! Honored to be a part of such an important event providing an abundance of necessary resources to the Nashville community! 👏

Thank you to our partners @REDFworks for their wonderful Community Retreat in Los Angeles this year. Pictured is Larry Craig with Father Greg Boyle from @homeboyind based in LA.

As of 2022, 4.4 million Americans were unable to vote due to state laws restricting voting rights for those with felony convictions. Read more @ sentencingproject.org/reports/mass-i…

At Project Return, we are dedicated to our culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We want to wish all our LGBTQIA+ participants, team, and followers a very happy #PrideMonth!

Did you know? For the first time in over a decade, the national prison population is on the rise again. Learn more @ sentencingproject.org/reports/mass-i… #WednesdayWisdom #NewBeginnings #TheMoreYouKnow

Special thanks to our partners at @WellsFargo for their reentry entrepreneurship grant awarded this month! This generous grant is a testament to their commitment to supporting reentry entrepreneurs in our community.

We are seeking volunteers to help with mock interviews, teach classes inside facilities, and/or be a mentor for our entrepreneurship program. We’d love to have you get involved at either of our locations! Please email volunteering@projectreturninc.org if you’re interested.

#SuccessStoryFriday William has overcome many challenges in his reentry journey but has remained resilient. He is now working full time using his experience in the automotive industry. Let’s root him on together! 👏

According to minorityhealth.hhs.gov, over 95% of people incarcerated in state or federal prison will return home. This drives our focus on holistic, supportive #reentry services including employment and housing.

wsmv.com/2024/05/17/no-… Checkout this @WSMV4 article about past participant and business owner, Alonzo Cheeks! We are so proud of his dedication and success.

In the month of May we take time to reflect and celebrate the important contributions that Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) have made in our shared history. Learn more @ asianpacificheritage.gov #AAPIHeritageMonth