Causes: Family Counseling

Mission: “Empowering people impacted by the criminal justice system to renew their faith, rebuild their lives, and restore positive relationships”

Results: 22% recidivism amongst adults 2% recidivism amongst youth

Target demographics: anyone negatively impacted by the criminal justice system

Direct beneficiaries per year: 1200 adults, 120 youth

Geographic areas served: Pittsburgh, Allegheny County PA,

Programs: The hope chaplaincy program in the allegheny county jail provides pastoral care, charity, worship, religious education, religious programming, and other support services for inmates of all faiths.

the hope aftercare program is an interfaith pre and post-release adult reintegration program for inmates and ex-offenders that seeks to ensure their successful return to the community. Hope aftercare provides information resources, referrals, and guidance regarding employment, housing, education, food assistance, mental health services, and clothing.

the hope pre-release program is an inter-faith, faith-based, rehabilitative program for minimum and medium security inmates that works in collaboration with key community service providers and volunteers to empower incarcerated individuals to restore their relationship with god, rebuild their lives, and reconcile to their communities.

the hope diversion program is designed to give young people and adults who commit non-violent, low-to-medium offense the opportunity to remain in the community while addressing their needs rather than being prosecuted, convicted, or incarcerated.