Reentry Support
Resources for formerly incarcerated individuals restarting their lives.
A Second Chance
Reentering society after incarceration presents unique hurdles, from finding employment to securing housing. This page gathers resources specifically designed to help you overcome these barriers, understand your voting rights, and connect with "second chance" employers.
Find Reentry Programs
Employment
Look for "Ban the Box" employers. The Federal Bonding Program provides insurance to employers who hire at-risk job seekers.
Federal Bonding Program →Housing
HUD guidelines state that a criminal record cannot be the sole reason for denial of public housing.
HUD Reentry Info →Voting Rights
In many states, your right to vote is restored automatically after release. Check your state's laws.
Check Your State →Employment Resources
70 Million Jobs
Job board specifically for people with criminal records. Companies that believe in second chances.
Help For Felons
List of companies known to hire people with criminal records.
Dave's Killer Bread Foundation
Second Chance Employment resources and advocacy.
American Job Centers
Free job training, resume help, and career counseling.
Expungement & Record Sealing
Cleaning your record can open doors to better jobs and housing. Eligibility varies by state and offense.
Additional Support
Identification Documents
Getting your ID, Social Security card, and birth certificate is often the first step. Many states now offer these before release.
Replace Social Security Card