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Second Chance Month

Millions of people in America have a criminal record.

Many are ready to own their mistakes, learn from the past, and become who they’re meant to be.

 

But it’s harder than it should be. At every step of the journey—by unjust laws and daily hurdles—they’re reminded of who they once were.

Support unlocking second chances

A person’s past shouldn’t define their future.

 

 

You can be a champion for second chances! Send a letter to Congress today asking them to remove barriers for men and women with a criminal record who have faced their consequences and desire to have a brighter future.

 

 

GET STARTED
  • Support second chances all month with the help of our social media toolkit.
  • Urge lawmakers to address unreasonable laws that hold people back.
  • Change your language to reflect human dignity instead of using labels like “felon,” “convict,” or “offender.”
  • Use your voice beyond April and advocate for second chances all year round.
  • Host a Second Chance Sunday at your church.

What Is Second Chance Month?

What Is Second Chance Month?

Prison Fellowship spearheaded Second Chance Month® in 2017. Since then, multiple U.S. presidents and more than 24 states and D.C. have recognized April as Second Chance Month. More than 1,000 organizations, churches, and businesses have joined Prison Fellowship in support of brighter futures for people with a criminal record.

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I NEEDED A HOME, AND YOU RENTED TO ME.

I NEEDED TO SUPPORT MY FAMILY, AND YOU HIRED ME.

I NEEDED A RIDE TO WORK, AND YOU PICKED ME UP.

I NEEDED A CHURCH FAMILY, AND YOU WELCOMED ME.

I NEEDED A SECOND CHANCE, AND YOU BELIEVED IN ME.

I NEEDED A HOME, AND YOU RENTED TO ME.

 

I NEEDED TO SUPPORT MY FAMILY, AND YOU HIRED ME.

 

I NEEDED A RIDE TO WORK, AND YOU PICKED ME UP.

 

I NEEDED A SECOND CHANCE, AND YOU BELIEVED IN ME.

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