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 were.
A person’s past shouldn’t decide 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 want a brighter future.
- Help people in your community in practical ways, like volunteering at a halfway house or helping someone get a job.
- Change your language to reflect human dignity instead of using labels like “felon,” “convict,” or “offender.”
- Press lawmakers to address unreasonable laws that hold people back.
- Support second chances all month with the help of our social media toolkit.
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 25 states have recognized Second Chance Month. More than 800 organizations, congregations, and businesses have joined Prison Fellowship as official Second Chance Month partners. As a result of these efforts, millions of people know of the barriers faced by people with a criminal record and how to unlock second chances for people who dream of a better tomorrow.
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.
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.