As release day approaches, the problems awaiting prisoners on the other side of the gate can be overwhelming. For years, they've been told when to eat, what to wear, and where to go. Now suddenly they will have to make decisions on their own.

Prison Fellowship staff and volunteers are devoted to helping prepare men and women to leave prison with a positive outlook—ready to succeed. In several prison facilities, we offer mentorships, life-skills training, marriage and parenting classes, and other programs that teach personal responsibility, the value of education and hard work, and care for people and their property, so that prisoners are prepared to thrive in their communities after release. In some states, we run faith dorms, where incarcerated men and women can participate in biblically based training within a nurturing Christian community.

Prisoners learn how to be leaders in their communities and walk out the prison gates as prepared as possible for the challenges that lie ahead. Prison Fellowship works directly with men and women who have graduated our programming, and join efforts with churches, para-church organizations, and others to support those leaving prison.