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Supporting individuals formerly incarcerated by providing basic needs

 

 

The J&J Foundation

Founded in 2022

 

 

Individuals served since April 2022:

0 of 1000 goal

 

 

Who do we serve?

 

Our organization collects and delivers donations to individuals who are formerly incarcerated. These individuals face many challenges as they re-enter into society and need additional support in their transition.

 

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Why should you care?

 

(1) Over 10,000 individuals are released from state and federal prison every week. 1

(2) More than 50% of individuals released from prisons are incarcerated again within three years of their release. 2

(3) Only 12.5% of employers said they would accept an application from an ex-prisoner. 3

(4) Formerly incarcerated individuals are 10 times more likely to be homeless than the public. 4

 

Learn more: PBS News Video – What challenges do people face after prison?

 

 

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How can you help?

 

Support individuals formerly incarcerated with their transition back into society by donating items that satisfies basic needs – clothing, food, and personal care.

 

Please only donate items listed on the needs list.

 

Drop off or ship donations to our organization site:

6000 J Street

Sacramento, CA 95819

 

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Needs List:

 

Adult Clothing (new or gently used)

·      Coats and jackets

·      Gloves

·      Pants, jeans, and leggings

·      Shirts and sweaters

 

Non-Perishable Food

·      Canned or dry soups

·      Rice

·      Canned beans

·      Granola bars

 

Personal Care items

·      Toothbrush

·      Body wash

·      Shampoo

·      Deodorant

 

 

Judy Nguyen takes full responsibility for the information posted. The information on this page represents that of Judy Nguyen and not that of California State University, Sacramento.