Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

April 9, 2025 at 4:11 PM

Take Action: Tell Congress to Fund DC

Dear John,  The Sentencing Project is proud to be headquartered in the District of Columbia. We’ve worked for decades to build a safer, stronger, and fairer city for all Washingtonians, featuring some of the most robust sentencing reform laws in the country.   But this progress is under threat. Las…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

April 4, 2025 at 6:46 PM

Big News! Maryland Lawmakers Pass Second Look Act!

Dear John,  Yesterday, Maryland lawmakers took a step towards justice by passing the Second Look Act, legislation that allows a judicial review of sentences after serving 20 years for those who committed their offense under the age of 25. This legislation recognizes what researchers, communities, …

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  Bill Underwood · [email protected]

April 1, 2025 at 2:01 PM

TMW - WEBINAR: Fight Mass Incarceration in the 119th Congress

Dear John,  Earlier this month, The Sentencing Project released a federal advocacy toolkit with our key legislative priorities for the 119th Congress. Join me on April 2, 2025, at 3 PM ET for a webinar to learn more about how you can take action to end extreme sentencing, expand voting rights, an…

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  Bill Underwood · [email protected]

March 25, 2025 at 2:59 PM

Join us! Fight Mass Incarceration in the 119th Congress

Dear John,  Earlier this month, The Sentencing Project released a federal advocacy toolkit with our key legislative priorities for the 119th Congress. Join me on April 2, 2025, at 3 PM ET for a webinar to learn more about how you can take action to end extreme sentencing, expand voting rights, and…

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  Liz Komar · [email protected]

March 21, 2025 at 3:42 PM

Webinar: Fighting Mass Incarceration in the 119th Congress

Dear John,  Earlier this month, The Sentencing Project released a federal advocacy toolkit with our key legislative priorities for the 119th Congress. Join me on April 2, 2025, at 3 PM ET for a webinar to learn more about how you can take action to end extreme sentencing, expand voting rights, and…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

March 19, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Webinar: Federal Reports Show Path to Youth Justice Reform

Dear John,  Last year marked the 50th anniversary of the federal Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act, a landmark piece of legislation that set minimum standards for the care of youth in juvenile justice systems.  Part of that law requires the federal Coordinating Council on Juvenile Ju…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

March 15, 2025 at 2:31 PM

Webinar: Federal Reports Show Path to Youth Justice Reform

Dear John,  Last year marked the 50th anniversary of the federal Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act, a landmark piece of legislation that set minimum standards for the care of youth in juvenile justice systems.  Part of that law requires the federal Coordinating Council on Juvenile Ju…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

March 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Webinar: Federal Reports Show Path to Youth Justice Reform

Dear John,  Last year marked the 50th anniversary of the federal Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act, a landmark piece of legislation that set minimum standards for the care of youth in juvenile justice systems.  Part of that law requires the federal Coordinating Council on Juvenile Ju…

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  Bill Underwood · [email protected]

March 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM

New Toolkit: Fighting Mass Incarceration in the 119th Congress

READ TOOLKIT Dear John,  Today, The Sentencing Project released a federal advocacy toolkit, where you’ll find our key legislative priorities for the 119th Congress across our campaigns to 1) end extreme sentencing, 2) expand voting rights, and 3) promote youth justice.  I know firsthand the import…

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

March 6, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Updated Privacy Policy

Dear John,  We're contacting you to let you know that we have updated our Privacy Policy.  The new Privacy Policy took effect on March 5th, so please take the time to review the updated version, available here. Here's a quick summary of the key changes:We've updated our Privacy Policy with the most …

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

March 5, 2025 at 3:11 PM

New Report: The Eugenic Origins of Three Strikes Laws

Dear John,  Today, The Sentencing Project released a new report titled “The Eugenic Origins of Three Strikes Laws: How ‘Habitual Offender’ Sentencing Laws Were Used as a Means of Sterilization," authored by Daniel Loehr, Associate Professor of Law at City University of New York School of Law. The …

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

February 26, 2025 at 3:00 PM

DEI will always be a critical part of our work

Dear John,  The Sentencing Project’s reputation, mission, and values rely upon our honest, facts-based representation of how race and bias influence justice system responses. In the United States, there is exorbitant racial and ethnic disparity throughout the criminal legal system that has created u…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

February 24, 2025 at 3:01 PM

WEBINAR: 1 in 6 people in prison are serving life sentences

Join us to discuss the growing number of people serving life sentences and hear from advocates fighting for reform. Dear John,  One in six people in prison – nearly 200,000 people nationwide – are serving life sentences, according to a new report by The Sentencing Project. Life imprisonment in the …

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

February 19, 2025 at 4:31 PM

Webinar: The Scope and Impact of Life and Long Term Imprisonment

Dear John,  One in six people in prison – nearly 200,000 people nationwide – are serving life sentences, according to a new report by The Sentencing Project. Life imprisonment in the United States has proven to be a deeply flawed crime control method that disproportionately impacts communities of …

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

February 12, 2025 at 7:53 PM

Webinar: The Scope and Impact of Life and Long Term Imprisonment

Dear John,  One in six people in prison – nearly 200,000 people nationwide – are serving life sentences, according to a new report by The Sentencing Project. Life imprisonment in the United States has proven to be a deeply flawed crime control method that disproportionately impacts communities of …

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

January 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM

The Sentencing Project is hiring!

The Sentencing Project is hiring a Second Look Network Director! JOB OPPORTUNITY: SECOND LOOK NETWORK DIRECTORThe Sentencing ProjectWashington, DC  The Sentencing Project is seeking a Director to lead its Second Look Network. The Second Look Network provides support to lawyers and their defense tea…

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

January 8, 2025 at 3:10 PM

New Report: 1 in 6 people in prison is serving a life sentence

Report reveals 68% increase in people serving life without parole since 2003, the largest number ever.John,   Today, The Sentencing Project has released a report, A Matter of Life: The Scope and Impact of Life and Long-Term Imprisonment in the United States, finding that one in six people in prison …

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

January 1, 2025 at 6:01 PM

Happy new year, John xxxxxx!

Grateful to have you as a part of our community. Happy new year, John! As we look back on the last year and look forward to the year ahead, I am immensely grateful for caring people like you.  We know the path ahead can seem uncertain — but one thing remains: The Sentencing Project will continue t…

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

January 1, 2025 at 12:00 AM

[LAST CHANCE] Make 3X the impact before midnight

Donate nowJohn — I couldn’t let the ball drop without checking in one final time: Will you make your year-end gift and make 3X the impact before midnight? With your support, 2025 will be another year of advancing groundbreaking research, transformative advocacy, and widespread public education, dri…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 31, 2024 at 7:01 PM

⏰ Time is running out to make 3X the impact

Give before midnight.                                                           As a nonprofit organization, The Sentencing Project relies on the generosity of our community to power our work. The research, advocacy, and public education we contribute to the movement to end mass incarceration are …

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

December 31, 2024 at 3:02 PM

[MIDNIGHT DEADLINE] Make 3X the impact before the new year

Midnight deadline. John, The criminal legal system is broken and needs urgent reform. With your support, we’ve shifted the narrative on crime and punishment, reduced overreliance on incarceration, and offered hope to incarcerated loved ones and their families.  But John, there’s more work to be d…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 30, 2024 at 4:02 PM

John , you've been upgraded!

Gifts now 3X MATCHED Great news, John: Because you’re one of our most dedicated supporters, we’re upgrading your match offer!   That means that your gift will now go 3X as far to advance groundbreaking research, transformative advocacy, and widespread public education, driving us closer to achievin…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 27, 2024 at 5:02 PM

John’s 2X matching gift:

PENDING John, we were just going over our records and it looks like you haven’t taken advantage of this opportunity to have your gift go 2X as far. Is that right?    Please take a moment to review the information below and then make your gift before Tuesday’s deadline. Every gift will be matched 2X…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 23, 2024 at 3:02 PM

Giving HOPE this holiday season

John,  Too many families have been torn apart by mass incarceration, a fact that is especially devastating during the holiday season.   But thanks to the support of this community, we have made great strides over the last year toward our goal of ending mass incarceration and uniting more families. …

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

December 20, 2024 at 3:29 PM

Top Trends in Criminal Legal Reform, 2024

John,  Criminal legal reform trends in 2024 were divergent at a time when politicians used punitive-sounding talking points to move voters fearful of a recent uptick in crime. Despite challenges, advocates saw some success in advancing reform this year.  Top Trends in Criminal Justice Reform, 2024…

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

December 19, 2024 at 3:01 PM

I hope I can count on you, John

2X Match for 2X the impact John,  Recently, I’ve talked with a lot of people who are worried about what the new year will mean for our movement.   I won’t lie: The path ahead will be hard.  But The Sentencing Project has never backed down from a challenge, and with you by our side, we never will.  …

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 16, 2024 at 8:13 PM

STARTING NOW...

Your gift goes 2X as far. John, over the course of this year, your support has helped The Sentencing Project fight to end mass incarceration. Your generosity has advanced groundbreaking research, transformative advocacy, and widespread public education.   We’re so grateful for your compassion and c…

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  Liz Komar · [email protected]

December 13, 2024 at 4:05 PM

Take Action: Tell President Biden to Reunite Families

John,  Since 2021, The Sentencing Project and our allies have urged the White House to commute the sentences of individuals on CARES Act home confinement to protect thousands of individuals from being needlessly returned to federal prison. This week, that advocacy was successful: President Biden a…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

December 11, 2024 at 3:01 PM

New Report: How Misinformation is Undermining Youth Justice Policy in Baltimore

John,  The Sentencing Project today released a report, The Real Cost of ‘Bad News’: How Misinformation is Undermining Youth Justice Policy in Baltimore, revealing how media reporting on youth crime is misleading city residents and fueling poor public policy.   The report, which examines coverage by…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 6, 2024 at 9:01 PM

This 3X match deadline won’t be extended again

Please, don't wait! John, we wanted to reach out one last time before this special 3X match extension offer expires at midnight tonight: Can we count on you to make a Giving Tuesday gift while it can still go THREE TIMES as far to power the movement for a fair and humane criminal justice system that…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 5, 2024 at 6:04 PM

Missed Giving Tuesday? You can still make 3X the difference

We need your help to build a more fair and effective criminal legal system. Great news, John: If you didn't get a chance to take advantage of our Giving Tuesday match opportunity, it's not too late!  To make sure you can maximize the power of your gift, we’re extending our Giving Tuesday match…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 4, 2024 at 3:01 PM

[NEW] 3X match extension for John

But only for a limited time. 3X Match EXTENDEDThis is your second chance to have your gift TRIPLED.Donate now to help end mass incarceration and give someone a second chance. DONATE NOW As a nonprofit organization, The Sentencing Project relies on the generosity of our community to power our work.…

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

December 4, 2024 at 2:02 AM

[LAST CHANCE] Make 3X the impact before midnight ⏰

Put facts over fear by supporting The Sentencing Project this Giving Tuesday. Our fundraising team just gave me an update on our Giving Tuesday numbers, and I had to reach out right away. Hundreds of supporters have pitched in so far today, but I don’t see your name on the list yet. Is this right, J…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 3, 2024 at 10:01 PM

This Giving Tuesday, support facts over fear (3X match inside!)

There are just a few hours left before this special offer expires. John — With just a few hours left before Giving Tuesday ends, it looks like you haven’t taken advantage of our incredible 3X match offer yet.  Will you take a moment to review the information below and then make your gift before toni…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 3, 2024 at 6:02 PM

[3X Match] Help create a justice system that works for us all

Until midnight, your Giving Tuesday donation will go 3X AS FAR! As a nonprofit organization, The Sentencing Project relies on the generosity of our community to power our work. The research, advocacy, and public education we contribute to the movement to end mass incarceration are only possible wit…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 3, 2024 at 1:03 PM

This Giving Tuesday, help end mass incarceration

Make 3X the impact before midnight. John, if you believe in justice for all, choose to support urgent reform this Giving Tuesday.  When you donate to The Sentencing Project today, your gift will have 3X the impact to help end mass incarceration and promote racial justice. Don’t wait: Until midnight…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 2, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Starting Now: Your gift 3X MATCHED!

Celebrate Giving Tuesday with The Sentencing Project. Dear John,  Starting Now: Your gift 3X MATCHED! Ahead of this global day of giving, join us in the fight to end mass incarceration. Make your early Giving Tuesday gift to help us get off to a strong start. 3X MATCH MY GIFT As a nonprofit organi…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

November 26, 2024 at 3:02 PM

John, pledge to support facts over fears

Together, we can make our communities safer and stronger John — If you were to turn on the news right now, you’d probably see some talking-head decrying the “epidemic of crime,” stoking people’s fears and turning communities against one another instead of making our communities safer and stronger. M…

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

November 6, 2024 at 7:01 PM

Hope is power.

Dear John, There’s no question: It’s an emotional day for our country. It’s been a long election cycle, and Americans in every corner of our nation are processing the results.    As with any transition of power, there is plenty of uncertainty ahead. But we do know two things for sure.   First, progr…

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  Ashley Nellis · [email protected]

October 24, 2024 at 6:04 PM

16 years of service

Hi John,  It is with deep appreciation for colleagues and the criminal legal reform community that I announce that I am leaving my post as Co-Director of Research at The Sentencing Project after 16 fulfilling years with the organization. Nazgol Ghandnoosh will assume the role of Director of Research…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

October 18, 2024 at 4:08 PM

ICYMI - NYT Op-ed: States Are Finally Giving People Released from Prison a Fundamental Right

Hi John,  This week, the Nebraska Supreme Court ruled in favor of upholding a recently passed state law – Legislative Bill 20 (LB 20) –  that restores voting rights upon completion of a sentence, including any parole term, eliminating the state’s 2-year waiting period.   In the opinion section of t…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

October 15, 2024 at 3:54 PM

TMW: Webinar highlights new data on number of people with felony convictions banned from voting

New report highlights the impact of felony disenfranchisement laws RSVP HERE John,  The Sentencing Project will host a webinar to discuss the findings of its newly released report, “Locked Out 2024: Estimates of People Denied Voting Rights Due to a Felony Conviction,” which provides updated resear…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

October 13, 2024 at 2:01 PM

WEBINAR: Learn which states ban people with felony convictions from voting

New report highlights the impact of felony disenfranchisement laws RSVP HERE John,  The Sentencing Project will host a webinar to discuss the findings of its newly released report, “Locked Out 2024: Estimates of People Denied Voting Rights Due to a Felony Conviction,” which provides updated resear…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

October 11, 2024 at 6:22 PM

Webinar: 4 Million Americans Barred from Voting in Upcoming Election

New report highlights the impact of felony disenfranchisement laws RSVP HERE John,  The Sentencing Project will host a webinar to discuss the findings of its newly released report, “Locked Out 2024: Estimates of People Denied Voting Rights Due to a Felony Conviction,” which provides updated resear…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

October 10, 2024 at 2:01 PM

New Report: 4 Million Americans Denied Voting Rights Due to Felony Convictions

Report highlights persistent racial disparities and the nationwide impact of felony voting bans John,  A new report from The Sentencing Project, “Locked Out 2024: Estimates of People Denied Voting Rights Due to a Felony Conviction” found that 4 million Americans will be unable to vote in the upcomi…

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

October 7, 2024 at 7:36 PM

The Sentencing Project is hiring!

The Sentencing Project is hiring a Development Director. JOB OPPORTUNITY: DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORThe Sentencing ProjectWashington, DC  The Sentencing Project (TSP) seeks a dynamic fundraising professional to help lead the organization as its next Development Director (DD). The ideal candidate will be a…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

October 6, 2024 at 12:28 PM

⏰ Final hours of our apparel sale

Get yours before the sale ends Hey [First name or “there”],  Today is your last chance to take advantage of our weekend apparel sale! We’re wrapping up this weekend’s event so you have just a few hours left to shop our tees, long-sleeve shirts, crewneck sweaters, and hoodies. Sale ends tonight >…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

October 5, 2024 at 2:58 PM

Only 1 day left to shop our apparel sale ⏳

Time is running out! There’s just 1 day left to grab your tees, long-sleeve shirts, crewneck sweaters, and hoodies from our weekend-long sale. Don’t miss your chance to gear up and make a powerful impact on the movement to end mass incarceration. Shop before the sale ends on October 6 >> E…

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  The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

October 3, 2024 at 11:58 AM

Gear up for change🍃: announcing our weekend apparel sale!

Stay warm and make a difference this weekend! Dear John,  As the weather starts to cool down, it's the perfect time to update your wardrobe—and make a difference at the same time!  This weekend, we’re launching a special sale for our apparel: tees, long-sleeve shirts, crewneck sweaters, and hoodies…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

October 1, 2024 at 2:07 PM

Correcting Misconceptions About Youth Crime in Baltimore

John,  Throughout the country, we have seen media reports in various jurisdictions claiming that youth crime is out of control or higher than ever. Much of this false narrative is driven by the media who often ignore or misunderstand the data as well as officials who support punitive measures. In a …

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