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February 17, 2023 at 4:16 PM

Juvenile Hall Book Drive

Juvenile Hall Book Drive Dear John, We’re excited to share that ARC has launched a book drive in honor of Black History Month. We are collecting soft-covered books written by Black authors to distribute to youth housed in three Los Angeles-based juvenil…

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February 7, 2023 at 5:43 PM

Sincerely with Sam Lewis: New Live Show Launches Today

Sincerely with Sam Lewis: New Live Show Launches Today Sincerely with Sam Lewis is a new show presented by ARC Dear John,  Today, ARC is launching a new bi-weekly chat series and podcast, SINCERELY with Sam Lewis! The show will be live tod…

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January 29, 2023 at 3:59 PM

Statement on the Memphis Police Killing of Tyre Nichols

Statement on the Memphis Police Killing of Tyre Nichols When horrors like this are brought to light, ARC holds tight to its community, and hopes to bring one another healing STATEMENT ON THE MEMPHIS POLICE KILLING OF TYRE NICHOLS We are enraged and sa…

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January 12, 2023 at 10:30 PM

America: A Nation of Second Chances

America: A Nation of Second Chances Dear John, In ARC’s ongoing effort to end mass incarceration and change the narrative around criminal legal reform and the importance of second chances, I appeared on Sunday Night in America with Trey Gowdy on Fox Ne…

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January 6, 2023 at 6:59 PM

Thank you and Happy New Year from ARC!

Thank you and Happy New Year from ARC! Happy 2023 as we continue the work, together!  Happy New Year, John!   On behalf of all ARC staff and Members, thank YOU for your passion and commitment to justice reform! We are grateful for your support of our w…

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December 31, 2022 at 9:59 PM

2022 in Review

2022 in Review We hope you'll keep ARC top of mind today with your gifts!  Dear John, As 2022 comes to an end, I’m reflecting on what this year has meant for the ARC community. I am pleased that we were able to reinstate constant prison visits and res…

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December 12, 2022 at 9:34 PM

Good News...

Good News... We hope you'll keep ARC top of mind today with your gifts!  Dear John,  It is with great joy that we announce that California has reduced its prison population and will close a second state prison in an effort to cut the state's $14.2 bill…

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December 10, 2022 at 7:40 PM

Thinking of those inside on Human Rights Day

Thinking of those inside on Human Rights Day We hope you'll keep ARC top of mind today with your gifts!  Dear Friend,  Human Rights Day is celebrated every year on December 10th and was established in 1948 to commemorate the need to continue striving tow…

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November 29, 2022 at 7:26 PM

Bring Hope and Redemption This Giving Tuesday!

Bring Hope and Redemption This Giving Tuesday! We hope you'll keep ARC top of mind today with your gifts!  Happy Giving Tuesday, John! Today represents the most philanthropic day of the year, will you join us in celebrating by m…

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November 23, 2022 at 3:14 PM

This Thanksgiving, we're thankful for YOU

This Thanksgiving, we're thankful for YOU John, we’re one week away from Giving Tuesday! This year, you can help ARC achieve our goals of ending mass incarceration, providing reentry support for formerly incarcerated people, and pas…

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November 21, 2022 at 9:12 PM

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week Dear John, On the heels of National Apprenticeship Week, we celebrate our Second Chance Apprenticeship Program, which creates a pathway for formerly incarcerated people to obtain a career in …

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November 10, 2022 at 2:54 AM

YOU Make Our Votes Matter

YOU Make Our Votes Matter Dear John, People from around the country cast their ballots yesterday and we want to uplift our members who voted -- many for the first time. Proposition 17 amended the Constitution of California to all…

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October 1, 2022 at 4:04 PM

VICTORY! Gov. Newsom Signs 2022 Reforms Into Law.

VICTORY! Gov. Newsom Signs 2022 Reforms Into Law. The CA legislative season is over and here are some of the key new laws affecting our people! Dear John,  We’re thrilled to announce that California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed our 2022…

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September 17, 2022 at 12:02 AM

NEW: ARC’s Latest Impact Report

NEW: ARC’s Latest Impact Report We are so pleased to share our latest Impact Report, which provides an in-depth overview of how we’ve made a difference in the lives of thousands. Dear John,  We are so pleased to share our latest Impact Re…

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August 16, 2022 at 2:20 AM

Check out the new ARC Website!

Check out the new ARC Website! Click to view our new website, which showcases our work of hope and redemption.  Dear John,  We are so happy to share with you our new website, now LIVE at antirecidivism.org. On the home page, you’ll see a …

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July 18, 2022 at 9:39 PM

NFL Presents: Advancing A More Equitable Workforce - July 25

NFL Presents: Advancing A More Equitable Workforce - July 25 ARC and Per Scholas will be featured in this NFL Inspire Change event on workforce development on July 25 On Monday, July 25, 2022 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM Eastern, join the Nati…

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July 8, 2022 at 8:48 PM

ARC Statement on Overturning of Roe v. Wade

ARC Statement on Overturning of Roe v. Wade Read our statement on how our community is affected by the recent Supreme Court decision Dear John,  We are enraged at the recent Supreme Court decision (Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization) to overtu…

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May 8, 2022 at 10:24 PM

Boundless: Mothers in Freedom

Boundless: Mothers in Freedom Check out our collaborative photo project highlighting ARC mothers this Mother's Day.  Dear John,  Happy Mother’s Day to all incarcerated mothers and those mothers who have returned hom…

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May 3, 2022 at 12:17 AM

Second Chance Month roundtable at the White House - featuring an ARC Member!

Second Chance Month roundtable at the White House - featuring an ARC Member! Dear John, We are excited to announce that last week, ARC Member James Morgan Jr., was among six formerly incarcerated individuals at a virtual roundtable wit…

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April 26, 2022 at 10:16 PM

ACTION ALERT: Tell your Senator to pass the TVPRA

ACTION ALERT: Tell your Senator to pass the TVPRA Tell your senators to pass the TVPRA and end life without parole for children in the federal system Dear John, Action Alert   TELL YOUR SENATORS TO PASS THE TVPRA AND END LIFE WITHOUT PAROLE FOR CHILDREN …

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April 13, 2022 at 10:06 PM

Join us TOMORROW for Shaka Senghor's "Letters to the Sons of Society" event

Join us TOMORROW for Shaka Senghor's "Letters to the Sons of Society" event Dear John, TOMORROW is our community celebration of former Executive Director Shaka Senghor's newest book, Letters to the Sons of Society at the California African American Museu…

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April 11, 2022 at 4:20 PM

ARC Advocacy: Defending Our Gains in a New Era

ARC Advocacy: Defending Our Gains in a New Era  Every Tuesday during the last month, formerly incarcerated ARC members from across the state called in to voice their opposition to misguided bills. Executive Director Sam Lewis testifies in opposition…

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April 8, 2022 at 2:55 AM

ONE WEEK AWAY: ARC'S community activation event at the CAAM

ONE WEEK AWAY: ARC'S community activation event at the CAAM Dear John, I am pleased to invite you to the community celebration of former Executive Director Shaka Senghor's newest book, Letters to the Sons of Society. We invite you to join us for a live r…

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March 29, 2022 at 9:26 PM

Join us on April 14th for our community activation event!

Join us on April 14th for our community activation event! Dear John, I am pleased to invite you to the community celebration of former Executive Director Shaka Senghor's newest book, Letters to the Sons of Society. We invite you to join us for a live rea…

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February 12, 2022 at 1:16 AM

Inspiring change with the NFL + Place4Grace

Inspiring change with the NFL + Place4Grace Dear John, On Monday, ARC staff and I had the honor to be a part of a truly inspiring event with the NFL's Inspire Change Initiative and fellow justice reform organization, Place4Grace.   Over the last few mo…

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February 9, 2022 at 2:28 AM

Funder Spotlight: Women Helping Youth

Funder Spotlight: Women Helping Youth Dear John, We want to give a special thank you to Women Helping Youth for their generous donation to our Youth Mentorship Program! Women Helping Youth (WHY) is a philanthropic organization committed to improving the …

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January 19, 2022 at 5:53 AM

Our voting rights are under attack

Our voting rights are under attack Dear John, Please take the time to read the letter I penned to Martin Luther King Jr. urging us all to take time and reflect about the importance of protecting our voting rights. Dear Dr.…

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January 1, 2022 at 12:52 AM

Don't miss your chance to make a tax-deductible donation before 2022!

Don't miss your chance to make a tax-deductible donation before 2022! John - I hope you are spending the last day of this year healthy, happy, and with loved ones. As 2021 comes to a close, I’m thinking – as always – of my incarcerated brothers and siste…

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December 31, 2021 at 6:48 AM

ARC's 2021 accomplishments

ARC's 2021 accomplishments John - Thank you for being an ARC ally—I am so proud of what we have accomplished with your support in 2021. I hope you will consider making a gift before this year comes to a close to set us up for success in the coming year. …

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December 30, 2021 at 5:01 AM

This holiday season I'm thinking of those who are incarcerated

This holiday season I'm thinking of those who are incarcerated Dear John, Our incarcerated community members are top of mind for me during the holiday season and we enter a new year. I vividly remember how it felt to be inside during this time – the holi…

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December 17, 2021 at 4:59 PM

ARC made The Giving List and we need your help to fuel our work

ARC made The Giving List and we need your help to fuel our work Dear John, We are thrilled to announce our inclusion in The Giving List Los Angeles.   Los Angeles is home to thousands of nonprofits. The Giving List team consulted with leaders across p…

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December 15, 2021 at 8:10 PM

TONIGHT AT 5PM: "America's Justice Reform Policies: Where We've Been and Where We're Headed"

TONIGHT AT 5PM: "America's Justice Reform Policies: Where We've Been and Where We're Headed"  Dear John, I'm reaching out to make sure you saw the below invitation to join us tonight at our "America's Justice Reform Policies: Where We've Been and Where W…

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December 11, 2021 at 12:44 AM

"America's Justice Reform Policies: Where We've Been and Where We're Headed" on 12/15

"America's Justice Reform Policies: Where We've Been and Where We're Headed" on 12/15 Dear John, I'm writing to extend an invitation to ARC's exclusive "Where We've Been and Where We're Headed: America's Justice Reform Policies" virtual event on December…

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December 3, 2021 at 3:25 AM

ARC Member to ARC Staff: Jose's story

ARC Member to ARC Staff: Jose's story Dear John, On Tuesday, I wrote to you and shared the moving story of Aaron Franklin, one of my friends and an ARC Member. I believe that sharing stories of those who are formerly incarcerated, like myself and 75% of …

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November 30, 2021 at 11:59 PM

[WATCH] Aaron's beautiful story of family reunification

[WATCH] Aaron's beautiful story of family reunification On #GivingTuesday, I am honored to share "Opening Doors," a video of fellow ARC member Aaron Franklin detailing his journey of family reunification. Dear John, ARC op…

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October 1, 2021 at 12:37 AM

Not everyone is going back to school

Not everyone is going back to school  Dear John, September often evokes feelings of new beginnings and fresh starts: It’s back to school season for students and families, the leaves are changing, and we’re making plans for the holidays.  Unfortunately, …

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September 15, 2021 at 7:29 PM

Statement from ARC on California Gubernatorial Recall Results

Statement from ARC on California Gubernatorial Recall Results Dear John,    Californians have cast their votes, resoundingly reaffirming their commitment to a more restorative and rehabilitative California. As ballots continue to come in an…

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September 10, 2021 at 2:14 PM

TODAY! Join us live at 12pm PT to hear from first time voters!

TODAY! Join us live at 12pm PT to hear from first time voters! Tune in this afternoon as we highlight the restoration of voting rights for our community members ahead of the CA Recall Election.  Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon …

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September 8, 2021 at 11:11 PM

FRIDAY: First time CA voters using their voice by voting.

FRIDAY: First time CA voters using their voice by voting. Tune in this Friday as we highlight the restoration of voting rights for our community members ahead of the CA Recall Election.  Dear John,  Please join us this Friday September 1…

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August 27, 2021 at 5:29 PM

TODAY: ARC welcomes Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber to discuss the CA Recall Election

TODAY: ARC welcomes Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber to discuss the CA Recall Election Tune in this afternoon to learn more about this CA Gubernatorial Recall Election Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon at 1pm as our host and …

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August 26, 2021 at 12:08 AM

This Labor Day, host a cookout to end slavery.

This Labor Day, host a cookout to end slavery. Host a cookout with family & friends to tell them about the fight to end slavery! Dear John,  Labor Day is around the corner! As many of us prepare to take a break from work to spend time…

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August 6, 2021 at 4:43 PM

DON'T MISS IT: 12pm: Hope and Redemption Team goes statewide!

DON'T MISS IT: 12pm: Hope and Redemption Team goes statewide! Tune in this afternoon to hear about how we're spreading hope & redemption throughout California  Dear John,  Join us this afternoon at 12pm PST as our host and Executive …

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August 3, 2021 at 4:54 PM

LINK CORRECTION: Join us as we bring Hope and Redemption to 31 CDCR Institutions

LINK CORRECTION: Join us as we bring Hope and Redemption to 31 CDCR Institutions Tune in this Friday to hear about how we're spreading hope & redemption throughout California  CORRECTION: A previous version of this email had an incorr…

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August 3, 2021 at 1:14 AM

FRIDAY @ 12pm: Hope and Redemption Team goes statewide!

FRIDAY @ 12pm: Hope and Redemption Team goes statewide! Tune in this Friday to hear about how we're spreading hope & redemption throughout California  Dear John,  Please join us this Friday August 6th at 12pm PST as our host and Exec…

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July 23, 2021 at 1:00 PM

TODAY @ 12pm: Back to School: Higher Education During Incarceration & Reentry

TODAY @ 12pm: Back to School: Higher Education During Incarceration & Reentry Tune in this afternoon we shed light on higher education for our formerly and currently incarcerated community members. Dear John,  Please join us this aft…

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July 14, 2021 at 12:30 AM

ARC’s Hope and Redemption Team to Expand to 31 CDCR Prisons

ARC’s Hope and Redemption Team to Expand to 31 CDCR Prisons CA budget includes funding for rehabilitative programming, elimination of fees, funding for survivors and victims of crime. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 13, 2021 Contact: Nicholas R…

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July 9, 2021 at 2:00 PM

TODAY @ 12pm: ARC, 2nd Call, and Barrios Unidos on Rehabilitative Programming

TODAY @ 12pm: ARC, 2nd Call, and Barrios Unidos on Rehabilitative Programming Tune in this afternoon to learn how rehabilitative programming makes institutions safer for all. Dear John,  Please join us this afternoon at 12pm PST as our h…

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July 8, 2021 at 1:23 AM

FRIDAY @ 12pm: Creating Safer Institutions w/ Rehabilitative Programming

FRIDAY @ 12pm: Creating Safer Institutions w/ Rehabilitative Programming Tune in this Friday to learn how rehabilitative programming makes institutions safer for all. Dear John,  Please join us this Friday July 9th at 12pm PST as our hos…

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July 6, 2021 at 10:16 PM

Episode 1 of FREE WORLD, An ARC Original Podcast, Now Available!

Episode 1 of FREE WORLD, An ARC Original Podcast, Now Available! FREE WORLD is a podcast about women reconstructing their lives after incarceration. Dear John,  The debut episode of FREE WORLD, ARC’s first original audio podcast, is avai…

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July 3, 2021 at 12:10 AM

Coming Tuesday! FREE WORLD: An ARC Original Podcast

Coming Tuesday! FREE WORLD: An ARC Original Podcast FREE WORLD is a podcast about women reconstructing their lives after incarceration. Dear John,  We are thrilled to announce ARC is launching FREE WORLD, our first original audio podcast…

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