The Reaching and Educating for Community Hope Foundation

The Reaching and Educating for Community Hope (RECH) Foundation is a U.S. nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting individuals and families impacted by crime and incarceration. It operates with a focus on successful reintegration and reducing recidivism, providing comprehensive support to formerly incarcerated individuals.

Mission and Vision

The mission of the RECH Foundation is to help individuals and families affected by crime and incarceration. The organization values Bibliocentric principles, good stewardship of resources, dignity and respect for all people, diversity, inclusion, equity, and equality. Its vision is to create a thriving and sustainable community that includes those impacted by crime and incarceration.

Founders

The RECH Foundation was founded by Pauline and Frederick Rogers, who drew inspiration from their own experiences with incarceration. Their journey is marked by resilience and a shared vision for change, aiming to break the cycle of recidivism by providing educational initiatives, vocational training, counseling, and community engagement.

Programs and Services

• Reentry Campus: The Pauline & Frederick Rogers Reentry Campus is a key facility that provides a structured environment for reintegration. It offers holistic support to help formerly incarcerated individuals become productive members of society.
• Wendy Hatcher S.A.F.E. Home: Located on the Reentry Campus, this facility supports the reintegration process.
• M.O.R.E. (Mississippi Offender Reentry Establishment): This initiative focuses on employment, life skills, social skills training, leadership training, coaching, mentoring, and workforce development.
• Letter Campaign: Aims to provide support to incarcerated individuals by sending messages of hope and love.
• Census Outreach: Advocates for the importance of being counted in the U.S. Census to ensure fair access to social services.

Impact

The RECH Foundation has achieved significant success in helping over 17,000 individuals reintegrate into society. Its approach has been effective in supporting those transitioning out of incarceration, including providing housing and employment opportunities. The organization's commitment to creating a society that welcomes second chances is evident in its community engagement and educational programs.