Financial Assistance in Re-entry on Cape Cod
A hand up not a handout
After serving periods of incarceration, men and women returning to our communities face an array of daunting challenges. Potential employers may refuse or be reluctant to hire formerly incarcerated individuals. Finding housing is another challenge, as many landlords require a criminal background check and certain felony convictions preclude eligibility for Section 8 or other housing assistance. Formerly incarcerated people may also find it difficult to access basic health care services and other benefits. If an individual can’t obtain these necessities, it’s more likely that he or she will return to prison.
Ready to take the next step?
FAIR can help! The ideal candidate for our loan program is a formerly incarcerated person with both financial need and a clear plan for achieving personal success. Our loan funds helps people going through re-entry to overcome the financial barriers to obtaining a license, job, residence, and other essentials for a successful return to their community.
Improving the lives of people who were previously incarcerated through lending and community support.
FAIR helps recently released individuals legitimately overcome their financial barriers and get resettled in their communities by providing low-interest loans. Repaid principal and interest are reinvested, which increases our capacity to serve more individuals.
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Help our impact grow. Join FAIR in our efforts to disrupt the cycle of poverty and incarceration. Your donation helps provide people with access to the capital and support that will give them a chance to rebuild their lives.
Together we can make a difference. One person at a time. We are grateful to The Fountain Fund for their guidance and support.
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