Grants for Released Prisoners

Last updated October 22, 2026

Grantable tracks 102 active grants for released prisoners in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 54 list an award amount, with a median of $147K.

Grants tracked: 102; from 84 funders
Median award: $147K; middle half $10K–$908K
Total listed funding: $38.2M; across 54 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 4; 3 with a published date

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Training to Work 3 – Adult Reentry Goodwill Industries of Northwest Ohio Inc · Foundation Not published · $1.4M Provides training, case management, mentoring and employment services to incarcerated adults transitioning back into the community.	Not published	$1.4M
JL Scholarship Fund Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jewish Community Foundation was established in 1967 by dedicated leaders who envisioned a sustained future for the San Diego Jewish community.	Not published	Varies
Probation Services Maryland Department of Juvenile Services · State Not published · Varies To provide supervision, guidance and counseling for youth and their families under conditions set forth by the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services and/or Juvenile Court.	Not published	Varies
JPF Principal Grant Program RFP The Jacques Pepin Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Jacques Pepin Foundation (JPF) is dedicated to advancing culinary arts education by supporting community kitchens that provide culinary training to individuals facing employment barriers.	Not published	Up to $10K
CoreCivic Foundation Grant The Corecivic Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CoreCivic Foundation Grant aims to support nonprofit organizations that help former offenders, victims of crime, and underserved youth.	Not published	Varies
PAPIS: Virginia Prisoner Reentry Program Department of Criminal Justice Services · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
L.I.T.T.Y. Book & Writers Club The College and Community Fellowship Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A transformative writing program designed to help women find their voice, share their personal stories, and develop the skills to become published authors.	Not published	Varies
Wilson Foundation: Engage Grant The Huey & Angelina Wilson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wilson Foundation's Engage Grant aims to foster collaboration within the community, addressing critical needs through cooperative approaches.	Not published	Varies
Provide Peer Support Services in Todd County Grant Minnesota Department of Human Services · Foundation Not published · $300K Peer support services in Todd County aim to assist individuals recovering from substance use and mental health conditions, especially those transitioning from incarceration.	Not published	$300K
Dream Beyond Bars Leadership Institute Communities United for Restorative Youth · Foundation Not published · Varies A condensed organizing program that equips participants with the knowledge and skills to be leaders in the Dream Beyond Bars campaign for Alameda County to invest in alternatives to youth incarceration.	Not published	Varies
THRIVE Technical Assistance Program The College and Community Fellowship Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A national technical assistance program that supports successful reentry for people with criminal justice histories.	Not published	Varies
Post-Incarceration Humanities Partnership (PIHP) New York Council for the Humanities · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K A cohort-based program that supports organizations incorporating the humanities into their work serving formerly incarcerated individuals and their families.	Not published	Up to $25K
Breaking Barriers — Addressing Recidivism and Homelessness California Education Assistance Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Libraries Transform Communities: Engagement Grant American Library Association (ALA) · Foundation Not published · $2K The Libraries Transform Communities Engagement Grant, provided by the American Library Association, aims to support innovative community engagement projects in libraries.	Not published	$2K
Youth Reentry Support Grant City of Boston · State Not published · Up to $250K The Youth Reentry Support Grant, offered by the City of Boston, aims to empower organizations that provide mentorship, skills training, and health programs for justice-involved youth aged 14-21.	Not published	Up to $250K
Job Opportunities for Building Success Grant New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $1M The purpose of Job Opportunities for Building Success is to provide services for Justice-impacted individuals whose workforce conditions have impeded their successful reentry into the community.	Not published	Up to $1M
SMUD Shine Program Award Nextgen Climate America Inc · Foundation Not published · $63K	Not published	$63K
HIRE Grant The Chamber of the Chino Valley · Foundation Not published · $319K The HIRE Grant Program is designed to help businesses hire and train justice-involved individuals while reducing employment costs.	Not published	$319K
Assembly Cohort Program (Maps to Manifest) Recess Activities Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Founded in 2016, Assembly offers system-impacted young people aged 18-26 an inroad to art and connections to working artists, while serving as an alternative to incarceration.	Not published	Varies
Reentry Support Fund Last Prisoner Project · Foundation Not published · Varies Applicants must meet ALL of the following criteria: Based on grant recipient examples, funding has supported: Since 2020, LPP has distributed over $600,000 in grant funding. For those not enrolled with LPP during incarceration:	Not published	Varies
Innovation RFA - Alternatives to Incarceration and Re-Entry Services and Interventions Grant New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services · Foundation Not published · $250K – $1M The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services is launching an Innovation RFA to support Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI) and Re-Entry Services.	Not published	$250K – $1M
Basic Needs and Income Creation Grant Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bank of America Charitable Foundation focuses on improving economic mobility and social progress through partnerships with nonprofits. It prioritizes basic needs, income creation, stable housing, and community empowerment.	Not published	Varies
Learning Bridge Scholarship Grant Learning Bridge Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $20K The Learning Bridge Foundation aims to empower individuals caught in poverty and discrimination by providing scholarships for education and job training.	Not published	$3K – $20K
Smart Justice Spark Grants The Michelson 20MM Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Michelson Smart Justice Initiative offers Smart Justice Spark Grants aimed at reducing recidivism and supporting the re-entry of system-impacted individuals through enhanced access to education and employment.	Not published	Up to $25K

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About grants for released prisoners

Grants for reentry support help formerly incarcerated individuals rebuild their lives through employment, housing, education, and behavioral health services. The Department of Justice's Second Chance Act is the primary federal funding source, with additional support from DOL, HHS, and foundations committed to criminal justice reform.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for released prisoners award?

Of the 102 grants for released prisoners Grantable lists as of October 22, 2026, 54 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $147K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $908K. The largest is $7.5M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for released prisoners?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are The College and Community Fellowship Inc (7), Nextgen Climate America Inc (3), 4-CT Corp (2), Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc (2), and California Board of State and Community Corrections (2). In all, 84 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for released prisoners due?

Of 102 grants listed, 4 accept applications on a rolling basis, 3 have a published upcoming deadline, 25 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 70 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What services do reentry grants typically fund?

Common funded services include job training and placement, transitional housing, substance abuse treatment, mental health counseling, family reunification services, education and GED programs, mentoring, legal services, and transportation assistance. The most effective grants fund comprehensive, wrap-around services rather than single interventions.

Can faith-based organizations get reentry grants?

Yes. Faith-based organizations are major providers of reentry services and are eligible for federal Second Chance Act grants and DOL reentry programs. The White House Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships supports this work. Many faith-based organizations partner with government-funded programs to provide mentoring, housing, and support services.

What foundations fund criminal justice reform?

Major funders include Arnold Ventures, the Ford Foundation, Open Society Foundations, Charles Koch Foundation, and the MacArthur Foundation (Safety and Justice Challenge). The Vera Institute of Justice and the Council of State Governments Justice Center are both funders and technical assistance providers in the reentry space.

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