Our work has generated $66 million in economic activity across the state, supporting more than 320 jobs and contributing nearly $20 million in wages. This means more families with stable incomes, stronger local businesses, and communities that benefit from a healthier workforce and economy.

Each year, Indiana benefits from an estimated $4.1 million in reduced incarceration and public assistance costs, along with more than $7.2 million in new tax revenues generated by program graduates who are working, supporting their families, and contributing to the state’s economy.

The recidivism rate for our program participants is just 3%, compared to nearly 24% among the broader formerly incarcerated population. This dramatic difference shows how education, training, and real opportunities break the cycle of re-incarceration and create lasting change.

On average, each participant generates about $277,500 in annual economic activity and contributes more than $14,000 in net benefits to the state each year. This reflects reduced costs to taxpayers and increased economic contributions through stable employment and wages.

The economic impact is measured by combining the wages earned by program graduates, the jobs those wages support, the taxpayer savings from reduced incarceration and public benefits, and the ripple effect of that spending in local communities. Together, these factors add up to $66 million in annual impact for Indiana.