Our Four Core Services
Identifications - We partner with Just Do It Movement to provide assistance with all vital records (drivers license, birth certificates, and social security which are needed for employment, healthcare and housing.
Healthcare - We partner with Care Ring to provide access to quality healthcare and low to no cost health insurance specifically tailored for our clients.
Employment - We partner with Erika's Closet to provide access to employment readiness classes, skills training, technology training and referrals to our second chance employers.
Housing and Case Management - We provide temporary and emergency housing solutions and assist with permanent housing placements on a case by case basis. Additionally, those who have secured housing are eligible for further case management services.
Healthcare - We partner with Care Ring to provide access to quality healthcare and low to no cost health insurance specifically tailored for our clients.
Employment - We partner with Erika's Closet to provide access to employment readiness classes, skills training, technology training and referrals to our second chance employers.
Housing and Case Management - We provide temporary and emergency housing solutions and assist with permanent housing placements on a case by case basis. Additionally, those who have secured housing are eligible for further case management services.
Our Approach
Our unique approach is strength-based and driven by the desire to eliminate barriers. We recognize that the journey from poverty to self-sufficiency is difficult in any city but it is especially difficult for those who have a criminal background and in many cases a documented disability.
Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc collaborates with various types of organizations to address the challenges faced by individuals reentering society after incarceration. Some of the key types of organizations they collaborate with include:
1. Government Agencies: The organization works closely with government agencies involved in the criminal justice system, such as probation and parole departments, correctional facilities, and reentry programs. They collaborate to improve the coordination of services and support provided to individuals transitioning from incarceration.
2. Non-Profit Organizations: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc partners with non-profit organizations that specialize in reentry services, such as job training programs, counseling services, housing assistance, and substance abuse treatment. These collaborations help provide a comprehensive support system for individuals reintegrating into the community.
3. Businesses and Employers: The organization collaborates with local businesses and employers to create job opportunities for individuals with a criminal record. They work together to develop programs that provide training, job placement, and support for sustainable employment. These collaborations aim to reduce barriers to employment and promote successful reentry into the workforce.
4. Educational Institutions: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc partners with educational institutions, such as community colleges and vocational schools, to provide educational opportunities for individuals reentering society. They collaborate to develop programs that offer skills training, GED preparation, and access to higher education, giving individuals the tools they need to succeed.
5. Housing Providers: The organization collaborates with housing providers, including transitional housing programs and landlords, to ensure individuals have access to safe and stable housing upon release. They work together to develop housing options that are affordable, supportive, and conducive to successful reentry.
6. Community-Based Organizations: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc collaborates with various community-based organizations that provide support services to vulnerable populations. These organizations may focus on areas such as mental health, substance abuse treatment, family support, and legal assistance. By partnering with these organizations, Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc ensures individuals have access to the necessary resources to address their unique needs.
By collaborating with a diverse range of organizations, Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc is able to create a network of support that addresses the multifaceted challenges faced by individuals reentering society after incarceration. These collaborations help provide a holistic and comprehensive approach to successful reentry.
Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc collaborates with various types of organizations to address the challenges faced by individuals reentering society after incarceration. Some of the key types of organizations they collaborate with include:
1. Government Agencies: The organization works closely with government agencies involved in the criminal justice system, such as probation and parole departments, correctional facilities, and reentry programs. They collaborate to improve the coordination of services and support provided to individuals transitioning from incarceration.
2. Non-Profit Organizations: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc partners with non-profit organizations that specialize in reentry services, such as job training programs, counseling services, housing assistance, and substance abuse treatment. These collaborations help provide a comprehensive support system for individuals reintegrating into the community.
3. Businesses and Employers: The organization collaborates with local businesses and employers to create job opportunities for individuals with a criminal record. They work together to develop programs that provide training, job placement, and support for sustainable employment. These collaborations aim to reduce barriers to employment and promote successful reentry into the workforce.
4. Educational Institutions: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc partners with educational institutions, such as community colleges and vocational schools, to provide educational opportunities for individuals reentering society. They collaborate to develop programs that offer skills training, GED preparation, and access to higher education, giving individuals the tools they need to succeed.
5. Housing Providers: The organization collaborates with housing providers, including transitional housing programs and landlords, to ensure individuals have access to safe and stable housing upon release. They work together to develop housing options that are affordable, supportive, and conducive to successful reentry.
6. Community-Based Organizations: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc collaborates with various community-based organizations that provide support services to vulnerable populations. These organizations may focus on areas such as mental health, substance abuse treatment, family support, and legal assistance. By partnering with these organizations, Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc ensures individuals have access to the necessary resources to address their unique needs.
By collaborating with a diverse range of organizations, Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc is able to create a network of support that addresses the multifaceted challenges faced by individuals reentering society after incarceration. These collaborations help provide a holistic and comprehensive approach to successful reentry.
The Rationale
Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc has gained a positive reputation through their impactful work in several areas. Some of the key factors that have contributed to their reputation include:
1. Reentry Support: The organization provides comprehensive support to individuals transitioning from incarceration back into society. This includes assistance with housing, employment, education, counseling, and other essential services. Their commitment to helping individuals successfully reintegrate into their communities has been widely recognized.
2. Community Engagement: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc actively engages with the local community and collaborates with various stakeholders, including government agencies, non-profit organizations, businesses, and community leaders. Their collaborative approach fosters partnerships and promotes a collective effort towards successful reentry and reducing recidivism rates.
3. Advocacy and Policy Influence: The organization advocates for policies and practices that promote fair treatment and equal opportunities for individuals with a criminal record. They work towards removing barriers to reentry, such as employment discrimination and limited access to housing and education. Their advocacy efforts have helped shape legislation and policies that support successful reentry.
4. Empowerment and Education: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc emphasizes the importance of education and personal development in the reentry process. They offer various educational programs, vocational training, and life skills workshops to equip individuals with the tools they need to thrive post-incarceration. By empowering individuals with knowledge and skills, they increase their chances of successful reintegration.
5. Impactful Results: The organization's dedication and effective strategies have led to tangible positive outcomes for individuals in their reentry journey. Their success stories and evidence-based approach have contributed to their positive reputation, inspiring confidence in their work and attracting support from stakeholders and the community.
Overall, Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc's commitment to comprehensive reentry support, community engagement, advocacy, empowerment, and their track record of achieving positive results have all contributed to their positive reputation in the field.
1. Reentry Support: The organization provides comprehensive support to individuals transitioning from incarceration back into society. This includes assistance with housing, employment, education, counseling, and other essential services. Their commitment to helping individuals successfully reintegrate into their communities has been widely recognized.
2. Community Engagement: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc actively engages with the local community and collaborates with various stakeholders, including government agencies, non-profit organizations, businesses, and community leaders. Their collaborative approach fosters partnerships and promotes a collective effort towards successful reentry and reducing recidivism rates.
3. Advocacy and Policy Influence: The organization advocates for policies and practices that promote fair treatment and equal opportunities for individuals with a criminal record. They work towards removing barriers to reentry, such as employment discrimination and limited access to housing and education. Their advocacy efforts have helped shape legislation and policies that support successful reentry.
4. Empowerment and Education: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc emphasizes the importance of education and personal development in the reentry process. They offer various educational programs, vocational training, and life skills workshops to equip individuals with the tools they need to thrive post-incarceration. By empowering individuals with knowledge and skills, they increase their chances of successful reintegration.
5. Impactful Results: The organization's dedication and effective strategies have led to tangible positive outcomes for individuals in their reentry journey. Their success stories and evidence-based approach have contributed to their positive reputation, inspiring confidence in their work and attracting support from stakeholders and the community.
Overall, Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc's commitment to comprehensive reentry support, community engagement, advocacy, empowerment, and their track record of achieving positive results have all contributed to their positive reputation in the field.
Future Services
Second Chance Housing Program-
Our Second Chance housing program is designed to assist our clients with permanent housing after they complete the other parts of our programming services. Our second chance housing includes our new transitional housing that is specifically for women with children who are awaiting permanent housing placement. FFM and Missionary Homes LLC are currently constructing 24 new mixed housing units to provide safe affordable housing with wrap around services including career based workforce development.
Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc ensures individuals have access to safe and stable housing upon release through various initiatives and collaborations. Here are some ways they address this:
1. Partnerships with Housing Providers: The organization establishes partnerships with housing providers, including transitional housing programs, landlords, and affordable housing organizations. These partnerships help secure housing options for individuals upon their release from incarceration.
2. Housing Assistance Programs: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc develops and implements housing assistance programs that provide financial support, rental subsidies, or housing vouchers to individuals who are reentering society. These programs aim to reduce the financial barriers that individuals may face in securing housing.
3. Housing Counseling and Support: The organization offers housing counseling and support services to individuals, guiding them through the process of finding and maintaining housing. This may include assistance with rental applications, landlord negotiations, and understanding tenant rights and responsibilities.
4. Collaboration with Community-Based Organizations: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc collaborates with community-based organizations that specialize in housing assistance, such as homeless shelters, housing advocacy groups, and social service agencies. These collaborations help expand the resources available to individuals and ensure they have access to a range of housing options.
5. Education and Skill Development: The organization provides education and skill development programs that empower individuals to become self-sufficient and maintain stable housing. This may include financial literacy training, job readiness programs, and life skills workshops.
6. Peer Support Networks: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc facilitates the creation of peer support networks among individuals who have successfully navigated the housing system after incarceration. These networks provide guidance, mentorship, and encouragement to individuals who are in the process of finding housing.
7. Advocacy and Policy Reform: The organization advocates for policy changes and reforms that address the systemic barriers to housing faced by individuals with a criminal record. They work to eliminate discriminatory housing practices and promote fair and inclusive housing policies.
By implementing these strategies, Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc ensures that individuals have access to safe and stable housing upon release from incarceration. Their comprehensive approach addresses the housing needs of individuals and helps them establish a foundation for successful reentry into society.
Our Second Chance housing program is designed to assist our clients with permanent housing after they complete the other parts of our programming services. Our second chance housing includes our new transitional housing that is specifically for women with children who are awaiting permanent housing placement. FFM and Missionary Homes LLC are currently constructing 24 new mixed housing units to provide safe affordable housing with wrap around services including career based workforce development.
Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc ensures individuals have access to safe and stable housing upon release through various initiatives and collaborations. Here are some ways they address this:
1. Partnerships with Housing Providers: The organization establishes partnerships with housing providers, including transitional housing programs, landlords, and affordable housing organizations. These partnerships help secure housing options for individuals upon their release from incarceration.
2. Housing Assistance Programs: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc develops and implements housing assistance programs that provide financial support, rental subsidies, or housing vouchers to individuals who are reentering society. These programs aim to reduce the financial barriers that individuals may face in securing housing.
3. Housing Counseling and Support: The organization offers housing counseling and support services to individuals, guiding them through the process of finding and maintaining housing. This may include assistance with rental applications, landlord negotiations, and understanding tenant rights and responsibilities.
4. Collaboration with Community-Based Organizations: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc collaborates with community-based organizations that specialize in housing assistance, such as homeless shelters, housing advocacy groups, and social service agencies. These collaborations help expand the resources available to individuals and ensure they have access to a range of housing options.
5. Education and Skill Development: The organization provides education and skill development programs that empower individuals to become self-sufficient and maintain stable housing. This may include financial literacy training, job readiness programs, and life skills workshops.
6. Peer Support Networks: Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc facilitates the creation of peer support networks among individuals who have successfully navigated the housing system after incarceration. These networks provide guidance, mentorship, and encouragement to individuals who are in the process of finding housing.
7. Advocacy and Policy Reform: The organization advocates for policy changes and reforms that address the systemic barriers to housing faced by individuals with a criminal record. They work to eliminate discriminatory housing practices and promote fair and inclusive housing policies.
By implementing these strategies, Freedom Fighting Missionaries Inc ensures that individuals have access to safe and stable housing upon release from incarceration. Their comprehensive approach addresses the housing needs of individuals and helps them establish a foundation for successful reentry into society.
We couldn't do this without our partner organizations!
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Crisis Assistance Ministry
Furnished for Good Badcock Furniture and More Commonwealth Charlotte Veterans Services of the Carolinas Urban League of the Central Carolinas Another Chance House of Refuge Charlotte Rescue Mission Inlivian Housing Collaborative |
Nanda and Company
Loaves and Fishes DreamKey Partners HUD Hope Haven Legal Aid Care Ring Mecklenburg County Criminal Justice Services Mecklenburg County Public Health Mecklenburg County Continuum Of Care |
Patton Realty
Erika’s Closet The Black People's Community Justice Center Just Do It Movement Life Connections Center for Digital Equity Center for Community Transitions Hearts for the Invisible Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office Heal Charlotte |
Thank you to our funders!
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Mecklenburg County
City of Charlotte Bank of America Merancas Foundation Wells Fargo Ally Bank The United Way of Greater Charlotte Atrium Health |
Foundation For The Carolinas
Watts Family Presnell Family Foundation Seldin-Cohen Family Nicodemus Family Mariscano Family Keffer Family Mecklenburg Public Health Department |
The Gambrell Foundation
Crisis Assistance Ministry Covenant Presbytrian Church Caldwell Presbyterian Church Myers Park Baptist Church Forest Hill Baptist Church Myers Park United Methodist Church Perfected Praise and Deliverance Temple |
And a huge thank you to each and every online donor, private donor, philanthropist, volunteer and supporter! We couldn't do this work without you!
