Investing in Second Chances, Building a Stronger Community
OFBL empowers formerly incarcerated individuals to overcome barriers to reintegration, fostering self-sufficiency, dignity, and lasting positive contributions to their communities and the state's economy. We achieve this by providing comprehensive support services that transform second chances into tangible realities, reducing recidivism and building a stronger, more inclusive Arizona.
TOGETHER, WE POSITIVELY IMPACT INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES.
Arizona's recidivism rate is 36.3%, which is one of the highest in the nation.
5%
OFBL Recidivism Rate
Opening Doors
for a brighter future
Pre-release Training Program
Give People an Opportunity to Succeed
Opportunity Pipeline Program
Job Opportunities Prior to Release
Building Bridges to Employment
In Arizona, many individuals with criminal records face employment challenges. Research indicates that stable jobs reduce reoffending by 24%. Skill development and job placement initiatives during incarceration lower recidivism rates, boosting community safety and economic growth. Hiring formerly incarcerated individuals addresses labor shortages and facilitates their reintegration into society, further decreasing reoffending risks.
OUR VOLUNTEERS
Scott Balsiger
Brian Baity
Clay Stevens
Troy Hull
Armando Garcia
Amy Quinn
We invite businesses to join us in building a more just and equitable community by partnering with Opportunity for a Better Life.
DONATE NOW
According to the Sentencing Project, Arizona has an incarceration rate of 446 per 100,000 residents, which means that a significant portion of the population is incarcerated in the state
Success Stories
