Gatekeepers

At Gatekeepers, our inmate mail program continues to grow every single day. Since expanding nationwide through the tablet systems inside correctional facilities, we are now receiving letters from incarcerated individuals all across the United States.

Our team works to pull resources specific to the area they are returning to and sends them a personalized reentry packet filled with support services to help them successfully transition home.

This work is changing lives, but we can’t do it alone. We are always looking for volunteers to help us respond to mail, gather resources, organize packets, and support our growing nationwide outreach efforts.

Gatekeepers went on a field trip!

Our clients, staff, and families had the opportunity to come together outside of programming to enjoy community, connection, and a well-deserved day of fun. Experiences like these remind us that reentry is also about rebuilding relationships, creating positive memories, and feeling connected to the community.

We are grateful to everyone who helped make this field trip possible and thankful for opportunities that allow the individuals we serve to experience fellowship, encouragement, and new beginnings.

Gatekeepers recently had the opportunity to visit the Maryland Correctional Institution for their first ever Reentry Resource Fair. Through our continued partnership with the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. Gatekeepers was able to meet one-on-one with incarcerated individuals who are expected to return home within the next 18 months.

By connecting early, we are able to discuss housing, employment, recovery support, transportation, community resources, and individualized reentry planning to help create a stronger foundation for long-term success.

A huge thank you to Karen Hays, Reentry Specialist at MCIH and RCI, for her continued support, collaboration, and commitment to helping returning citizens.

Gatekeepers is proud to partner with Lasting Change through funding awarded by the Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland Incorporated to bring our Business of Living program to the women they serve.

This partnership will allow us to provide year-round programming focused on life skills, personal growth, recovery support, and successful reintegration. Through the Business of Living curriculum, women will have the opportunity to build practical tools and develop a stronger foundation for long-term stability and independence.

We are grateful to the Community Foundation for investing in collaborative efforts that strengthen our community and create opportunity. We also appreciate our continued partnership with Lasting Change and their commitment to supporting women on their journey forward.

We’re excited to share that Lasting Change has been awarded a grant from the Community Foundation of Washington County Maryland Incorporated to partner with Gatekeepers and bring the Business of Living program to the women we serve! 💗

This funding will support the program for an entire year, giving our clients access to valuable life skills, personal development, and tools that support long-term recovery and independence.

We’re grateful for this opportunity and proud to collaborate with Gatekeepers to continue strengthening the services we provide every day.

Pictured: Grant recipients from yesterday’s reception