BETWEEN THE LINES
About The Program.
Founded in 2017, Between The Lines is a nonprofit organization focused on reducing recidivism through mentorship, educational programming, reintegration services, and utilizing sports as a form of therapy. Additionally, we provide a platform for incarcerated individuals to share their unique stories, connecting them with the outside world and offering a deeper understanding of their experiences. Our mission is to build bridges between the incarcerated population and society, creating opportunities for growth and rehabilitation.
WHAT WE DO.
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STORYTELLINGWe leverage storytelling to connect incarcerated individuals with the outside world, fostering empathy and understanding through their shared experiences.
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REINTEGRATION SERVICESWe serve as a vital resource for recently released individuals, providing access to job placements, educational opportunities, and support for any endeavors they wish to pursue to ensure successful reintegration into society.
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RECREATIONAL THERAPYWe use sports as an escape from prison walls and a way to connect, fostering trust and dialogue to understand each individual's needs through a shared love of the game.
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BOOK CLUBS & EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMINGOur book clubs provide an educational platform where carefully selected books encourage dialogue and vulnerability among participants.
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MENTORSHIPOur diverse volunteers, united by a passion for helping incarcerated individuals, serve as mentors to inspire and guide them upon their release.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between the incarcerated population and the broader community.
We provide a platform for incarcerated individuals to share their unique stories, offering society a deeper understanding of their experiences. Through open dialogue, we aim to humanize these voices and create pathways for personal and societal transformation.
Individuals Impacted by our programs
Individuals have experienced our community stories
Expansion annually across state institutions
Support Our Cause
At Between The Lines, your support makes a direct impact on the lives of incarcerated individuals seeking hope, growth, and rehabilitation. By shopping with us, you’re not only purchasing products but also contributing to our mission of reducing recidivism and bridging the gap between inmates and society.
Meet The Directors.
Darren Duncan
Co- Founder Between The Lines
Lamont "Tory" Stapleton
Co- Founder Between The Lines
Donations
Your generosity goes a long way! There’s no amount too little. Between The Lines operates solely on donations and profits from our merchandise. We need your help to continue doing what we do best. Every single dollar helps in the rehabilitation process and aids in breaking the cycle of recidivism.
merchandise
We’ve designed quality merchandise in an effort to spread our message and fund our upcoming prison visits. The profit from each and every purchase goes towards continuing our program and plays a huge part in our quest to help rehabilitate our participants. When you buy a T-shirt, you can be confident that you’ve made a difference in society!
