About Us
Reentry Essentials was established in 2017 with the charitable purpose of supporting individuals, families, and communities across the United States impacted by the criminal legal system.
Today, that work continues through the United Association of Reentry Service Providers (UARSP), a national initiative powered by Reentry Essentials that advances education, resources, and support for justice-impacted individuals and the communities to which they return.
Through the development of educational materials, partnerships with service providers, and engagement with communities nationwide, we work to expand opportunities and strengthen pathways to lifelong success after incarceration.
Mission Statement
To unite, strengthen, and elevate reentry service providers across the United States by fostering collaboration, advancing best practices, amplifying collective advocacy, and equipping organizations with the tools and national visibility needed to transform lives and communities impacted by incarceration.
Vision Statement
A nation where reentry service providers are united, supported, and empowered to ensure that every individual returning from incarceration has the opportunity to rebuild their life and contribute to thriving communities.
Core Values
Collaboration • Justice & Equity • Capacity Building • Innovation • Shared Voice
Reentry Essentials advances the success of justice-impacted individuals by developing evidence-based educational resources and reentry strategies designed to reduce recidivism and strengthen community reintegration. As the foundational organization supporting the United Association of Reentry Service Providers (UARSP), we expand access to practical tools, knowledge, and resources that empower service providers and returning citizens nationwide.to aide those impacted by the criminal legal system through the development of evidence-based recidivism reduction strategies. It is through these strategies that Reentry Essentials works to make sure all justice impacted Americans have the opportunity to become law abiding, contributing members of society - regardless of their background.
Our Team
Our daily operations are managed by an Executive Team, various Departmental Directors, a Chief Financial Officer, Secretary, and various support staff.
Shawn R.
Shawn is an advocate, speaker, and writer. He oversees resource development and strategic planning at Reentry Essentials, a national nonprofit organiz...
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Tyrone W.
Tyrone Walker, B.A. is a formerly incarcerated leader, nationally recognized reentry expert, and criminal justice reform advocate working at the inter...
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Roxanne C. Mayers-Watson
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Read MoreWe engage a dedicated group of volunteers and academic interns in our operations to assist with clerical and other support functions.
Additionally, we are governed by a Board of Directors which is comprised of no less than seven legal or academic professionals, victim advocates, and/or concerned citizens who are elected to two-year terms. Upon unanimous Board approval, additional members may be appointed and/or bestowed honorary Board membership.
Regulatory Disclosure
Reentry Essentials, Inc.
In compliance with the State of New York and Internal Revenue Service regulations, Reentry Essentials makes disclosure of various corporate documents available for public inspection during regular business hours (by appointment) at our offices and online.
Additionally, you may view regulatory filings maintained by the State of New York, Office of the Attorney General, Charities Bureau through their publicly accessible Charities Database. To search available filings, visit
https://www.CharitiesNYS.com
As determined by the Internal Revenue Service, Reentry Essentials is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is a publicly supported charity under Section 509(a)(1) and qualifies for the maximum charitable contribution deduction allowed to donors.
United Association of Reentry Service Providers, Inc.
In compliance with District of Columbia and Internal Revenue Service regulations, United Association of Reentry Service Providers makes disclosure of various corporate documents available for public inspection during regular business hours (by appointment) at our offices and online.
As determined by the Internal Revenue Service, United Association of Reentry Service Providers is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is a publicly supported charity under Section 509(a)(1) and qualifies for the maximum charitable contribution deduction allowed to donors.