Gratitude as a Mindset in Reentry
Gratitude Isn’t Just a Feeling For many PEP participants, gratitude becomes more than a seasonal reflection. It becomes a way […]
Why We Celebrate Small Wins at PEP
The Power of Progress For someone working to rebuild their life after incarceration, the path isn’t always fast or easy. […]
How PEP Prepares Participants for Employment
More Than a Resume Finding a job after incarceration can be a major hurdle. PEP doesn’t just help participants build […]
From Release to Routine: Building Structure After Prison
Why Routine Matters When someone walks out of prison, the freedom can feel overwhelming. Without the constant structure of incarceration, […]
What Makes PEP’s Curriculum Different?
More Than Business Basics A lot of programs teach business. Some teach character. Others help with reentry. PEP does all […]
November 2025 Newsletter
PEP Monthly Newsletter Toward the end of October, I was invited to a summit on economic mobility in Houston. It […]
Can a Criminal Record Hold Back a Great Business Idea?
The Idea Is There. What’s Holding It Back? You can have the plan, the pitch, and the passion, but when […]
PEP at Thanksgiving: What Gratitude Looks Like Behind Bars
A Different Kind of Holiday For most people, Thanksgiving means gathering with loved ones around a dinner table. For PEP […]
What Is a Reentry Coach?
A Guide for the Journey Home Leaving prison is just the beginning. The first months after release are filled with […]
How Volunteers Grow Alongside Participants
Service That Transforms Both Sides At PEP, volunteers walk into prison units expecting to teach. They often leave feeling like […]
