PEP Reentry Services – Prison Entrepreneurship Program

What happens after release matters most

Reentry isn’t the end of the journey; it’s where transformation takes root.

The first 90 days after release are the most critical in a returning citizen’s journey. Without support, many face a confusing and isolating reentry—often with only $50, a bus ticket, and no ID, housing, or job. Nearly 50% of recidivism happens during this vulnerable period.

PEP graduates, however, are never released alone. Through mentorship, housing, and reentry programming, they’re welcomed into a community of accountability, character, and hope.

You can play a vital role in that transformation.

Phase 1: eSchool

In the first 90 days, participants attend weekly eSchool sessions focused on job readiness, life skills, and personal development. Taught by professionals, business leaders, and educators, these classes provide practical tools for navigating life outside prison. Participants also receive:

Transitional housing (in Dallas and Houston)
Job search and employment support
Assistance with identification, transportation, and clothing
Access to peer support and technology
This phase offers a safe, structured environment that reinforces PEP’s values while helping men adjust to life outside.

Phase 2: eSchool Aspiration

For those who dream of launching a business, the Aspiration phase dives deeper into entrepreneurship. Participants learn:

How to build a customer base
Business technology and tools
Financial planning and marketing strategies
Each aspiring entrepreneur is matched with a mentor for a full year of one-on-one guidance.

Phase 3: Learn and Grow

In the final phase, graduates with existing businesses gain access to:

Networking and executive mentoring
Investor pitch opportunities
Accounting and business development services
This stage empowers men to stabilize and scale their ventures—fostering economic independence and long-term success.

Be the difference between reentry and recidivism.

Small group of PEP participants and a mentor having a business discussion in a lounge area with notes and paperwork.

Group of PEP alumni wearing party hats and name tags gathered together indoors, smiling and celebrating an event.

PEP participant in a suit speaking with a woman in a black dress during a professional networking or business event.

PEP mentor leading a small group entrepreneurship training session

Ways to Get Involved:

Teach or co-lead an eSchool session
Offer in-kind services or housing support
Become a business or life mentor
Host alumni at your business or organization
Sponsor a PEP transition home or job placement

Join the Journey Beyond the Gates

Help our alumni thrive as they rebuild their lives and businesses.