August 25, 2022

Another Chance: How Philanthropy Can Reduce Recidivism

Recidivism is the tendency of a person convicted of a crime to reoffend. In Vermont, over 40 percent of people released from correctional facilities go back on new convictions or violations within three years.

A man stands outside the Dismas House in Burlington.

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Matt, a resident of the Burlington Dismas House.

Philanthropy can disrupt this destructive cycle and help set up people for success after incarceration. Our new Insight Hub brief shares three strategies that should be top-of-mind for charitable individuals.

In this brief, discover:

Three actions to improve the success of Vermonters leaving the corrections system
Data on Vermont’s correctional facilities census and recidivism rates
Testimonials from experts on what works and why

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Hear Matt discuss how he has benefited from living at the Burlington Dismas House after incarceration.

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