Reasons to donate:

REMEMBER THOSE IN JAILS AND PRISON
Through our compassionate in-person jail and prison visits and events, we offer incarcerated and isolated youth and adult men and women the possibility to restore hope, faith and repentance.

SUPPORT FAMILIES AFFECTED BY CRIME
After a murder or mass shooting, the family unit undergoes permanent changes that are difficult for the surviving members to accept. As each member of the family struggles with their own pain and grief, we become present as a source of emotional and spiritual healing and financial support to comfort family members and the community.

CARE FOR FAMILY AND CHILDREN’S FUTURE
We aim to empower parents to understand their child’s behavior and the challenges a child may encounter in the world we live in today where violence is prevalent. Developing a strong parenting model helps to restore this balance. Not only does it seek to prevent harm but also to heal and rehabilitate relationships already under stress. The Archdiocese of San Francisco’s Restorative Justice Ministry places special emphasis on parental training to accompany the most vulnerable and underserved people living on the margins. We offer special programs such as the Christmas Angels event for children exposed to violence.

BUILDING RESTORATIVE COMMUNITIES
Our research shows that several dynamic risk factors – namely health, employment, housing, skill development, mentorship, and social networks – significantly affect the success of justice-involved individuals. Therefore, we aim to facilitate successful reentry platforms and reduce recidivism rates by offering special programs and events.