B.W.
After years in and out of the justice system, BW entered The Liberty Fund’s ROR Case Management Program feeling uncertain about his future. With support, he enrolled in an adult education and workforce program, secured a studio apartment, and received weekly wellness check-ins. Six months later, BW had completed his first program phase and rebuilt family ties—transforming instability into stability and renewed hope.
J.E.
When JE was navigating a pending criminal case while seeking custody of his two children, he was overwhelmed and unsure where to turn. Through regular wellness calls and consistent support from The Liberty Fund, JE regained his footing. He reunited with his family, returned to work, learned healthy co-parenting skills, and avoided further justice involvement. JE shared that our guidance helped him “rebuild his life and confidence.” Your support made that possible.
B.O.
NYU student BO reached out to us for mental health support during a difficult period. We connected her with a local clinic in New Jersey—close to home—and, through therapy and continued check-ins with our Social Worker, she developed strong coping strategies. With renewed confidence, BO began commuting to school, secured a part-time job, and strengthened her relationship with her father. Her progress is a testament to what compassionate, timely support can spark.
S.S.
When SS came to us seeking housing support, she was determined to build a stable future but didn’t know where to begin. Our team helped her complete her Housing Connect application, and soon after, she began receiving multiple apartment options. SS is now in the process of choosing the best home for her family. She shared her excitement about finally finding stability—and is even exploring a second job so she can furnish her new place. Your generosity opens doors like this, quite literally.
J.R.
JR was referred to the Liberty Fund as she worked to complete her GED and rebuild her life. We connected her with a range of educational options, including remote and hybrid courses, and she ultimately enrolled in virtual GED classes through GED.com. She begins classes this month, energized and hopeful. Through regular wellness calls and support in navigating the educational system, JR found the confidence to take this crucial next step. She expressed deep gratitude for the guidance and encouragement that helped her get her life back on track.
H.W.
HW is a great example of The Liberty Fund’s work, especially in light of the July 2020 bail reform rollbacks that are detaining more people for misdemeanors. In his early 40’s, HW had several responsibilities that would have been jeopardized by being locked up. His mother was very ill and living in Maryland, requiring him to travel back and forth to care for her. He was also involved in a serious relationship and wanted to “do right” by his girlfriend. Being incarcerated would have ruined all that. Fortunately, The Liberty Fund could step in to help. After being bailed out by our case manager, HW immediately enrolled in our ROR Program. Early on, his case manager sensed his urgency and recalls him saying: I want a change, and I want to work. The Liberty Fund can give me a second chance. Building on his past experience, he wanted a job in the custodial arts because it gave him good benefits and flexibility to care for his mother. Our case manager immediately connected him to the Doe Fund’s workforce development programming while he awaited his trial. As his court date approached, HW still had no attorney assignment and was having problems confirming his court date. He was very worried. Our case manager helped him troubleshoot this situation, and facilitated him to make his correct court appointment. As a result of his attendance, the judge dismissed his case! Since then with help from his Liberty Fund case manager, HW has been planning his move to Maryland, including researching good job opportunities. He remains in our ROR Program and receives continued support as he makes his way on his new life trajectory.
E.M.
EM illustrates how The Liberty Fund goes beyond just bail, and can help with parole and re-entry too. After being in prison for over 25 years on a nonviolent crime, EM comes to The Liberty Fund after being released due to the COVID pandemic. With no family support and being nearly 60 years old with a chronic medical condition, EM had significant needs to integrate into the community to meet his parole mandates. Being homeless, his needs included housing, workforce development, entitlement benefits, and health care access. For the past year, The Liberty Fund has been helping EM navigate every challenge of his release, including feelings of discouragement and frustration. But by identifying his strengths, conducting regular wellness calls, and providing critical needs, like MetroCards, food vouchers, and hygiene kits, The Liberty Fund has been able to keep EM on track in reaching his goal of staying in the community. His Liberty Fund social worker recalls EM saying great things about our work: They are always there for me, helping me every step of the way, helping me believe in myself. Today, EM continues to make the right choices and persevere at his job training program, through which he secured an internship with a political campaign. As a result of his success, the judge has approved his current work arrangement to meet his parole mandates and serve his remaining time in the community.
B.C.
BC is an excellent example of overcoming adversity, thanks to The Liberty Fund. He was upbeat and energized that The Liberty Fund had the opportunity to bail him out. In working with him, BC revealed that it was due to The Liberty Fund on the night of his arraignment that helped him keep the custody of his children. He was determined to do whatever it took to get them. When BC was overwhelmed about the circumstances, he would contact The Liberty Fund for support during the process, and to keep thinking positive and persevere. His fortitude paid off. BC’s case has now been sealed, and everything went well with the Administration for Children’s Services. As a result, the Judge granted him full custody of his children. This positive outcome was made possible due to the important work of The Liberty Fund.
M.J.
MJ is ever so grateful for The Liberty Fund bail program, and continuously expresses his gratitude to the bail associate that paid his bail. He was in jeopardy of not completing his training program, losing permanent housing, and the opportunity to earn a more favorable income. Before MJ’s arrest, he was more than halfway through a six month HVAC certificate training program. He was in his fourth month in the program, and everything was at risk if incarcerated. With assistance from The Liberty Fund, he was able to complete the training and receive an HVAC certificate without interruption. After MJ received his certificate, he was able to secure a job with a heating and air conditioning company through the HVAC training program job placement component. Now he has a more stable position, and his income doubled. Because of MJ’s income, he qualified for a three-bedroom apartment through an affordable housing program. He is happy that he, his pregnant wife and two children live in a comfortable apartment. He says it is much better than the one-bedroom they lived in prior. MJ says his family could not afford to pay his bail and if it were not for The Liberty Fund, his dreams of making a better future for himself and his family would not have been possible if he remained in jail.