Men and Women
of
Purpose
A Second Chance
At A First Class Life
ABOUT MWP
Our Mission
Men and Women of Purpose
Our mission is to rebuild individuals and families by reducing recidivism, addressing social and economic barriers, and creating safe, healthy, and whole communities. We empower individuals, families, and communities to be self-sufficient and productive, taking responsibility over their lives and restoring resilience, pride, and purpose.
The vision of this program is to lead the nation by:
We envision a racially just world where recidivism does not exist, families are strong, resources are equitable, and communities are full of care and love.​
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REENTRY SERVICES
JAIL TO COMMUNITY
Contra Costa County Reentry alignment program under the Office of the Sheriffs Department and in partnership with the Office of Reentry and Justice
CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT GRANT
CALCRG. The war on drugs under the Governors Office of Economic Development. In partnership with Workforce Development of Contra Costa County
WEST COUNTY MENTORING
West County support program to self-sufficiency under the Office of Reentry and Justice. In partnership with Contra Costa County Network
Since 2011, Men and Women of Purpose (MWP) has provided re-entry services for community members making the transition from jail to community. These services begin in the County jails where MWP mentors develop relationships with men and women while they are incarcerated. These relationships of trust and empathy are the key to helping people re-enter society and build new lives. Some people have been incarcerated for years and never learned to drive a car, never had a bank account or held a significant job. It is not unusual on any day of the week for MWP to bring someone home to the community who is released from jail after many years of incarceration. This is what we do.
In the absence of a fully functioning “safety net” system, service providers such as MWP are an essential piece of the puzzle of re-entry. As a community-based organization founded and led by recovering addicts and formerly incarcerated persons, MWP is uniquely positioned to provide the support to ensure the success of returning citizens and rebuild the community.
MEET OUR TEAM
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SUCCESS STORIES
Christopher Nealy's Success Story
Marcus Rogan's Involvement with MWP
Shyrome Hardamon's Success Story
MWP EVENTS
Richmond Chamber of Commerce Gala
Turkey Giveaway
Community Social Event in San Francisco
Mens Support Group
Community Outreach Event Nicholas Park
MWP Graduation
Mentor Mentee Bowling Night
MWP and Contra Costa College Collaboration
Mentor Mentee Outing
Hygiene Pack Donation
MWP Ferry Boat Cruise San Francisco Bay
MWP Ferry Boat Cruise San Francisco Bay
MWP DONATION PAGE
Thanks to supporters like you, we'll be able to continue our work to 1) Connect our program participants to critical housing, employment and health services 2) Provide peer mentors to assist program participants with achieving their reentry goals 3) Create safe healthy and whole communities by reducing recidivism in Contra Costa County.
Your donation will go toward the area of our mission that is needed the most. Thank you for partnering with us in doing this transformative work!