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When All Seems Lost: How Will Found Hope Again
Have you ever felt so broken that you wondered if anything good could come from your situation? Have you ever thought you’d gone too far...
carysanders
May 153 min read
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“That’s My Boy”: Angel’s Journey from Fear to Freedom
When Angel Parada picked up the phone and heard the raspy little voice on the other end, he froze. It was his son—the same voice he...
carysanders
Apr 153 min read
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JUMPSTART Landscaping: Premium Landscape Services in Greenville and Spartanburg, SC
What if there was a way that you could serve JUMPSTART by allowing us to serve you? Well, if you live in the Greenville - Spartanburg,...
carysanders
Apr 73 min read
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Breaking the Cycle of Trauma and Recidivism: How the Gospel And Tangible Support Transform Returning Citizens
John still wakes up some nights in a cold sweat, heart racing from a nightmare that feels all too real. In it, he’s back in his prison...
carysanders
Mar 75 min read
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How JUMPSTART Catering & Events Will Meet Community and Participant Needs
When people ask what makes JUMPSTART different from other nonprofits, there are a million answers we can give. But one of the biggest is...
carysanders
Mar 52 min read
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Virtual Training, Real Impact: Building Career Experience Through Simulation
Finding a job after incarceration isn’t just a small challenge—it can oftentimes be a major roadblock to rebuilding a stable life. Many...
carysanders
Feb 192 min read
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3 Ways to Get Involved in Prison Ministry
“How can I get involved with prison ministry efforts?” When people hear about the work happening at JUMPSTART SC, it’s natural for them...
carysanders
Jan 103 min read
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What Are the Major Factors in Prison Recidivism? 🤔
The 3 C's of Intervention: Career, Care, & Community JUMPSTART began behind bars. Two of our founders were still serving time when they...
carysanders
Dec 12, 20243 min read
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Gustavo's Leadership Award: Celebrating Excellence at Contec Inc's "Whatever It Takes" Awards 🎉
Celebrate Gustavo receiving the leadership award at Contec Inc.'s "Whatever It Takes" Awards.
carysanders
Nov 18, 20242 min read
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It Is More Blessed To Give Than To Receive | Charles Wall
Charles Wall, SC Steel President, shows true generosity, dedicating his time to mentor others and impact lives beyond his achievements.
carysanders
Nov 6, 20241 min read
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How Do Faith and Science Combine to Change Criminal Thinking and Behaviors?
Cesare Lombroso was an Italian criminologist who is sometimes referred to as the “father of criminology” because he helped popularize the...
carysanders
Sep 5, 20245 min read
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Indigo Hope Gift Matching Challenge
YOU multiplied hope by raising $1,605,483! We are overwhelmed by this incredible generosity shown! As a result of the community rallying...
carysanders
Sep 3, 20242 min read
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Staff Chronicles Series: Toby Fleming
Toby Fleming is the Director of Pastoral Care here at JUMPSTART SC. Take a look into Toby’s role and how he is making a positive impact...
carysanders
Jun 19, 20241 min read
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From Star Athlete to Dedicated Public Servant: The Inspiring Journey of Aubray Bailey
As the associate warden at Ridgeland Correctional, a medium-security prison in South Carolina, Bailey has dedicated his life to helping...
carysanders
Apr 21, 20243 min read
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Driving Change: The Story of Dan, the Difference-Maker
Do you want to be known as a difference-maker? Be like Dan. Dan is someone everyone would love to have as a friend . Dan's title doesn't...
carysanders
Apr 4, 20241 min read
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Real Life. Real Transformation. Real Restoration
As you watch the video, please prayerfully consider how you might get involved with serving or giving to support life transformation.
carysanders
Mar 29, 20241 min read
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From Death To Life
Through tears a mom can administer Narcan to her son when he overdoses... But she can't give him life. Anthony grew up in a good...
carysanders
Mar 27, 20241 min read
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Faith, Love, and Legacy: The Harrison Story
Nancy Harrison made a generous gift to JUMPSTART SC in honor of her late husband, Lewis Harrison’s legacy. We asked her to share some...
carysanders
Mar 8, 20246 min read
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Breaking Cycles By Providing Tangible Hope
Upon their release on March 1, 2024 these two men would have been left at this bus station in Florence without anywhere to go and only...
carysanders
Mar 6, 20241 min read
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JUMPSTART SC has been awarded a $300,000 grant from the Truist Charitable Fund.
Proposed Opportunity Center: JUMPSTART SC has been awarded a $300,000 grant from the Truist Charitable Fund. This launches a three-year...
jordandurham
Feb 16, 20242 min read
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