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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...
Apr 15
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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,...
Apr 7
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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...
Mar 7
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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...
Mar 5
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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...
Feb 19
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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...
Jan 10
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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...
Dec 12, 2024
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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.
Nov 18, 2024
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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.
Nov 6, 2024
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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...
Sep 5, 2024
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