Yavapai Reentry Project
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The Yavapai Reentry Project was established in 2011 to focus on a key population in the community whose needs were not being fulfilled— those exiting the department of corrections. In an effort to reduce recidivism, improve individual lives, and promote a safer community for all in Yavapai County, a group of non-profit organizations, government offices, and motivated community members came together to form the Yavapai Reentry Project. |
Why does the Yavapai Reentry Project exist?
Check out this short video to learn more about the Yavapai Reentry Project, our partners, and mission.Learn about Roadblocks people who have felonies face in Arionza here.
Learn about the ripple effect incarceration has on children, families, friends, and communities here.
Learn about the state of recidivism in a 2005 Arizona Department of Corrections report here.
Mission Statement
Yavapai Reentry Project is a regional support system which promotes successful reintegration
of former inmates in a way that improves community safety by reducing criminal behavior.
Vision Statement
All inmates returning to Yavapai County will have community support, restored families, and hope for their future.
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Yavapai Reentry Project Programs
You can download our brochure here.Independent Referral Program
Participants looking for referrals and resources will be able to obtain information through the main office of the Yavapai Reentry Project.This includes:
- Resources to find housing
- Links to Employment and job skill trainings
- Medical and health information
- Access to Veterans services (if applicable)
- Links to Education
- Links to Substance abuse counseling
- Connections with religious communities
Community Coach Mentorship Program
Each participant has the opportunity to choose to be enrolled in the Community Coach Mentorship Program. This is a volunteer based program where a returning inmate will be linked with a volunteer in the community who has been trained to aid in referrals, emotional support, and resource information.Ongoing Support
Former OffendersAre you a former offender who was convicted in Arizona is looking to Set Aside your conviction(s)? The Yavapai Reentry Project is here to help! Check out our new booklet, "A Guide for Setting Aside a Felony Conviction" and download the necessary forms for setting aside in Yavapai County!
Project Participants
In September 2012, the Yavapai Reentry Project was awarded a $3,000 grant from UniSource Energy and Tucson Electrical Power with their Grants that Make a Difference. We are using these funds to provide services to our active participants that are difficult to obtain due to felony barriers.
Reentry Resources is a monthly publication by the Yavapai Reentry Project to help participants and other reentering individuals find free and low-cost services that aid in barrier navigation and post-release support.
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Want to be involved?
Community Meetings
The Yavapai Reentry Project holds community meetings that anyone can attend the first Thursday of every other month. These meetings include discussions on direction for the program, project ideas, and community education.If you would like to attend or be added to the mailing list, please contact Becca at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
The next Prescott Community meeting will be in June, with location and time TBA.
YRP Project Committees
YRP Project Committees work together to aid in advocacy and resource information for reentering individuals and people with felony records.These Project Committees include:
- Housing
- Employment
- Personal Growth/Education
- Medical
- Fundraising
YRP Project Committees meet the first Thursday of every other month, during the "off" month from the Community Meeting.
Community Coach Mentorship Program
Volunteer to be a Community Coach to a person returning to the community from prison! This type of program has proven to be tremendously successful in reentry programs throughout the country. Make a difference in your community and have a positive impact on a person’s life.Social Service Resource
Are you a social service organization that would like to make your services available to Yavapai Reentry Project participants? If so, download our form and send us your information at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call us at (928) 708-0100.For questions or more details, please contact Prisoner Reentry Coordinator, Becca Fealk at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
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