CROP Organization

Grateful for the incredible support from Jill Johnson! Thank you, Jill, for highlighting the work we do at CROP Organization. Your kind words and your willingness to share our mission with your network means so much to us. At CROP, we believe in creating opportunities for those returning home by investing in people over punishment. By equipping justice-involved individuals with the skills needed for careers in Tech Sales and Tech Product Design, we are helping to reimagine reentry and transform lives. If anyone is looking to learn more about our programs or to connect with a pool of highly trained, resilient, and motivated talent, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Patrick Mc Neal or visit us at CROP Organization. Thanks again, Jill, for amplifying our message and helping us work toward a future where everyone has a fair chance! 🙌 #FairChanceHiring #ReentryPrograms #JusticeReform #TechCareers #LeadershipDevelopment #CROPOpportunities

At CROP Organization, we are transforming reentry by creating opportunities for justice-impacted individuals to build sustainable careers and lead fulfilling lives. Our holistic approach centers on career development, leadership training, and economic mobility, empowering individuals to succeed in the workforce. Our book, Men Built for Others, captures stories of transformation, including John David Howe journey from 28 years of incarceration to becoming CROP’s Lead Coach in Los Angeles. Purchase Men Built for Others here: https://a.co/d/2dHGCa1 #CareerDevelopment #Reentry #Leadership #SecondChances #CROPOfficial #PersonalGrowth #MenBuiltForOthers

Empowering Futures Through Leadership, Unity, and Growth 🌟 We just launched our third cohort of fellows in the Ready 4 Life program, kicking off the Leadership 4 Life seminar with incredible energy! After an inspiring first night, we celebrated together over dinner, reflecting on the shared commitment that drives us forward. 🙌 Working with the dedicated CROP Organization team, we’re building futures worth having for formerly incarcerated individuals through leadership development and mindset transformation. This is more than just a program—it’s a movement to create lasting change. 💪 True transformation takes unity, and our team embodies the spirit of collaboration that makes it all possible. Together, we’re proving that teamwork truly makes the dream work! Interested in how we’re reshaping lives and careers? Head over to our website and explore the impact of the Ready 4 Life program at CROP Organization 🔗✨croporg.org #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork #EmpoweringLeaders #MindsetMatters #FormerlyIncarcerated #CohortTraining #Ready4Life #FuturesWorthHaving #CommunityImpact #GrowthMindset #UnityInAction #CROPOrganization #LeadershipJourney #Empowerment #TeamUnity

💥 Want Your AI to Write Just Like YOU? Here’s How to Train It in Your Unique Voice! 🔥 Imagine AI writing your emails, reports, or social media posts in your exact tone—capturing your unique style and word choices as if you typed it yourself. Not just an imitation, but a perfect reflection of your personal voice. With the right AI prompt, this is now possible. Whether you’re a leader in a nonprofit, managing multiple priorities, or an entrepreneur juggling countless tasks, this can help you work smarter, not harder. Here’s how you can train your AI to master your writing style: 🔑 How It Works: Upload any document you’ve written—emails, blogs, reports, you name it. The AI analyzes your tone, sentence structure, and favorite phrases, and extracts your style to create a personalized guide. From then on, every piece it generates will sound just like you. ✨ Why This Is a Game Changer: • For busy nonprofit leaders and entrepreneurs, this is a huge time-saver. Imagine offloading your content creation while maintaining your authentic voice. • Efficiency: Focus on the big-picture initiatives while AI handles the time-consuming writing tasks. • Consistency: Keep your message and tone consistent across all platforms, whether communicating with donors, board members, or stakeholders. • Effectiveness: Free up mental bandwidth for more strategic work, increasing productivity without sacrificing the personal touch in your communications. 🛠 Pro Tip: Perfect for anyone managing multiple tasks and still wanting their authentic voice to shine through. Ready to give it a try? Drop a comment below and let me know what type of documents you’d upload to train your AI! #AIWriting #NonprofitLeadership #ContentCreation #ProductivityHacks #PersonalBranding #Efficiency

A Full Circle Moment: Returning to Folsom State Prison to Inspire Unprecedented Futures! Yesterday, I had the privilege of walking back into Folsom State Prison—a place that once confined me for over half my life. But this time, I didn’t enter as an incarcerated person. I entered as a free man, alongside my brother and colleague, Jason Bryant, to offer hope, leadership, and transformation to those still behind the walls. Together, Jason and I served 42 years on 25 and 26 to-life sentences. He’s been free for 4 1/2 years, and for me, it’s been 5 1/2 years. As we stood in the yard yesterday, I reflected on the incredible journey that has brought us here—two men once lost, now returning to invest in those who still have the chance to transform their lives. On Sunday 9/15, we trained and mentored 35 incarcerated leaders, facilitators of the Quest program, who are not just changing their own futures but are actively transforming the lives of others around them. These men who wear the same blue Jason and I once did—are living proof that transformation is possible, no matter your past or environment. Years ago, Jason, Ted Gray, and I started the Quest program in Soledad Prison, and today that program thrives in Soledad, Solano, and Folsom, with 7 successful programs at Folsom alone. It’s an honor to invest in the Quest Coaches at Solano every Thursday night, helping them step into leadership roles and create ripple effects of change that are felt throughout the prison. For Jason and me, returning to these prisons isn’t just a job—it’s deeply personal. It’s a calling. It’s a reminder that change is not only possible—it’s happening, and we are living proof of that transformation. Together, we stand shoulder-to-shoulder, just like we did all those years inside, but now we stand for something much greater: the power of unprecedented possibilities and the importance of second chances. This work is about hope—showing the men and women inside that their future is real, their transformation is within reach, and they have the power to rewrite their stories. We are committed to building pathways that help people walk out of these gates ready to lead and earn livable-wage careers. Thank you to everyone who supports CROP Organization, believes in the power of transform, the possibility for the unprecedented, and the importance of second chances. Together, we are rewriting the narrative.

Championing Second-Chance Hiring at CROP At CROP, we are dedicated to advancing second-chance hiring practices that support justice-impacted individuals in building sustainable, successful futures. By providing the necessary resources and opportunities, businesses can tap into a motivated, skilled talent pool, benefiting both their operations and society at large. Our President, Terah Lawyer, explains, “It doesn’t mean a handout; it’s a ‘hand up.’” We encourage employers to foster inclusive HR policies—offering flexibility for parole visits or participation in required programs—and providing digital literacy training for those who may not have had prior access. This support empowers individuals to unlock their potential and step into new opportunities. When businesses partner with community-based organizations like CROP, they gain access to valuable resources, workforce development programs, and the incredible potential of justice-impacted individuals. Together, we can dismantle outdated biases, understand the human stories behind the records, and build stronger, more inclusive teams. Join us in creating pathways to success for justice-impacted workers. Learn more about our mission and work at https://lnkd.in/g--2uafF #SecondChanceHiring #InclusiveHiring #ReentrySupport #CROPOrg #JusticeImpactedTalent #WorkforceDevelopment

🚨 Powerful Story Alert 🚨 Transgender parolees are finding support and opportunities for growth through CROP Organization's transformative programs in Oakland and Los Angeles! In a recent interview with KTVU's Heather Holmes, our President, Terah Lawyer, and Cohort 2 Fellow, Giovanni Gonzales, shared the critical work we're doing at CROP to help marginalized individuals rebuild their lives. Here's a staggering fact: 1 in 20 Americans will experience incarceration over their lifetime, and 1 in 6 transgender people will face incarceration at some point in their lives. When transgender people reenter society, the challenges are even steeper. They often have nowhere to turn after release, and the barriers to stable housing and career opportunities are immense. In fact, a person released from prison is 10x more likely to experience homelessness—and this risk is even higher for transgender individuals. Giovanni Gonzalez knows this struggle firsthand. Reentry homes rejected him—female facilities because he identifies as a man and male facilities because of the gender he was born into. But at CROP, we don't turn people away because of their gender identity; we embrace them based on their drive, potential, and desire to thrive in a career. Today, Giovanni is thriving in his UX/UI training, all because CROP accepted him for who he is and invested in his future. We are proud to stand by him and provide an inclusive space for everyone—regardless of gender. We're honored that the state of California has entrusted us to help people of all genders find a path to career success in tech and beyond. Giovanni often reflects on where he might be if not for CROP and stands in gratitude for the opportunity we were able to provide. Watch the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gzHqhjBH #Inclusion #SecondChances #LGBTQSupport #ReentryPrograms #CROPOrg #CareerOpportunities #TechCareers #Oakland #TransformativeChange

Powerful testimony from Jason Bryant, Director of Programs at CROP, at a recent Assembly Select Committee on Restorative Justice hearing! 🗣️👏 Jason shared his inspiring journey developing as a leader, demonstrating the transformative power of education, second chances, rehabilitation, and restorative justice. "The transformation in my life didn't come from being locked in a cage. It came from having people around me who believed in me, who supported me." Watch the full video to hear Jason's story and learn about the incredible work he and our team at CROP is doing to support justice-involved individuals. A big thank you to Assemblymember Tina McKinnor, Chair of the Assembly Select Committee on Restorative Justice, for her leadership in organizing this crucial hearing. 🙏 Together, we can bring real healing to our communities in California. 🌟 #RestorativeJustice #SecondChances #CROP

💰💪💥 Thank you Beneficial State Bank for being a great partner! "Beneficial State Bank partners with CROP to provide 10 weeks of financial wellness classes to individuals participating in CROP’s program. The bank also offers participants a comprehensive package of banking products and services that includes a personal checking account, the bank’s secured credit card, and accompanying wellness sessions." www.croporg.org https://lnkd.in/gMAARija