Breaking The Cycle.
YOUR 2ND OPPORTUNITY STARTS HERE
IF YOU'RE STRUGGLING TO GAIN TRACTION IN LIFE, YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE TO MAKE A POSITIVE CHANGE.
2nd Opportunity’s programming empowers anyone who has experienced a negative life-changing event to start down a positive new path, and helps family and friends understand the challenges their loved one faces.
In addition to individuals, we work with like-minded organizations to provide our programming to their participants and work with employers to raise awareness about hiring from traditionally neglected groups.
"Who is going to hire me with a criminal record? How can I make a living wage to support myself and my family? "
THIS IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE:
FORMERLY
INCARCERATED
"How can I find purpose in my life and cope with everyday challenges without drugs and alcohol?"
THIS IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE:
IN RECOVERY FOR SUBSTANCE
ABUSE
"What program can reach my child or the youth population my organization serves?"
THIS IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE:
AT RISK OR JUSTICE
IMPACTED YOUTH
Founded by a formerly incarcerated individual and a recovering alcoholic, 2nd Opportunity provides transformational tools, resources, and support to help those facing seemingly insurmountable setbacks find hope and start down a positive new path.
PROGRAMS FOR
RE-ENTRY AND
POSITIVE CHANGE
HOW
Through in-person and virtual training, a comprehensive referral network, virtual peer support groups, and one-on-one mentoring.
WHY
We know what it’s like to overcome life-changing setbacks, and we’re passionate about paying it forward.
Read more about our story …
WHAT
Life-skills and employment-readiness programs to equip people with the skill sets and tools they need to leave the past behind and start down a productive new path.
OUR SOLUTION
2ND OPPORTUNITY OFFERS A SERIES OF COURSES AIMED AT EMPOWERING PARTICIPANTS TO IMPROVE THEIR LIVES.
Our courses provide the life-skills and employment-readiness training people need to rebound from life-changing circumstances.
We know firsthand that in order to overcome life’s challenges, individuals need a well-constructed plan and access to resources and support. That’s why, in addition to our programming, 2nd Opportunity provides a comprehensive support network to help people as they start and continue down their new path.
"How can I better understand and help my loved one as they seek to build a new life?"
THIS IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE:
A supportive family member
"Does 2nd Opportunity’s programming bring value to the mission of my organization?"
THIS IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE:
An Organization that serves currently and formerly incarcerated or those dealing with substance use disorders
"I want to commit to hiring people with a background, but I don’t know where to start. Can you help?"
THIS IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE:
An employer that sees potential
SECOND CHANCES ARE NOT GIVEN TO MAKE THINGS RIGHT,
BUT TO PROVE THAT WE COULD BE EVEN BETTER AFTER WE FALL.
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"This program is very helpful and breaks things down to a science. It also preps you by pointing you in the right direction of the things you want to pursue."
-ANIBAL R.
"Thank you whole-heartedly, Mr. Ghilarducci. I will forever be appreciative of the time you shared to help catapult me (and many others) in a positive direction."
-QUENTIN G.
IN THE
COMMUNITY
@2NDOPP3LC
