In 2015, a community of justice advocates and formerly incarcerated youth and their families founded Restore Justice Foundation (RJF) to address issues specifically faced by children and young adults serving life or de-facto life sentences in Illinois. Since its founding, RJF has advocated for fairness, humanity, and compassion throughout the Illinois carceral system. The Future Leaders Apprenticeship Program (FLAP) is a full-time comprehensive program that supports and cultivates the leadership and advocacy skills in those coming home after serving extreme sentences. Through the program, they receive a combination of on-the-job experience and related coaching, as well as a full-time salary with benefits. Visit Restore Justice Foundation
Grant history
Year awarded: 2024Period: 1 yearAmount awarded: $45,000Purpose: Future Leaders Apprenticeship Program
