Stellar Bridges: Building Pathways, Connecting Futures

Bringing education, training, and career pathways into correctional facilities to prepare individuals for reentry success.

The Challenge in Corrections

95%

Will Reenter Society

Of incarcerated individuals will eventually return to their communities

2/3

Rearrested

Are rearrested within 3 years of release

$$$

Limited Training

Limited access to training = high recidivism, low employment

Idle time in prison fuels cycles of re-offense, costing taxpayers billions annually.

Why Corrections Education Matters

43%

Less Likely to Reoffend

Incarcerated individuals who participate in education programs

$4-5

Return on Investment

Every $1 invested in prison education saves $4–5 in reincarceration costs

Education reduces violence and increases safety inside facilities

Our Solution – Whole Person Training

Stellar Bridges delivers a holistic training model tailored for correctional environments:

Skills Training

Career pathways with industry credentials

Earn While You Learn

Stipend and reentry-focused work experience

Mentorship

Structured guidance pre- and post-release

Wraparound Support

Housing, legal aid, counseling, family reunification post-release

Programs & Pathways Inside Facilities

TechBridge

IT basics, digital literacy, cybersecurity fundamentals

HealthBridge

SPT, CNA, PCT, Phlebotomy/EKG (select roles eligible inside + reentry continuation)

TradeBridge

Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, construction basics

LogisticsBridge

Forklift, warehousing, supply chain entry roles

Stackable certifications with continuation support upon release

The 4-Phase Pathway (Corrections Version)

Foundation

Literacy, digital readiness, financial literacy, reentry planning

Skills Training

Industry-recognized certifications, job readiness modules

Transition

Release coordination, employer connections, case management

Reentry & Advancement

Ongoing mentorship, alumni support, advanced training

Alignment with National & State Priorities

Supports WIOA Title II – Adult Ed & Family Literacy Act

Aligns with Second Chance Act and DOJ reentry goals

Reduces recidivism and improves public safety

Creates measurable savings for Departments of Corrections

Employer Integration at Release

Pre-release job readiness modules

Link to employer partners

(healthcare, trades, logistics, IT)

Post-release job placement

Supported by Stellar Care + partners

Ensures smooth reentry with employment stability from day one.

Projected Impact (3 Years – Corrections Focus)

600+

Learners Served

Incarcerated learners served annually

70%

Credential Rate

Credential attainment rate inside facilities

65%

Employment

Employed within 90 days of release

$4.50 ROI per $1 invested in corrections education

Composite Story (Correctional Participant)

Marcus's Journey (Projected)

Entered prison at 22 for non-violent offense. Through Stellar Bridges' TradeBridge Pathway, Marcus:

  • Completed HVAC certification during incarceration
  • Received reentry mentoring and placement support
  • Secured stable employment post-release

Outcome: Family reunification, steady income, zero recidivism after 2 years.

Benefits for Corrections Systems

Increased Safety

In facilities by reducing idle time

Reduced Recidivism

And taxpayer burden

Employer-Ready Pipeline

Upon reentry

Positive Community Impact

Through reintegration and stability

Partnerships with Corrections

We seek collaboration with:

State Departments of Corrections

Wardens and education coordinators

Reentry service providers

Employers ready to hire second-chance workers

Funding & Support Needs

$2.7M

over 3 years

Scale inside-facility programs

Build secure e-learning platforms

Expand credential offerings

Provide reentry support services

Call to Action

Partner with Us to Transform Corrections Education

Together, we can reduce recidivism, increase public safety, and give every returning citizen the opportunity to succeed.

🌐 www.stellarbridges.org

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