Empowering Second Chances. Building Stronger Futures.
T.O.N.E. U.P.
WHAT WE DO
T.O.N.E. U.P. (Teaching Ourselves New Examples to Uplift People) is a nonprofit led by individuals directly impacted by incarceration—people who have lived the barriers to reentry and now build the pathways to overcome them.
We support justice-impacted individuals and their families through pre-release planning, post-release stabilization, and long-term community reintegration.
Our Services
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Mentorship & Coaching
• One-on-one reentry support rooted in healing, identity, and accountability.
• Group coaching focused on goal setting, leadership, and transformation
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Housing Navigation
• Emergency housing referrals and transitional placement support
• Advocacy and connections with second-chance landlords and housing partners
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Employment & Economic Stability
• Resume development, interview prep, and job search assistance
• Partnerships with second-chance employers and training programs
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Civic Engagement & Advocacy
• Voter rights restoration, political education, and community leadership training
• Opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals to lead and organize
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Mental Health & Wellness
• Referrals to trauma-informed therapists and peer support groups
• Wellness coaching and community-based healing circles
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Legal Education & Expungement Navigation
• Support understanding rights under the Clean Slate Act
• Guidance through expungement and identification recovery processes
Hear From Our Community
“They got me into housing, helped me get a state ID, and made me feel like I belonged again. That’s not just a service—that’s family.”
“T.O.N.E. U.P. helped me get my CDL license and turn my life around. Now I’m working full-time and mentoring others.”
“Without T.O.N.E. U.P., I wouldn’t have been able to get to work. They repaired my car and reminded me that my story wasn’t over.”
