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The First 72+ is here to welcome you home.
We envision a world where prior incarceration is not a barrier to secure housing, employment, and community acceptance.
Through the leadership and wisdom of formerly incarcerated people themselves, The First 72+ transforms the re-entry experience into one that builds on the strengths and abilities of people returning home from prison and ensures that they, their families, and their communities are given the greatest opportunity to grow and thrive.
Our Impact
We have supported more than 4,500+ people on their journey home from incarceration.
How We Help
Transitional Housing
Residents live rent-free while receiving access to wrap around services designed to help them achieve independence.
Technology Life Skills
By referral, and coming soon to the new Ben Smith Welcome Home Center.
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Case Management
Our team of Case Managers and Reentry Coaches assist clients with achieving self-sufficiency, informed by their own experiences as formerly incarcerated people.
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Reentry Legal Services
We connect clients to free Reentry Legal Clinics through our partners at the Justice and Accountability Center and Southeast Louisiana Legal Services.
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Economic Empowerment
We work to enable clients to achieve economic independence and stability through comprehensive support and resources, addressing key areas such as banking, transportation, housing, employment, credit, financial literacy, and investing. We also provide low-interest loans through our partnership with the Fountain Fund.
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Prerelease Support
We work with incarcerated clients at facilities across LA to create individualized reentry plans and speak in support at parole board hearings
Join us and let’s make a better world, today
"These people are here to help people, to help people to adapt back to society and help people get on their feet. And they don’t stop until they make sure you have everything you need."
Success Stories
We're proud to share what clients are saying about our work with them. Read how The First 72+ is transforming the lives of formerly incarcerated individuals.
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Ben Smith Welcome Home Center
The 3,200 square foot house will be home to 8 men transitioning out of prison and serve as a space for culinary courses and technological literacy programs.
