Welcome to Safer Foundation

Safer Foundation is one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit providers of services designed exclusively for people with criminal records. Our vision is equal employment opportunities for people with criminal records thereby improving the socio-economic well-being of the individual, their family, and community.

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Become a client

"Safer gave me the one thing I needed... a second chance. I was in school there. I took my GED and passed the test my first time. I was one of the highest scores in my class. I also got about eight certificates working with Safer Foundation. I'm living a better life now.”
-- Juan Cruz, Safer Client

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Become a Safer Employer

BECOME AN EMPLOYER

"Safer Foundation allows us to fill various workforce needs, while providing an opportunity to those in need of a second chance."
-- Craig Freedman, President of Freedman Seating

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Become a Volunteer/Advocate

"It was extremely gratifying helping individuals with their needs, seeing people progress.....There were lots of times when clients taught me something too, like patience and perseverance, and people who won't give up."
-- Byron Sullivan, 2016 Volunteer

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Safer Demand Skills Collaborative®

Current Safer clients who have experience in or hold certificates/credentials in the following industries - Healthcare, Food Service/Hospitality, Manufacturing, Technology and Transportation - may be eligible for our Safer Demand Skills Collaborative®

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