We are one of very few organizations that has taken on the challenge to assist people who have been incarcerated, have served their designated sentences and are penitent. The overall goal is for our participants to begin living more accountable, stable lives. The skills we teach enable citizens to move forward and not be at risk of homelessness, and to secure needed employment, treatment and engage in society.

 

In 2023 The South Carolina Department of Corrections had the lowest recidivism rate in the US at 21.9%. Governor Henry McMaster highlighted this statistic during a news conference, as well as highlighting Catholic Charities' efforts in helping reduce that number. At the time, from those individuals who participated in the Restorative Justice program only 8.97% returned to prison in comparison to the 21.9% state average.

 

​Once a month Restorative Justice holds a Redemption Day for re-entry individuals providing community supports and resources.​