For those coming home, for families walking this road, and for anyone who wants to help. These are organizations doing real work on the ground in Texas and beyond.
Please note: I am a private individual and do not operate or endorse any of these organizations. This list is provided as a starting point only. Always verify contact information and program availability directly with the organization before making decisions based on this page.
Incarceration affects the entire family. If your loved one is currently incarcerated — or has recently come home — these resources are for you too.
Every year, Angel Tree delivers Christmas gifts and the Gospel to children of incarcerated parents on behalf of their mom or dad behind bars. A meaningful way for churches to love the families left at home.
prisonfellowship.org/angel-tree →A Christian weekend retreat program for women who have a loved one in prison. Offers community, healing, and connection with others walking the same road. Organized through Kairos Prison Ministry.
kairostexas.org →The official TDCJ resource covering visitation rules, mail, phone calls, commissary deposits, and how to navigate the system when your loved one is inside.
Download Family Guide (PDF) →Research, guides, and data specifically addressing the impact of incarceration on families — children, spouses, and communities.
prisonpolicy.org →Connects families to local social services — food, housing, childcare, mental health, and crisis help. Available by phone or online.
If you or a family member is in emotional crisis — call or text 988. Free, confidential, available 24/7. The stress of incarceration on families is real and you do not have to carry it alone.
The official TDCJ-linked reentry and employment resource portal for individuals preparing for or navigating release.
reentry.tdcj.texas.gov →Provides three-phase reentry support including ID documents, risk assessment, case management, employment readiness, and post-release services.
Official volunteer training and approval for those who want to serve inside Texas prisons and state jails.
Official TDCJ guide covering visitation, mail, phone calls, commissary, and how to navigate the system as a family member.
Download Family Guide (PDF) →Statewide reentry resource guide covering housing, employment, identification documents, legal aid, and community programs.
guides.sll.texas.gov →A TDCJ-approved faith-based transitional living program in Houston for men released from incarceration. Offers structured housing, Christian discipleship, accountability, life-skills support, and mentoring. Considered one of the more established Christian transition programs in Texas.
Houston faith-based reentry organization offering discipleship, transitional housing connections, coaching, employment placement, and volunteer training.
Christian transitional homes, discipleship, mentoring, employment support, and reentry community based in Austin.
texasreachout.org →Faith-based reentry support addressing employment, education, housing, healthcare, spiritual guidance, and family reunification — all six core areas of need after release.
medc-tori.org →Prison ministry, reentry support, mentoring, and church connection for the incarcerated and those coming home.
Texas prison ministry emphasizing accountability, victim impact, spiritual transformation, and reentry resources.
bridgestolife.org →Christian prison ministry with inside programs and family support through Kairos Outside — serving both the incarcerated and their loved ones.
kairostexas.org →National Christian prison ministry with in-prison programs, church resources, Angel Tree (gifts for children of incarcerated parents), and reentry partnerships.
prisonfellowship.org →Christ-centered recovery program for hurts, habits, and hang-ups. A strong church partnership option for sobriety, accountability, and community after release.
celebraterecovery.com →Pre-release and post-release employment, entrepreneurship training, executive mentoring, and long-term reentry support.
pep.org →Job search assistance, training referrals, resume help, workforce offices statewide, and employer connections for returning citizens.
twc.texas.gov →Regional coalition connecting returning citizens in the Fort Worth/Tarrant County area with housing, employment, and support services.
tcreentry.org →Free, confidential crisis support for suicidal thoughts, mental health crisis, or emotional distress. Available 24/7.
Free, confidential treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use disorders. Available 24/7, 365 days a year.
Connects Texans to local social services including food, housing, healthcare, childcare, and crisis assistance. Available by phone and online.
Search tool for food, housing, transportation, health, legal, and financial assistance by ZIP code. Helps connect individuals to local programs quickly.
findhelp.org →Know of a resource that should be on this list? I would love to hear about it.
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