Our Impact
Read how we've made an impact on our Wall of Hope
Hear from our community about how they’re grateful for the hard work of our staff and partners, inspired by our efforts, and driven by our mission for a effective and humane criminal legal system.
Mary-Jude V.
I think it is wonderful that other people care about those incarcerated and the need to change so many things about prison and our legal system.
Louise A.
I am a strong believer in Justice for all. There is little justice for minorities in the USA, from housing to jobs to fair wages to educational opportunities to policing practices. The Sentencing Project addresses a most obvious aspect of this. Thank you.
Valerie M.
We are in desperate need of sentencing reform and The Sentencing Project is doing wonderful work on getting us there. Through education and research we can help others understand what's going on, and why they should care.
Sarah B.
This is very personal for me as this impacts my oldest son. I agree that there are better ways to deal with wrong choices and decisions especially by young adults that are not yet able to make the best choices. Throwing them in prison and treating them like animals instead of human beings is not helping anyone. Find the problem and help fix it. It’s time for a change with our justice system.
Kimberly T.
As a public defender, I recognize the harms mass incarceration causes to our communities and try to use my position to help educate others and work to reform the system. Incarceration is one of the least effective ways of making positive changes (both for the individual charged and for the community) and I try to advocate for alternates to incarceration whenever I can. The Sentencing Project's resources have made that easier, and I am happy to support their work whenever I can.
Karen B.
I support the Sentencing Project because our criminal justice system does not protect all people. In fact, many people in our country and others around the world are justifiably afraid of our police officers. They are rightly afraid of the very people we expect to keep them safe. It does not have to be this way. The Sentencing Project is working to fix this.
Susan M.
It is time for restitution, compassion, and mediation to replace our current system of vengeance and warehousing people who have gotten trapped in the horror of the criminal justice system.
Michael L. P.
You are a credible and mainstream voice that offsets the hysteria of groups that have turned the US criminal justice system away from justice.
Felicia H.
I have watched your work for years. I saw how many individuals were positively affected by your hard work to end the crack disparity sentences. Thank you.
Thomas K.
The Sentencing Project provides the research and tools to help us create a more just society,
Dolores A.
Punishment using a simplistic and biased incarceration model does not make society safe. Public knowledge about this, along with political advocacy, is a necessary part of ending mass incarceration. Ending mass incarceration would make resources available for education, treatment, vocational training, housing, community recreation spaces, and all that makes a society healthy and secure.
Carol R.
The Sentencing Project is a very important tool to see that real justice is served and the punishment fits the crime. Equal justice under the law is not being well-served.
Victor P.
Just know that the work you do inspires others, and I appreciate all you are doing to end the scourge of mass incarceration in our country.
Virginia S.
As an organizer with Matir Asurim: Jewish Care Network for Incarcerated People, I regularly turn to The Sentencing Project for research and advocacy information. The work is enormous and never-ending, and they are a steady, solid resource.
An anonymous supporter
I am very grateful for The Sentencing project. We have to continue to come together and have hope for our loved ones that's incarcerated. The Sentencing Project has given me hope that there are people listening and who cares about what goes on in these prisons. I will continue to stand and hope more people join so that one day mass incarceration can come to an end.
Rosemary C.
Please know that there are many who believe in support you and will never stop doing so. Keep the faith because we are with you.
Tracy M.
You are not alone, we are with you and will continue to fight for justice! No justice, No peace!
Sharon B.
“If you are not hungry for justice, you are usually too full of privilege. “
Winston T.
Thanks for helping those who are incarcerated unfairly and those who do not receive equal treatment under the law.
Michelle T.
I am so grateful for your work to end mass incarceration & stop unfair sentencing for Black & brown people. Thank you for your hard work. It is vital work!
Debi M.
Please keep continuing to be our warriors for this great cause. We need and appreciate all you do so keep fighting!!!!!
Sonia M.
Thank you for the job you are doing. I know it’s not easy, but continue to get back up when knocked down. We need more people like you because unfortunately the justice system is not necessarily for all.
An anonymous supporter
I'm 77 and have been working on prison policy reform for about 30 years in a Republican controlled state. I am hopeful because so many citizens of Wisconsin have been become educated and informed about the realities of prison and its impact on individuals, especially those of color.
Warren Clay H.
I find it refreshing that this organization appears to be beginning - just beginning - to apply the pressure necessary to reverse this unconscionable approach to sentencing, as well - the country needs to return to a more humane and less punitive approach. Such a change would ultimately have a positive impact on far more than just sentencing!
Rebecca F.
Thank you for dedicating your time and emotional energy to this work that illuminates a path forward and offers radical hope, even in times of desperation and despair.
Aiysha G.
My hope is that this group continues to help our families fight against the colossal bully that is the system. My gratitude is too big for this space. The time spent on our loved ones, even if for a second, is worth its weight and, more in gold.
