Founded in 1967, The Fortune Society’s mission is to support successful reentry from incarceration and promote alternatives to incarceration.Our mission is to support successful reentry from incarceration and promote alternatives to incarceration, thus strengthening the fabric of our communities.

Core values

- **Addressing Societal Needs**: The organization provides essential services such as affordable and supportive housing, substance use treatment, financial literacy, job readiness, education opportunities, and mental health services, all of which are critical for individuals with incarceration histories[3][4].
- **Improving Quality of Life**: The Fortune Society helps individuals achieve stable housing, employment, and education, which significantly improves their quality of life. Over 78% of individuals in their transitional housing unit successfully move to stable permanent housing[3].
- **Promoting Positive Change**: The organization reduces recidivism rates and promotes alternatives to incarceration, contributing to a fairer and healthier reentry process. Their Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI) program helps individuals lead law-abiding, productive lives[3][4].
- **Contributing to Community Well-being**: By providing over 30,000 nutritious meals, conducting thousands of therapy sessions, and offering various support services, The Fortune Society enhances the well-being of both the individuals they serve and the broader community[3].