What would you do with a second chance that could change your life?

For former offenders, it’s an opportunity to mend broken relationships and rebuild their lives. 

A study conducted by the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) and the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) highlighted the importance of supporting families of offenders, to break intergenerational cycles of offending. It also stresses that both the community and family have to work hand-in-hand to promote the best possible outcomes for former offenders and their families. 

Before his incarceration, 49 year old Pramod supported his wife, son, pregnant daughter-in-law and his disabled elderly brother on his earnings as a prime mover. Since his release, he has found it difficult to reintegrate into our society and build a healthy relationship with his family. The lack of support and financial independence has put him in a vulnerable position.

However, Pramod remains resilient and determined. In spite of him knowing that his ex-offender status will pose a huge hurdle when it comes to employment and employability, Pramod stays committed in making a change to become an improved version of himself for his family. 

He recognises the need to improve his chances. Therefore he has enrolled in various courses in hopes of increasing his chances in gaining meaningful employment/attaining financial security.

What is a Giving Circle?

A Giving Circle is a RoH initiative where potential donors like yourself, give into a pooled fund set aside to meet the needs of a specific group of people or for a specific need. 

Our team works closely with our community partners, such as halfway houses, to identify individual clients who need financial assistance.

By donating to this Ex-Offenders Giving Circle, you will help former offenders to find firmer footing as they strive to reintegrate into society and to support themselves and their families. 

How will these funds be utilised? 

Ray of Hope’s caseworkers work closely with our community partners and the client to determine how much each family will be allocated. Support will be given in the form of short-term financial assistance, which sometimes includes grocery vouchers.  

100% of all donations will go to the beneficiaries. Our stringent verification process includes relevant checks with government authorities and verified documents provided by the families to ensure that your donations go to those who need the extra support.

1  Ministry of Social and Family Development & National Council of Social Service (2020). Understanding the intergenerational transmission of criminality in Singapore. Occasional Paper. Retrieved from: https://www.msf.gov.sg/publications/Documents/Occasional-paper-June2020.pdf