Concordance

08/31/2026

The United States spends billions of dollars each year on incarceration, and when people return to prison, those costs continue to grow.

If we equip people with the tools to succeed after release, this will reduce the long-term cost of incarceration. Through our holistic re-entry model, we’ve achieved just this.

According to a study done by the National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago, Concordance participants were 50% less likely to return to prison within the first six months after release compared to individuals receiving standard parole supervision.

Because when individuals succeed after incarceration, everyone benefits.

🔗Read the full study findings here: https://concordance.org/norc-study/

08/28/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our very own Devin Grimes on becoming Peer Support Certified!

This achievement is an incredible reflection of Devin's professional growth. Peer Support Specialists play an essential role at Concordance, providing mentorship and guidance, and using lived experience to support our participants. This certification reflects Devin's Fidelity to our program and participant outcomes.

Congratulations, Devin! Thank you for all that you do for Concordance! 👏

08/26/2026

Take a few moments to experience Morning Circle. Listen to participants speak about what they value, and what they're working to build.

Every morning at Concordance begins with Morning Circle, where we begin every day with connection, reflection, and encouragement. This constant reflection and refocus keeps the mindset that meaningful change happens one day at a time. As a team, we support each other, stay on track, and remain grounded in our shared values.

08/24/2026

What is a Care Team?

At Concordance, every participant is supported by a dedicated team of professionals who work together to address their individual needs.

Care Teams are made up of several team members:
➜ Therapists
➜ Case managers
➜ Career coaches
➜ Employment relationship managers
➜ Peer support specialists
➜ Spiritual care experts

Each team member provides coordinated care to our participants so that they receive holistic, individualized support on their re-entry journeys.

🔗 Learn more about the Concordance re-entry model: https://concordance.org/our-program/

08/21/2026

Join our team!

Concordance is currently hiring multiple positions across ALL of our locations.

We are looking for passionate people who care about giving someone their first real chance at a renewed life. Explore our current listings and join a mission-driven team dedicated to breaking the cycle of recidivism.

📍 St. Louis, Missouri
📍 Richmond, Virginia
📍 Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina
📍 Charleston, South Carolina

🔗 Apply here:

Explore career opportunities at Concordance. Join a mission-driven team supporting successful re-entry, and long-term stability.

08/17/2026

This week we’re celebrating Susan Stith’s two-year anniversary as CEO of Concordance! 🎉

Susan joined Concordance with more than two decades of executive leadership. She is a nationally recognized thought leader in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, and before joining Concordance, retired from Cigna as the Vice President, DEI, Civic Affairs and President of the Cigna Foundation.

Over the past two years, her leadership has helped guide us through an exciting period of growth, strengthen our impact, and advance our mission. She leads with heart, purpose, and a contagious energy that is truly one-of-a-kind.

Join us in congratulating Susan on two incredible years of leadership. Happy anniversary, Susan!

08/17/2026

📍Our Richmond, Virginia Center has opened a clothing closet, and we need your help stocking the shelves!

This free resource for our participants provides business and business casual clothing items to support preparations for job interviews. We are currently seeking donations of men’s:
➜ Collared shirts
➜ Business and business casual pants
➜ Belts
➜ Shoes

✨ We are asking that items be new or gently used and laundered before donation. ✨

For drop off coordination in Richmond, Virginia, please contact Kris Keating at (804) 701 – 4702 or [email protected].

08/14/2026

Clear eyes, full hearts, can’t lose.

What started organically has become the mantra of our St. Louis Center.

Each morning, participants and team members gather at Morning Circle to connect before the day begins. As morning circle comes to a close, these six words are spoken together.

These words represent the mindset we bring to each day. They remind us to stay focused, show up for one another, and keep moving forward, one day at a time.

With clear eyes, and full hearts, we can’t lose.

08/12/2026

Last month, Concordance team members across our St. Louis, Richmond, and Greenville-Spartanburg Centers came together for our third ever organization-wide Town Hall.

Together, we celebrated wins, shared updates and feedback, and reflected on our work and our mission. Team members also heard from Susan Stith, our CEO, and members of the executive team, who shared exciting updates about Concordance’s future and what lies ahead.

👏 Thank you to everyone who joined us, and to our team members that continue to move our mission forward each day!

08/07/2026

One year ago, James was released from incarceration. Today, he’s celebrating one year of stability, sobriety, and success.

“One year ago today around this time, I was released from Tyger River. I've made it a whole year with no law interactions, drug relapses, graduated from Concordance, and have held the same job and housing this whole time. It's been hard but I wouldn't have been able to be where I'm at now without the help from you and everyone there at the center. I love y'all and hope everyone is doing good.”

-James, Concordance Alumni

James’ success is made possible because of our community that believes in real first chances. Together we can help more individuals rebuild their lives and create brighter futures. Make your impact today.

🔗https://concordance.org/donate/