Founded in 1967, The Fortune Society’s vision is to foster a world where all who are incarcerated or formerly incarcerated will thrive as positive, contributing members of society. We do this through a holistic, one-stop model of service provision. Our continuum of care, informed and implemented by professionals with cultural backgrounds and life experiences similar to those of our participants, helps ensure their success. Fortune serves over 8,000 individuals annually via three New York City locations: our service center in Long Island City, Queens, and both the Fortune Academy (“the Castle”) and Castle Gardens in West Harlem. Our program models are recognized both nationally and internationally for their quality and innovation.
"My concept is about believing in the power of individuals to change. The Fortune Society provides the means for the formerly incarcerated to overcome the difficulties they face upon release. Using a quote from the great emancipator himself Abraham Lincoln, the concept illustrates that it is never too late to make good choices - both for yourself and your community."