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Our aerospace manufacturing and food service businesses produce high-quality products while providing career pathways for people who have been impacted by the criminal legal system.
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We provide a wide range of services in communities across Washington state, from detox and stabilization to career training and housing support.
Dismantling mass incarceration through social entrepreneurship
Watch this video to learn more about why our mission matters and the impact of our work in supporting individuals as they work to build healthy, productive lives in our communities.
When Jay was released from federal prison, he was sent to Pioneer Fellowship House, a residential reentry center (RRC) in Seattle operated by Pioneer Human Services where individuals serve out the remainder of their sentence back in the community. Pioneer operates all four RRC’s in the state to assist returning citizens make a successful transition from incarceration to life in the community.
– Jay’s Story
Featured News
Navigating the Path Home: A Guide to Federal Residential Reentry Centers
Every year, tens of thousands of people complete state and federal prison sentences. Many returning citizens struggle to find housing, secure employment, or rebuild the family connections that can anchor a life. And without those foundations, the risk of reoffending climbs sharply. However, individuals in federal prison are released to federal residential reentry centers that […]
Our Impact
9,487
Individuals served in 2024 across the state of Washington
53%
of entire workforce was formerly incarcerated and/or in recovery
79%
of diversion clients received treatment instead of jail time
90%
of federal reentry clients transitioned into stable housing