A nonprofit resource hub reducing recidivism and empowering at-risk youth through housing navigation, employment support, financial literacy, mentorship, and real community connection.
Our Mission
To reduce recidivism and empower at-risk youth through innovative, community-driven solutions that restore dignity, build opportunity, and strengthen families.
A lot of organizations help from a distance. We don't. Before we talk programs, we listen. We learn where someone is, what they need most, and what barriers are standing in their way. Then we get to work.
We create pathways for personal growth, education, and meaningful employment while building supportive networks that encourage long-term success. By addressing root causes of instability and providing mentorship, we help people unlock their potential and contribute positively to their communities.
We lead with relationships, not paperwork. Our founder walks into state prisons every single week — not to observe, but to coach, connect, and prepare people before they come home. That is the standard we hold ourselves to.
Core Programs
Wraparound services that address every barrier standing between a person and a stable, productive life.
Strategic Re-entry Planning
As a result of the 2nd-degree murder ruling connected to Derek Lee, hundreds of individuals who have been incarcerated for 20, 30, 40, or even 50 years are now newly eligible for release in Pennsylvania.
Many of them have never used a smartphone, never known today's job market, and have no housing, no ID, and no support system waiting for them. Keenan is on the ground, inside the prisons, building trust and preparing people before they come home — so they have a real chance.
Weekly Presence
Every week — without fail — our founder personally enters these facilities to deliver books, run workshops, and provide one-on-one coaching.
| Facility | Type | What We Do There |
|---|---|---|
SCI Phoenix Collegeville, PA |
State Prison | Reentry coaching, book distribution, and one-on-one support for 400+ individuals — including those affected by the 2nd-degree murder ruling who are preparing for release. |
SCI Benner Township Bellefonte, PA |
State Prison | Workshops formally endorsed by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Full curriculum delivery and strategic reentry planning. |
SCI Chester Chester, PA |
State Prison | One-on-one coaching sessions, resource planning, curriculum delivery, and preparation for individuals approaching their release dates. |
Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Center Philadelphia, PA |
Youth Detention | Books, one-on-one mentorship, college & career events, and mini curriculum programming designed specifically for incarcerated youth. |
Henry House Academy Philadelphia, PA |
Alternative School | Classroom speaking, book donations, and consistent long-term mentorship for at-risk students who need a real role model and a plan. |
2024 Humanitarian Award
RecipientLeadership
Certified as an adult at 15, Keenan spent nearly 15 years incarcerated — years he used to transform himself through education, faith, and music. Since re-entering society in 2016, he has built multiple businesses, purchased property, authored two bestselling books, and founded this organization.
He serves as Re-entry Commissioner for Mayor Cherelle Parker's Office of Black Male Engagement and leads restorative justice initiatives at Penn State University. Every week he personally enters Pennsylvania state prisons and Philadelphia youth facilities.
Mayor's Office of Black Male Engagement, City of Philadelphia
Recognized leader in restorative justice initiatives
"The Unspoken Truth and Life Story" + Strategy Guide Workbook
EIN: 39-3134727 · Effective July 9, 2025
Support The Mission
The Re-entry Connect Organization is a registered 501(c)(3). All donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Zeffy charges 0% fees — 100% of your donation reaches the mission.
Stay Connected
Join our community. Whether you are a returning citizen, a family member, a supporter, or someone who wants to help — there is a place for you here.
(267) 709-8083 — We pick up. Real people, real help.
thereentryconnect@gmail.com — We respond within 24 hours.
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