Refoundry
Non-profit OrganizationsNew York, United States2-10 Employees
Refoundry is a nonprofit based in Brooklyn, New York, that trains people who have been incarcerated to repurpose discarded materials into home furnishings. The program provides pathways to financial independence and helps participants grow into leaders and potential job creators in their communities. Its curriculum combines hands-on training with supportive services, including mental health and addiction referrals, and classes in internet literacy, finance, business, resume building and interview skills, along with apprenticeships and business coaching. Operating as a small nonprofit, Refoundry focuses on individuals reentering society after incarceration and equips them with practical skills for self-employment or employment. Through mentoring and a structured program, it supports participants as they pursue their own business ventures or career paths, aiming to reduce barriers to economic participation in their communities.