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An April 25 ribbon-cutting on its new headquarters building represents several milestones for a St. Louis regional initiative to prevent ex-cons from returning to prison, including a step toward what organizers hope will become a national effort in a few years. Read the full story    

With Grand Opening, Concordance Doubles Down on Big Re-Entry Program Goals. The idea is to provide a one-stop shop for former inmates, instead of bouncing them across the city and county for services. Read the full story

Isom, Kranzberg, Ratcliffe, Carter, Edwards join the ranks of local re-entry organization.

Re-entry organization reaches 100 enrolled participants, readies for 250.

Concordance Academy cut the ribbon on its new headquarters – a 31,000-square-foot facility in an office park at Westport – which was renovated with private donations. Read the full story

Concordance Academy of Leadership plans to help 250 inmates released from prison this year. The local non-profit is the first of its kind that offers participants a holistic approach to successful re-entry. Watch the story

Re-entry organization offering holistic services responds to increasing need for cognitive and relational skills; mental health; wellness; and substance use programming.

This is the first issue of the Concordance Academy’s volunteer newsletter, the Partners’ Update. We are hoping to publish more updates throughout the year, bringing you news about the Academy, its program, participants, staff and volunteers.

Concordance Academy of Leadership raised more than $1.2 million at its second annual gala, “A Western Fling,” held at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis on Saturday, and featured private performance from country music star Brett Young.

Concordance Academy of Leadership has officially launched its services for incarcerated individuals set to leave prison, providing assistance in behavioral health and wellness; education and employment; and community and life skills.