REENTRY · CONFERENCES & NETWORK

A national convening and an inside presence -working together.

Reentry United convenes correctional officials, community organizations, lived experience leaders, employers, and funders around shared outcomes — inside correctional facilities and at the national annual conference. Four consecutive years. Ten states. The largest reentry convening network in Michigan, and a model building toward something national.

Annual Conference
Inside Conference

ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Reentry United National Conference

Overview

Reentry United convenes organizations, service providers, advocates, and community leaders in an annual event to share knowledge, resources, and strategies for successful reentry. These conferences strengthen networks and provide a platform for collaboration, ensuring residents have access to critical support and guidance outside the prison walls.

    • 350+ attendees from 10+ states

    • National networking opportunities for service providers, advocates, and community partners

    • Workshops and panels on reentry best practices

    • Collaborative resource sharing to address gaps in support

    • Stories and insights from residents and practitioners

    • Opportunities to partner and contribute to ongoing reentry initiatives

Next Event

Grand Valley State University

Aug 14, 2026

Next Event Grand Valley State University Aug 14, 2026

  • 4

    Consecutive Years

    Annual conferences hosted

  • 10+

    States Represented

    Cross-state collaboration

  • 350+

    Avg. Attendance

    Per annual event

  • 150+

    Nonprofit Partners

    Active collaborative network

INSIDE CONFERENCE

Reentry United Inside

Overview

We bring educational, motivational, and skill-building conferences directly into correctional facilities. These events equip residents with practical tools, resources, and guidance to prepare for life after incarceration. Our approach focuses on hope, empowerment, and actionable strategies for successful reentry.

    • Motivational sessions led by experienced facilitators

    • Practical tools and life skills workshops

    • Access to reentry resources and local support networks

    • Opportunities to engage in meaningful discussions and reflection

    • Feedback-driven approach tailored to residents’needs

  • 20+

    Events Delivered @ MDOC facilities

    Level I - V

  • 2,000+

    Individuals Reached

    Direct participants inside facilities

  • 4.8/5

    Average Satisfaction

  • 96%

    Would attend again

  • "It was a great event. It made me and a lot of others feel there’s a little more hope and light at the end of the tunnel.”

  • "The program should be offered to the entire prison system. It gave me hope that I may see society and my family one day soon."

  • "Lately I've been in a state of despair dealing with anxiety as a juvenile lifer — but this event gave hope."

  • "I came in there with a closed mind. I left thinking. You covered everything — transportation, housing, clothing, support group, jobs, school. This is real help."

  • "It's good to see guys be advocates for us, be valued, and be treated like human beings. My mistakes don't fully define the person I am overall."

  • "Truly helped me greatly and gave me more hope that I will be alright when I get out, even after doing 21+ years in prison."

  • "The in-explanations of resources available to someone like me after 56 years in prison — my chances of survival depend on them."

Upcoming events

  • Annual Conference

    Grand Valley State University - Main Campus

    August 14th, 2026

    Interested? Contact Us

  • Gus Harrison Correctional Facility

    Level II

    January 2026

  • Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility

    Level II

    February 2026

  • St. Louis Correctional Facility

    Level IV (Quarterly)

    March 2026, June 2026, Sep 2026, Dec 2026)

  • Carson City Correctional Facility

    Level II

    4/15/2026

  • Newberry Correctional Facility

    Level I

    July 2026

  • Thumb Correctional Facility

    Level II

    October 2026

  • Mid-Michigan Correctional Facility

    Level I

    November 2026

  • RGC

    Coming Soon (Quarterly) !

The Michigan Model

We've built a proven, repeatable framework for delivering high-impact conferences across multiple security levels within a state correctional system. What started in Michigan is ready to travel.

If you're a reentry director, DOC administrator, or state coalition interested in bringing this model to your state, we want to hear from you.

Bring This to Your State

Leadership

Angela Sprank

Co-Founder, Re-entry United

Angela is a nationally recognized reentry leader with over 25 years of experience in the criminal justice field. She leads Reentry United’s in-prison and annual conference initiatives, working directly with correctional facilities, residents, and community partners to deliver programs grounded in lived experience, best practices, and measurable outcomes.

Her work spans state and national platforms, and she has developed multiple high-impact reentry programs including workforce pathways, navigation models, and justice-impacted advisory councils designed to reduce recidivism and strengthen community reintegration.

Meet the NCS Team
Sponsorship

Support the convening.
Align with the movement.

Four tiers. Two add-ons. Every level puts your organization in the room with the people shaping reentry in Michigan — and signals that your values and your mission are aligned.

Tier 1 · Limited to 1
$15,000
Lead Partner

Your organization's name in the conference title — "Reentry United Annual Conference, in partnership with [Your Organization]." The most visible alignment in Michigan's reentry space.

What's included
●Conference named in partnership with your organization
●20 conference tickets
●Top logo placement — digital, print, signage, and stage
●Featured in all press releases and email campaigns
●Dedicated social media spotlight — pre, during, and post-event
●Year-round recognition as an NCS mission-aligned partner
Tier 2 · Limited to 2 $7,500
Mission Partner
Lead supporter of the movement
●12 conference tickets
●Dedicated table and premium floor presence
●Logo on event screens, website, and printed materials
●Featured in press releases and email campaigns
●Social media feature — pre and post-event
●Named verbal recognition during event
Tier 3 · Open $3,500
Advocate
Active supporter of reentry reform
●6 conference tickets
●Shared table at the conference
●Logo on website, event signage, and screens
●Social media mention
●Named verbal recognition during event
Tier 4 · Open $1,000
Community Supporter
Grassroots participation
●2 conference tickets
●Name listed on sponsor page and event signage
●Group recognition during event
●Listed in the NCS partner directory
Add-ons Stackable with any tier
$3,000
Luncheon Sponsor
Named lunch host with signage. A natural moment of visibility that doesn't interrupt the program.
$1,500
Reception Sponsor
Named host of the post-conference reception — where the best conversations happen.
Ready to sponsor?

Reach out to discuss availability and custom packages. We're happy to talk through what the right fit looks like for your organization.