2009

The year 2009 has arrived, and with it two new requests for help already on our desk this morning: one from the mother of a mentally ill juvenile being abused in a state prison; and one from a prisoner whose ex-wife apparently knew a sure way to get even.

While preparing my annual report for the Board of Directors, I discovered that we personally responded to an average of more than 50 pleas per month in 2008. That's almost two a day, 7 days a week! The amount of help that we could offer varied with each case, but each contact received personal attention.

I thought you might like to see our mission statement:

HUMANITY FOR PRISONERS

Seeking rightful resolutions to wrongful convictions;
Advocating appropriate release for inmates who have served prescribed time;
Defending the constitutional right to receive adequate prison medical care;
Pursuing compassionate action on behalf of prisoners facing imminent death;
Considering assistance for other prisoners with critical needs;
Facilitating reentry, when possible, for freed prisoners; and
Mentoring understudies so that our mission may continue!

With God's help and your continued support and prayers, we're already rolling up our sleeves to face the new year!

Doug Tjapkes, President
HUMANITY FOR PRISONERS
20 W. Muskegon Avenue
Muskegon, MI 49440

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AP said…
Happy New Year and may everything be a bit better than last year! Thanks for all that you do...
January 3, 2009 at 7:17 AM
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