The angel's message to the shepherds that night was clear: "For unto YOU is born this day, a Savior."
Even in the stillness of the fields, God’s hope reached the lowly shepherds, reminding us that Christ’s love is for everyone—the weak and the strong, the sinner and the "saint", the broken and the whole. This season is all about HOPE—the hope that transforms lives, brings second chances, and renews hearts.
Will you join us in sharing this hope by providing second chance opportunities to those who have chosen Christ? Together, we can shine His light in the lives of those who need it most.
This Christmas Share HOPE.
Give Someone a Second Chance This Season
We believe in the power of the gospel, relational discipleship, tangible support, and second chance opportunities. Join us in our mission to END recidivism in the state of South Carolina!
Transforming Lives
“When incarcerated people are offered the JUMPSTART program that combines Christian teaching, discipleship, mentoring, job training, transitional housing, and other support services, the rate at which these individuals return to prison drops dramatically.”
Harry, Former Inmate
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Transitional Support, Lasting Impact
Jumpstart is truly transforming lives, and their proven results of only 4% recidivism are outstanding. Jumpstart is what true rehabilitation looks like and is a model that deserves consideration in all states.
Craig Nowokunski
Inside Program Volunteer
I prayed for the Lord to send a support system, a life line to my family to help my son to find the strength, courage, and support system to be not only drug free, happy, and healthy but also become a productive young man in society. This program rebuilds faith and families.
Amy Mullinax
Mom of Participant
The JUMPSTART ministry has been a real blessing not only to participants of the program but to the family and friends of participants and the community in which they worship, work and live.
Local Resident
My name is Kimberly and I have been a participant for a year now. The program truly works if you take advantage of all they have to offer. What JUMPSTART offers is a new way of living and help to stay grounded in Christ . The program truly changed my life .
Kimberly Mccall
Participant
After knowing hundreds of Jumpstart participants, I have an entirely different perspective. Individuals who are released from incarceration face a huge deficit. With no job, no income and a felony record no one will house them; second chances is exactly what Jumpstart is all about.
Jay Bliven
Volunteer / Mentor
Truly an incredible and inspiring ministry. Making a huge impact on our community, but more importantly, people's lives, and eternity.
Local Resident
Transforming Lives Alongside Our Partners
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INSIDE PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS
100+
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GOD is working in South Carolina, will you join us in our mission to break cycles and transform lives through the Gospel?