Dave-o
06-03-2004, 08:04 AM
Note: "Brothers In White" is so called because of the white uniforms Texas residents must wear.
Can you imagine your loved one getting out of prison and having a network of over 50,000 men to help him lead a normal and prosperous life? A new movement called "Brothers In White" is already taking off in many Units across the State. This non-profit organization (501c3) is based on a Christian foundation and is totally reliant on one ex-prisoner helping another. Just as one recovering alcoholic helps another to stay sober, BIW offers one-on-one support for each other beginning inside the Units, but most importantly, following their release. BIW Fellowship halls will be opening throughout the State allowing ex-prisoners to help each other succeed in society by pooling their resources. As a Christian-based organization, we offer 7 Tenets, or "truths" taken directly from the bible. But your loved one does not have to be Christian to get involved. Just an open mind and heart. It must be pointed out that there is no program in the State right now (other than BIW) that is made up entirely of prisoners and ex-prisoners dependent upon each other to succeed and lead normal and productive lives. Yes, there are dozens of current organizations that offer ex-prisoners help in many areas. Unfortunately, many men walking out of the gates of Huntsville are unaware of these programs. BIW will have a Christian sponsor (ex-prisoner) at those gates waiting to help him. This sponsor will be well trained in the many areas of help already available to the ex-prisoner including Project RIO, substance abuse centers, job opportunities, aftercare facilities, halfway houses, housing subsidies and ex-prisoner friendly churches in his area.
Eventually, as more members get out, the organization will grow accordingly. Since starting this program last month, I am already receiving letters from residents currently housed in Units all over the State of Texas. They are eager to become "Brothers In White" and become part of a self-help movement that will make them feel “wanted” in society. No, it is not "Us helping Them"...it is "Them helping Themselves" to succeed and prosper! The concept and creation of Brothers In White belongs to Michael Todd Reese # 1172674 at the Price Daniel Unit. He says “if the Lord wishes something to be built, it WILL be built”. He has no fears of the future growth of this program, as it is not his. It belongs to Jesus and every single one of our Brothers In White If you would like more information on how to get your Texas Loved One involved, please write to:
Brothers In White
P.O. Box 4131
Midland, TX 79704
Sincerely,
David P.White
Midland, TX
(432) 689-2680
Can you imagine your loved one getting out of prison and having a network of over 50,000 men to help him lead a normal and prosperous life? A new movement called "Brothers In White" is already taking off in many Units across the State. This non-profit organization (501c3) is based on a Christian foundation and is totally reliant on one ex-prisoner helping another. Just as one recovering alcoholic helps another to stay sober, BIW offers one-on-one support for each other beginning inside the Units, but most importantly, following their release. BIW Fellowship halls will be opening throughout the State allowing ex-prisoners to help each other succeed in society by pooling their resources. As a Christian-based organization, we offer 7 Tenets, or "truths" taken directly from the bible. But your loved one does not have to be Christian to get involved. Just an open mind and heart. It must be pointed out that there is no program in the State right now (other than BIW) that is made up entirely of prisoners and ex-prisoners dependent upon each other to succeed and lead normal and productive lives. Yes, there are dozens of current organizations that offer ex-prisoners help in many areas. Unfortunately, many men walking out of the gates of Huntsville are unaware of these programs. BIW will have a Christian sponsor (ex-prisoner) at those gates waiting to help him. This sponsor will be well trained in the many areas of help already available to the ex-prisoner including Project RIO, substance abuse centers, job opportunities, aftercare facilities, halfway houses, housing subsidies and ex-prisoner friendly churches in his area.
Eventually, as more members get out, the organization will grow accordingly. Since starting this program last month, I am already receiving letters from residents currently housed in Units all over the State of Texas. They are eager to become "Brothers In White" and become part of a self-help movement that will make them feel “wanted” in society. No, it is not "Us helping Them"...it is "Them helping Themselves" to succeed and prosper! The concept and creation of Brothers In White belongs to Michael Todd Reese # 1172674 at the Price Daniel Unit. He says “if the Lord wishes something to be built, it WILL be built”. He has no fears of the future growth of this program, as it is not his. It belongs to Jesus and every single one of our Brothers In White If you would like more information on how to get your Texas Loved One involved, please write to:
Brothers In White
P.O. Box 4131
Midland, TX 79704
Sincerely,
David P.White
Midland, TX
(432) 689-2680