Annual Report 2016

In 2016 we had 4 students graduate with Associate of Arts degrees, which was covered by the Tacoma Tribune. In June 2017, we had 19 graduates featured in the Seattle Times. In 2018, we have over 30 women on track to graduate. All of our 12 alumni who have released from prison are enrolled in two and four-year colleges and universities. One alum was accepted at Columbia University, and another graduated from the University of Washington.

We continue to grow and hired a full-time program administrator to recruit teachers and provide outreach to universities. In order to create pathways to education upon release we created a comprehensive reentry plan for our students in partnership with Tacoma Community College and the Department of Corrections.

Every day we see how rigorous, classroom-based education in prison transforms our students. They have increased confidence; become collaborative, critical thinkers; and experience improved relationships with their children and families. Our mission is to make an excellent college education accessible to women, but it is more than that. We fundamentally believe that women in prison are capable, intelligent, and deserving of dignity. Thank you for believing in our students and in the power of education.

Tanya Erzen Executive Director 206.729.2480 erzen@fepps.org

Revenue: $351, 127

Expenses: $350,147