My Nonprofit Reviews
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Review for Liberation Prison Project Inc, San Francisco, CA, USA
I have volunteered for a number of non-profit organizations over many years and have never found one as beneficial or important as LPP who serve many prisoners incarcerated around the world by providing Buddhist books and support through correspondence. The volunteers and small number of paid staff work tirelessly on behalf of the clients, ensuring they receive the resources and support they request and constantly working to improve services. I see firsthand how beneficial the services are for the inmates because of the wonderful feedback received from them in letters they write. I also visit inmates and they are so inspired by the LPP Newsletter and books they receive, reading them over and over again. Never have I witnessed so much overt appreciation for what someone has been given, whether it is gratitude for books or support in letters sent to them by corresponding teachers. LPP is devoted to providing the very best service and resources to a population largely overlooked in our society. Often, the only foundation for a positive return to society for our clients is the support and assistance provided by LPP. The inmates are given real tools to deal with the problems they face in handling adversity with a positive attitude and outlook in prison and once they return to the community. Frequently, the only support the prisoner receives is from LPP, as many are abandoned by friends and family.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
feedback I have received from prisoners in the letters they write to me and in person when I visit them to give teachings. Prisoners state in detail how much the letters have helped them to grow personally and how much they have benefited. The prisoners are often an inspiration to those around them and as a result of the support they receive from LPP, they share their materials and understandings with fellow prisoners.
What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
sharing the dharma with so many devoted practioners in prison and seeing their personal growth despite very difficult circumstances and knowing that sometimes I am the only person who sends a kind or encouraging word. Often prisoners are abandoned by family and friends and they feel I am the only caring friend they have.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
the most dedicated, committed, hard-working, and inspiring people I have ever had the privilege of knowing. In spite of many obstacles, they never lose sight of the importance of the work and the number of grateful people who are the recipients of their efforts. The staff are always so kind, caring, and responsive to both prisoners and volunteers. It has been nothing but an inspiration to volunteer for LPP.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
visit prisoners all over the world in person, teaching, bringing books and vastly expanding their inventory of books, DVDs and CDs sent to prisoners.
Ways to make it better...
I lived closer to LPP so that I could do more for them.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
