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Real moments. Shared purpose.

A community showing up for what comes next.

From local partnerships and community recognition to graduation and outreach, these moments reflect the people and connections behind Prison to Purpose.

Prison to Purpose founder Jerars Canada with Arlington Mayor Jim Ross

Community partnership

Jerars Canada with Arlington Mayor Jim Ross.

NAACP Arlington Texas Branch 2026 Community Awards and Scholarship Gala poster honoring Jerars Canada with the Criminal Justice Award

A meaningful honor

Jerars Canada was honored with the Criminal Justice Award at the NAACP Arlington Texas Branch 2026 Community Awards & Scholarship Gala.

Prison to Purpose graduates celebrating together with Jerars Canada

Milestones

A graduation celebration recognizing the work and progress of program participants.

Forest Hill Mayor Stephanie Bordingham speaking at a Prison to Purpose graduation

Words of encouragement

Forest Hill Mayor Stephanie Bordingham speaks at a Prison to Purpose graduation.

Prison to Purpose information table set up at a community vendor event

Out in the community

Sharing Prison to Purpose information and resources at a vendor event.

Another Prison to Purpose graduating class celebrating together

Another milestone

Another graduating class celebrates its progress and next steps.

Prison to Purpose founder Jerars Canada with Mansfield Mayor Michael Evans, Sr.

Local partnership

Jerars Canada with Mansfield Mayor Michael Evans, Sr.

Participants celebrating together at the 2026 Race Toward Purpose 5K

Race Toward Purpose 5K · 2026

A joyful moment with participants and supporters at this year’s 5K.

Junior speaking to the crowd at the 2026 Race Toward Purpose 5K

Race Toward Purpose 5K · 2026

Junior shares a few words with the 5K crowd.

Commissioner Alisa Simmons holding a Race Toward Purpose 5K sign

Race Toward Purpose 5K · 2026

Commissioner Alisa Simmons shows her support at the 5K.

Prison to Purpose board members wearing 5K shirts together at the event

Race Toward Purpose 5K · 2026

Board members come together at the 2026 5K.

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