The Matt Haley Trust stands for the inherent human belief in
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Your choice to offer a second chance can spark a chain of compassion, inspiring others to act with the same grace.
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The MHT mission is to make our world a little bit better and kinder. We seek to further Matt’s legacy by removing the establishment hurdles that keep individuals from reaching their full potential. We see the unseen, we question unjust status quo, and we lift.
From Convicted Drug Dealer to Restaurateur
Matt Haley was a restaurateur and former convict who changed his life with the help of others. He died in 2014, but his legacy lives on through the Matt Haley Trust.
We uncover the unseen, challenge the unjust status quo, and elevate those around us.
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Stories of Redemption
By emphasizing second chances, the Matt Haley Trust inspires resilience and redemption, encouraging individuals to overcome their past and forge positive new directions.
Stories of
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Every story is a testament to the resilience found within the echoes of second chances.
Do you have a redemption story to tell?
Finding purpose: How Chuck’s journey to Nicaragua changed lives and hearts
“My real purpose in life is that I can do this,” Chuck says with a smile. His face brightens and, if his words weren’t enough, you can read his happiness in his eyes. Not many people have life’s great joy to wholeheartedly say they have found their purpose, yet Chuck proudly can.
From nursing to advocacy: Yolanda’s faith inspired Zoe Ministries and a new fight for justice
Yolanda is moved by her faith. It shapes her path. As the founder of Zoe Ministries, an organization that helps trafficking survivors and to improve the justice system, it would be easy to believe this was always her passion. Yolanda’s story begins, however, at the end of her search for a job in nursing.
Forging new paths: Jennifer leads La Esperanza in supporting immigrant communities
Redemption isn’t just about our past selves and actions. Sometimes it’s about how we create a way forward. Jennifer, executive director of La Esperanza, highlights this in her work. She sees her job as opening paths and opportunities for people, not about absolving what they have done wrong.
How do you think society’s biases and inequalities impact who gets a second chance? Have you seen this play out in your community
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10 Ways to support someone in transforming their life
Assisting someone in their journey to redemption involves offering them the necessary support, understanding, and encouragement. Read about 10 impactful ways to aid someone in their pursuit of personal transformation.
7 Books about redemption
Redemption and second chances are timeless themes that resonate deeply with readers, offering a glimpse into the transformative power of forgiveness, resilience, and personal growth. The following list highlights ten of the best books that explore these themes, featuring characters who overcome past mistakes, find new purpose, and seek redemption in the face of adversity.
