[company_age]26.0[/company_age][employees]11-50 employees[/employees][funding]grant[/funding][description]Hudson Link for Higher Education in Prison is a unique non-profit organization dedicated to empowering incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals in New York State through transformative college education, life skills training, and comprehensive reentry support. Founded and led by formerly incarcerated individuals, Hudson Link possesses an unparalleled understanding of the challenges faced by this population and is deeply committed to their success. 

Hudson Link's holistic approach sets it apart from other organizations. It begins with pre-incarceration support, preparing individuals for the rigors of college coursework. Through partnerships with accredited colleges, Hudson Link offers associate and bachelor's degree programs within correctional facilities, providing incarcerated individuals with access to higher education previously unavailable to them. This commitment to education extends beyond prison walls, as Hudson Link provides essential transitional services to aid in successful reintegration into society. These services include housing assistance, career readiness training, and the innovative 'New Beginnings' initiative, which constructs transitional housing for returning citizens. 

Hudson Link's impact is undeniable. Its low recidivism rate of less than 2% within three years of release and high employment rate of 85% within three months of release stand as testaments to the organization's effectiveness. Hudson Link's dedication to holistic development and unwavering support empower individuals to break the cycle of incarceration and build brighter futures for themselves, their families, and their communities.[/description][ps]College education, life skills training, reentry support, transitional housing, pre-incarceration support, career readiness training[/ps]