The Chris Wilson Foundation

07/21/2026

Today, Harm and Punishment: Incarcerated Writers on Violence and the U.S. Prison System is officially out in the world!📚

Drawn from the American Prison Writing Archive, this collection features essays from incarcerated writers exploring how violence shapes lives before, during, and after incarceration. Through personal stories and reflections, the book challenges readers to think differently about harm, punishment, and what justice can look like.

We’re proud to have supported the American Prison Writing Archive to help make sure the incarcerated writers who contributed to this book were paid for their work. Their lived experiences, ideas, and perspectives matter, and recognizing the value of those contributions is something we deeply believe in.

If you’re looking for your next read, you can pick up a copy through Haymarket Books website. Congratulations to the authors, editors, and everyone who helped make this book possible🖤✨📚

07/16/2026

More moments from the signing of SB524 with the Baltimore MONSE. This legislation supports a more coordinated approach to ensuring young people have access to the support and resources they need to build stronger futures.

06/16/2026

Last week, Chris Wilson joined the RISE Graduation in New York to share his story and celebrate the graduates✨

Thank you to the RISE team for the invitation and for the important work you do. Congratulations to all of the graduates—we can’t wait to see what’s next for each of you. 💙

06/10/2026

We’ve been working on some exciting things! Take a look at our May newsletter to see what we’ve been up to and how you can help💙✨

05/26/2026

We were honored to join for the signing of SB524 and witness a meaningful moment. This bill supports more coordinated approaches to helping young people access support and resources needed to build stronger futures🖤

05/13/2026

Our April Newsletter is here! Thank you to everyone who continues to support the mission and work of The Chris Wilson Foundation💙

04/13/2026

04/06/2026

Our March newsletter is here! Check it out to stay up to date on all things CWF💙

04/03/2026

At the Chris Wilson Foundation, we’re proud to support individuals as they rebuild and move forward. When one person gets a second chance, whole communities grow stronger. 💛

03/31/2026

✨As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to honor the impact of the incredible women in our community and beyond.

At the Chris Wilson Foundation, we are inspired every day by women who lead with purpose, uplift others, and create pathways to opportunity. This month, we’ve had the privilege of highlighting some of those wonderful individuals.

This month isn’t just about celebration. It’s about honoring that work and those quiet wins that don’t always get seen. We celebrate you, not just this month, but every day. ✨💜