Concord Prison Outreach

09/03/2026

This a public event, hope to see you there😊

07/09/2026

A little to a much colder day this spring! As we recognized the 250th anniversary of American independence this past weekend, we’re honored to have marched alongside so many incredible community groups in Concord’s Patriots’ Day Parade in April. Here’s to community, service, and the work that brings us together. 💚

06/23/2026

Our community is the best! 💚 What a wonderful afternoon at the beautiful Verrill Farm, celebrating the volunteers who make CPO's work possible. Thank you for all you do! 🎉

06/10/2026

We wrapped up another great Restorative Justice Facilitator training last month! Thank you to Legendary Legacies Inc. for making this such an impactful training.

06/04/2026

Concord Prison Outreach is proud to celebrate the release of Black Son-Shine, a new poetry book by our Executive Director, Sam Williams.

Through deeply personal storytelling, Sam Williams reflects on a life shaped by environment, adversity, and the consequences of difficult choices. From the realities of incarceration to the inner work required for change, this book offers an honest look at the forces that shape who we become.

🔗Get your copy today for $20 by visiting concordprisonoutreach.org/blacksonshine

Proceeds from every book purchase support CPO’s programs, helping to foster restorative justice, family connection, personal growth, and successful reentry for individuals impacted by incarceration.

05/22/2026

Hi everyone! We are launching a new ongoing series called Continuous Education Dialogues. This will be an engaging and reflective space designed to deepen your understanding and strengthen your impact as a volunteer. However, you do not need to be a current CPO volunteer to attend. These dialogues are for all members of the community who are interested in CPO's work and mission.

May’s topic is: CPO “Are We Serving Correctly” (Aligning Needs with Incarceration Levels). This dialogue explores whether current programming and services are effectively aligned with the actual needs and population levels within incarceration settings. Participants will reflect on gaps, resource distribution, and how to better match support systems with those most impacted.

When: Thursday, May 28
Where: Zoom
Time: 7:00-8:30 PM

Zoom Registration Link (Registration is required so you can receive any reading material in advance!): https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q7lF7naXR-60FsizhoGIKg

Looking forward to seeing you there!

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

https://samwilliamsbooks.com/

About the Book The Black Son-Shine Book Series brings together poetry and short stories that trace the life of Sam Williams, an urban youth raised in Roxbury, Boston, Massachusetts. My story is shaped by a deep search for connection, belonging, and identity. This book moves beyond a typical poetic m...

05/15/2026

We were thrilled partner with MedConnect at UMass Amherst who sponsored and assembled 30 backpacks for our WELCOMEBACKpack initiative, directly supporting incarcerated individuals who may face housing instability or homelessness upon release.

Afterwards, Sam Williams, CPO’s executive director shared about his background, CPO’s Restorative Justice Recovery Circles, and the realities of the addiction epidemic on the inside.

A huge thank you to the student team who helped make this assembly night happen! 💚

05/04/2026

Snapshots from our community picnic in partnership with Freedom's Way National Heritage Area! 🧺🌼

Community members heard presentations on MCI-Concord, Charlestown Prison, and Rutland Prison Camp (facilities that have all since closed) and engaged in thoughtful dialogue around the question, “What Would the Walls of MCI-Concord Say?”

We also got to see the blooming daffodils planted last year by volunteers at the nearby at the Prison Reformatory Cemetery.

Thank you to everyone who joined the beautiful, sunny afternoon! 🍦