Persevere Now

Persevere Now We create real second chances through opportunity, skills and community.

Persevere is a national nonprofit serving TN, AZ, SC, NE, MA & FL designed to advance tech careers, mental health support & reentry services for justice-impacted individuals. Persevere is on a mission to break the cycle of incarceration and poverty by empowering justice-impacted individuals with tech education, career readiness, and holistic support. We believe in second chances, community-driven

solutions, and the transformative power of opportunity. Through coding education, reentry support, job placement, and a network of care—we help people rebuild their lives and unlock their full potential.

💻 Powered by tech.
❤️ Driven by purpose.
🌍 Rooted in community. Follow us to hear real stories, get involved, and join a national movement where everyone has a fair chance to thrive.

A peaceful Sunday creates a powerful week. Let's set up for both.June is officially here and the momentum is real — but ...
06/07/2026

A peaceful Sunday creates a powerful week. Let's set up for both.

June is officially here and the momentum is real — but momentum without intention is just noise. Today is your invitation to slow down before you speed back up. Journal it out — write down your thoughts, your wins, and your worries. Clarity comes on paper. Recharge your energy — rest, unplug, and do something that actually fills your cup, not drains it. Set your week intention — what's your focus? What do you want to feel, do, and accomplish this week? Name it before Monday names it for you. Practice gratitude — a grateful heart creates a positive mindset and a positive mindset creates better outcomes. Prepare your environment — a clean space creates a clear mind. Set yourself up to win before the week even starts. Rest is productive. Reflection is powerful. Purpose is everything. 💙

What's one thing you'll do today to reset and prepare for the week? Let us know below.

Character. Consistency. Commitment. That's how we build beyond the code.This week's Soft Skill Saturday is about the hab...
06/06/2026

Character. Consistency. Commitment. That's how we build beyond the code.

This week's Soft Skill Saturday is about the habits that don't just make you a better professional — they make you a better person to be around. Listen to learn — the best leaders listen before they speak and seek to understand before they respond. Adapt and grow — change is constant, and your flexibility is what keeps you moving forward when everything else shifts. Manage your time — your time is your energy, and how you protect it determines how far you go. Communicate clearly — clear words build trust, and speaking with respect and confidence opens doors that skills alone can't. Be solution minded — bring ideas to the table, not excuses. Focus on what you can do, not what you can't. Small habits today. Big impact tomorrow. Keep showing up.

Which of these five is the one you're actively building right now? Share it in the comments — let's grow together.

06/05/2026

Mental health isn't separate from reentry. It IS reentry.

When someone is navigating life after incarceration, they're not just looking for a job — they're often working through trauma, chronic stress, shame, and years of operating in survival mode. That weight is real, and it affects everything. At Persevere, we don't treat mental health as an afterthought or a side program. It's woven into everything we do. Because you can't build a stable future on an unstable foundation. Our approach is simple: make support approachable, reduce the stigma, and meet people exactly where they are — no judgment, no conditions. Real support. Real healing. Real progress. 💙

If this resonates with you or someone you know, share this video. And if you're ready to take the next step, we're here. 🔗 Link in bio.

Donuts come and go. But your potential? That's forever. Happy National Donut Day from Persevere! 🍩☕It's Code and Coffee ...
06/05/2026

Donuts come and go. But your potential? That's forever. Happy National Donut Day from Persevere! 🍩☕

It's Code and Coffee Friday AND National Donut Day — which means today we're giving ourselves full permission to treat ourselves before we get back to the grind. But here's the thing about Persevere people: even on the fun days, the drive doesn't go anywhere. You can enjoy the donut AND keep going. You can celebrate the small moments AND stay locked in on the bigger picture. Treat yourself today — you've earned it. Then get back to building the future you came here for. Keep going. 💙

What's your Friday treat of choice today — glazed, sprinkles, or chocolate? Drop it below and tell us what you're building this weekend

For the newest episode of Voices of Persevere, Emma and Jake visited with Amy Parks about her journey from incarceration...
06/05/2026

For the newest episode of Voices of Persevere, Emma and Jake visited with Amy Parks about her journey from incarceration to being a six-figure salaried employee and leader! - And less than a year after re-entry!

Stories like Amy's are the reason we do what we do. Check it out!

Memphis. Cars. Bikes. A cause worth showing up for. 🏍️🚗Memphis Dream Builders is bringing the heat to Willow Park on Jun...
06/04/2026

Memphis. Cars. Bikes. A cause worth showing up for. 🏍️🚗

Memphis Dream Builders is bringing the heat to Willow Park on June 6th with the Vette vs Harley Car & Bike Show — and Persevere is proud to be part of the community this event represents. Free entry for spectators, trophies and prizes, food trucks, and vendors — plus if you want to enter your ride, it's just $25. This is about more than cars and bikes. It's about community showing up for community. One community. One passion. One cause. Come out, bring the family, and let's show Memphis what it looks like when we all pull up for each other. 💙
Event Details:
📅 June 6, 2026
🕚 11AM – 3PM
📍 Willow Park, 4971 Willow Rd, Memphis, TN 38117
📞 Contact: Carol Brown (901) 569-0354

Tag someone who needs to pull up with you — and if you're entering your ride, get your $25 ready! See you there. 🏆 🔗 Link in bio.

Every choice shapes your future. So which one are you choosing today? 👇This or That Thursday is back — but this week we'...
06/04/2026

Every choice shapes your future. So which one are you choosing today? 👇

This or That Thursday is back — but this week we're going deeper than preferences. We're talking about the choices that actually determine where you end up. Comfort zone or growth zone? Play it safe or take the risk? Wait for later or start today? Make excuses or make progress? Hold back or level up? Here's the truth nobody talks about enough: you can't have both. The comfort zone and the growth zone don't coexist. Playing it safe and taking the risk don't coexist. Every single day you're making a choice between who you are and who you're becoming. Choose your hard. Choose your future. 💙

Pick your answers and drop them in the comments with the reason why. Which ones were easy? Which ones made you think?

Free. Remote. Real skills. If you live in Memphis and have been impacted by the justice system — this one's for you.Pers...
06/03/2026

Free. Remote. Real skills. If you live in Memphis and have been impacted by the justice system — this one's for you.

Persevere is offering FREE technology job training right here in Memphis, TN — and it's fully remote, so you can build from wherever you are. If you live in area codes 38106, 38109, 38111, 38114, 38115, 38116, 38118, 38127, or 38128 and have been impacted by the justice system, you may be eligible. Three career pathways are available: AI & Digital Skills, Project Management, and Graphic Design & Social Media Marketing. Real, in-demand skills. Real employer connections. A real shot at a future you designed for yourself. This is what access looks like when it actually reaches the people who need it. Don't let this pass you by — and don't let it pass someone you know by either.

Ready to get started or know someone who should? Call (877) 260-7299, visit or visit perseverenow.org. Share this post — one share could change someone's life. 🔗 Link in bio.

06/03/2026

Meet Amy Parks, our recent guest on the Voices of Persevere Podcast.

She talks about the importance of allowing herself to heal before reaching out to help others. Take a look!

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