Did you search business plan for ex-offenders resource center hoping to find information about how to put together a plan to get a grant or small loan to start a facility to help the recently incarcerated get back into society? The post-release period can be a very difficult time for former inmates, particularly if they have been incarcerated long enough to be institutionalized or if their crimes were such that getting back into the graces of common society is a tough sell. Resource centers are excellent options for these offenders to get assistance with housing, job placement, and more. If this is your business model, you first need to establish whether you'll apply for a non-profit grant or try to run the business as a for-profit enterprise. If you want to get a grant, you should:
• Check with the institution offering the grant about the requirements
• Model the business plan in accordance with those guidelines
• Show a 3-year model (typically) showing a cash burn rate
• Emphasize your role in the venture and your background
• Talk about the risks and opportunities
Whether you prepare a complete SWOT analysis or just make a list of the opportunities and threats, you should probably do some research into competing options for ex-offenders, even if you view these businesses less as competition and more as allies in the fight. The business plan should also have a marketing and implementation plan showing how you will get in touch with the ex-offenders and a section detailing the services you can provide and the way your team will help to guide the reforming and assimilation of the people who come to your resource center. Does this sound too complicated? Call MasterPlans for assistance. Our team of experts has been writing custom business plans since 2002 and can help you today: (877) 453-2011.
