McLean County Reentry Council

McLean County Reentry Council The MCRC is a coordinated community response striving to advance reentry efforts & reduce recidivism.

Our Mission:
The Mission of the McLean County Reentry Council (MCRC) is to provide a coordinated community response
to address reentry efforts and to reduce recidivism and family crisis episodes by bringing together justice- involved individuals, criminal justice officials, and health and human service providers to increase education, financial literacy, resources, and autonomy for justice-impacte

d individuals in McLean County, Illinois. When a united community advocates for the removal of barriers that impede their fellow community members from leading productive and purposeful lives, the entire community becomes a vibrant and safe demographic for all citizens to feel seen and heard. Our Vision:

To empower those returning from incarceration with resources and support through community partnerships, reducing recidivism, and fostering a safer and more inclusive, community. Our Goals:

• Connect justice-affected populations with educational programming, resources to meet basic needs, and other supports necessary to reintegrate into the community;
• Reduce stigma with a focus on removing barriers to stability and elevating the voices and experiences of justice-impacted individuals;
• Complement rather than duplicate or replace the efforts of other area social service agencies

05/09/2026

I just wanted to give a shoutout to all the vendors who came out last Saturday to our Annual McLean County Reentry Resource Fair Event. It was a great turnout and could not have happened without you. Myself and the board appreciate you. - Toy Beasley, President of the MCRC

04/30/2026

We are excited for our upcoming Reentry Fair. Join us on Saturday for this family friendly event, free food, community, testimony, and resources.

We have over 20 organizations that will be there, including Chestnut Health Systems, Celebrate Recovery at Eastview Church , Family Community Resource Center, Central Illinois Friends, The ExtraOrdinary Women Project - Bloomington-Normal, McLean County Recovers - A ROSC Community, State Representative Sharon Chung, Oasis Community Outreach , Illinois Coalition to End Permanent Punishments, Normal Township, WEI at Heartland Community College and more!

04/29/2026

Saturday is going to be a fantastic day at our 5th Annual Reentry Resource Fair!

So far, we have:

✅ More than 20 local organizations signed up to host resource tables
✅ Free food donated by Thrivent, with a cook secured
✅ Powerful testimonies throughout the day, including:
• 11:30 AM — Justice-impacted individuals
• 12:30 PM — Family members of incarcerated loved ones sharing how incarceration affected them
• 1:30 PM — Advocates who believe in second chances

✅ Music and a DJ
✅ Family-friendly activities

We invite you to join us for a day of resources, connection, encouragement, and community. Come hear powerful stories, connect with local organizations, enjoy food and music, and celebrate the importance of second chances.

We hope to see you Saturday!

04/22/2026

Save the date! Resources, testimonials, food, music, and fun for the whole family!

Have you ever wondered how hard it is to experience life after incarceration? Or what people struggle with? Hop on our ...
04/16/2026

Have you ever wondered how hard it is to experience life after incarceration? Or what people struggle with? Hop on our Supporting Reentry: MCRC Community Connections Zoom tomorrow and hear from three different people. This will be a very informative and likely emotional discussion.

Link: https://bit.ly/4cpeLGl

April is about second chances. Did you know that as an employer, you can receive a tax credit for hiring a returning ci...
04/14/2026

April is about second chances.

Did you know that as an employer, you can receive a tax credit for hiring a returning citizen?

The State of Illinois is working toward providing more second chances to justice impacted individiuals. Within the Credit for Wages Paid to Returning Citizens, employers can apply to receive up to 15% of wages as a tax credit if they hire a formerly incarcerated person.

Work Opportunity Tax Credits, a federal program, allows up to a $2,400 tax credit for hiring justice-impacted people. While this program is currently on hold, employers can still apply, and credits will be issued when it is reauthorized.

04/09/2026

IOS: Food truck! Do you know someone who would be willing to set up their food truck at our Reentry Resource Fair on Ma...
04/07/2026

IOS: Food truck! Do you know someone who would be willing to set up their food truck at our Reentry Resource Fair on May 2? The event is open to the public and will be from 11 am - 2 pm, at Wayman AMEC Bloomington IL. Please have them email the Reentry Council at mcleancountyreentrycouncil@gmail.com or text (309) 270-5518 for more information.

Address

P. O. Box 3162
Bloomington, IL
61702

Website

https://ipcf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1594

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