Compassion Works for All

Compassion Works for All We live out the principles of compassion in order to liberate those associated with the prison system from suffering in all its forms. Make a difference!!

CWFA offers healing and hope through compassionate actions, advocacy, and teaching for the disenfranchised, marginalized, and all those affected by America’s prison system. We work toward a world in which communities and institutions ensure that everyone can thrive and no one is forgotten. Since 1993, Compassion Works for All has evolved from the prison counseling efforts of Anna Cox, ACSW. Her ye

ars of one-on-one inmate visits and meditation/counseling groups led to Dharma Friends, a spiritually supportive newsletter mailed to prisoners around the country. In 2005, Compassion Works for All, Inc., 501(c)(3) became active with many dedicated volunteers and individual donors. Now, thanks to all our supporters, we are growing exponentially. Compassion Works for All PROGRAMS:

Mindfulness-based classes are held at various jail, prison, reentry, and recovery centers in Arkansas on a weekly basis. Dharma Friends Newsletter is sent to over 3,600 inmates in all fifty states. Contemplative sessions on compassion are offered twice monthly in the community through a partnership with CALS. Prison chaplaincy outreach offers free support materials to chaplains in every federal and state prison in the country. Prisoner support services sends welcome packets, personal letters and books to prisoners in every state. We plant seeds of transformation in the criminal justice system with writings, teachings, lectures and videos. We are dedicated to the transformation of society's views on prisons. We educate the public on the root causes of crime and violence - and how to heal them by developing materials offering thoughts on the causes of the journey to prison, highlighting healing interventions to encourage and vote for a transformation of the criminal justice system. Volunteer opportunities are available!! There are a number of ways to support our programs! Compassion Works for All
P.O. Box 7708
Little Rock, Arkansas 72217-7708

For information: cory@compassionarkansas.org

“FROM IMPRISONMENT TO INSPIRATION” Over 50 Arkansas leaders spent an afternoon discussing how to empower returning citiz...
04/24/2026

“FROM IMPRISONMENT TO INSPIRATION”

Over 50 Arkansas leaders spent an afternoon discussing how to empower returning citizens from prisons and jails and help them create pathways to success.

If you are interested in attending our next event, call 1-501-508-4334.

Compassion Works for All is bringing together community leaders interested in improving our prison system and exploring ...
03/30/2026

Compassion Works for All is bringing together community leaders interested in improving our prison system and exploring a variety of ways we can improve Arkansans returning to communities after being in prison.

JOIN US on Wednesday, April 22nd from 1:00 to 5:00 at Red and Blue Venue.

Seating is limited. Please let us know if you are interested in joining us, and I’ll send you details about registering.

We will have a podcast following the event which will capture all our activities. If you are interested in hearing our podcast, please reply to this FB post.

It was a wonderful day at William B. Thrasher Boys’ Club as over 200 excited children spent a morning listening to inspi...
03/21/2026

It was a wonderful day at William B. Thrasher Boys’ Club as over 200 excited children spent a morning listening to inspiring speakers, receiving a new backpack, and learning new moves for football. This event was FREE to all children thanks to Damien Land and his Board of Directors.

Damien continues to serve South End Little Rock through these activities while also being a board member of Compassion Works for All.

Congratulations, Damien Land, on another successful event!

Lona McCastlain, Member of the Arkansas Post-Prison Transfer Board (Parole Board) gave an excellent presentation at Larr...
03/14/2026

Lona McCastlain, Member of the Arkansas Post-Prison Transfer Board (Parole Board) gave an excellent presentation at Larry B. Norris Unit (Tucker Max) to inmates last week. She clearly explained the process of parole hearings. A parole applicant’s hearing — their opportunity to explain their growth and preparation — is usually heard by one representative of the Parole Board. The member then takes the recommendation to the full Parole Board; 5 affirmative votes of the Board are required for the release of any inmate.

COMPASSION WORKS FOR ALL is grateful to the honest, straightforward parole information Ms. McCastlain shared with the men at Tucker Max. The men now have a clearer understanding of how the parole process works in Arkansas — that information is essential as they prepare for their hearings.

We had a wonderful time in November with our Chocolate Sunday, a celebration of the life and legacy of Judith Faust. Alw...
03/11/2026

We had a wonderful time in November with our Chocolate Sunday, a celebration of the life and legacy of Judith Faust. Always a joy to have community.

Tomorrow (5/6) in the Commons at Pettaway Square! Join us at 10am for Community Meditation and stay for yoga, the Lorax ...
05/05/2023

Tomorrow (5/6) in the Commons at Pettaway Square! Join us at 10am for Community Meditation and stay for yoga, the Lorax Market, Paper Hearts bookstore, and more!

It's Lorax Market time y'all and if you haven't tried a class at The Commons, they're offering free/donation based classes ALL day w/ proceeds going to support Compassion Works for All

BIG NEWS!!Compassion Works for All has teamed up with The Rep for the production of Clyde’s, a story about three people ...
05/02/2023

BIG NEWS!!

Compassion Works for All has teamed up with The Rep for the production of Clyde’s, a story about three people released from prison who find themselves working together at a sandwich shop.

Join us at The Arkansas Repertory Theatre (aka The Rep) on Friday, June 16th at 6:00 pm for drinks and hors d'oeuvres followed by the performance of Clyde’s.

Tickets are only $40 and all purchases support the work of CWFA.

Seats are limited, so click the link to purchase yours today.

See you at The Rep!

Join us for the production of Clyde’s and help support meditation programs in Arkansas state jails and prisons

We had an incredible evening at our NLR House Party. A huge thanks to everyone who donated and attended. If you’d still ...
04/28/2023

We had an incredible evening at our NLR House Party. A huge thanks to everyone who donated and attended.

If you’d still like to donate, visit compassionworksforall.org/mind and select “NLR House Party” as your cause. Be sure to increase your impact by opting to make your donation a monthly gift.

Calling all our friends and supporters in the North Little Rock area - Come out next Thursday, April 27th, from 5:30-7:3...
04/18/2023

Calling all our friends and supporters in the North Little Rock area -

Come out next Thursday, April 27th, from 5:30-7:30 for a NLR House Party at the home of CWFA board member, Casell Randle. Spend an evening with compassionate people enjoying food and drinks, and learn a bit about what CWFA's doing in jails, prisons, and recovery centers.

Check out our FB event page for more details. See you next Thursday!

We can't wait to see you this Saturday (4/15) at The Commons at Pettaway Square for our very first community meditation!...
04/14/2023

We can't wait to see you this Saturday (4/15) at The Commons at Pettaway Square for our very first community meditation! We'll come together the 3rd Saturday of each month at 10am for a time of focused stillness and quiet. A $5 donation is suggested, and all proceeds benefit CWFA.

Zina has been hard at work and having tons of fun! Here is her pictured with some of our friends at the local jail durin...
03/29/2023

Zina has been hard at work and having tons of fun! Here is her pictured with some of our friends at the local jail during one of her art classes. We are so glad to have her on our team and know she's making a difference. If you would like to contribute to art supplies, head to our website at compassionworksforall.org/mind

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PO Box 7708
Little Rock, AR
72217

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+15015084334

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http://www.CompassionWorksForAll.org/

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