Thrive For Life

📚 Exciting Update!

A new library has been set up in the basement of Ignacio House with the help of our dedicated Regis student volunteers!

The space is now equipped with a donated computer and a variety of school and office supplies, all aimed at creating a welcoming and resourceful environment.

A special thanks to Eagle Scout for making this project happen!

🌟 New Semester, New Beginnings 🌟

As we step into a new academic season, we welcome fresh opportunities to learn, grow, and transform. At Thrive for Life, we believe that education is the key to unlocking potential and creating lasting change.

Whether you’re starting a new class, continuing your journey, or exploring new interests, this semester is a chance to move forward with purpose and determination. 📚✨

Join us as we embrace these new beginnings together. Here’s to the growth, the challenges, and the successes ahead! 💪🏽

On the new AMDG podcast, Fr. Zach Presutti, SJ, founder and executive director of the Thrive For Life Prison Project, shares how Thrive For Life got started and his reflections on working in prison ministry. Listen: ow.ly/5ELM50TfCYO

🌟 First day at St. John’s university 🌟

Our Ignacio House resident scholars are diving in the semester, ready to continue their work of transformation.

Let’s cheer them on as they continue their incredible journey!

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🌟 New semester, new beginnings! 🌟

Our Ignacio House resident scholars are diving into their fall classes, ready to continue their work of transformation.

Let’s cheer them on as they continue their incredible journey!

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Today, we’re kicking off orientation at St. John’s University with our amazing resident scholars, Jonathan and Domonic!

Excited to see these bright minds begin their journey—here’s to a transformative experience ahead!

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🎓 Empowering Through Education 🎓

Meet Domonic, one of our resident scholars who will be attending his first semester this fall! 🌟

“School to me means having that opportunity to test yourself mentally. Our minds are continuously absorbing information. It’s up to us what we do with that information and how we learn from it. Whether it be a success or a failure, there is always a lesson to learn. I’ve heard once, ‘it’s not so much the transgressions we encounter but how we confront them that is the deciding factor of how we overcome it.’” - Domonic

At Thrive For Life, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. Join us in celebrating Domonic’s journey and all our scholars who are pursuing their dreams. 📚✨

Learn more about Thrive for Life: www.thriveforlife.org

Fr. Presutti’s Prestigious Recognition as a Finalist for the 2024 Opus Prize

It is with immense pride and heartfelt joy that we share with the Thrive for Life community the wonderful news of our Founder, Father Zachariah Presutti’s selection as a finalist for the 2024 Opus Prize. This prestigious honor recognizes his unwavering commitment to transforming lives both behind and beyond the prison walls.

The Opus Prize is one of the world’s largest faith-based humanitarian awards for social innovation, celebrating individuals and organizations dedicated to solving today’s most persistent social problems. Each finalist will receive a minimum of $100,000, and the laureate, to be chosen in November at a ceremony at Santa Clara, will receive a $1 million award to further their impactful work. Join us in celebrating this great honor!

Please see the full press release here: https://www.scu.edu/news-and-events/press-releases/2024/july-2024/santa-clara-university-announces-opus-prize-finalists.html

More about Thrive for Life: www.thriveforlife.org

Open mic at Thrive For Life‘s Abraham House! What inspiring testimony! What parts of your story inspire others? Be a Jesuit Archdiocese of New York Jesuits East

Happy Feast Day!!

We are grateful for the wonderful turnout at our Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola event!

🎉 St. Ignatius’s journey from soldier to spiritual leader reminds us of the power of transformation and serving others.

Thank you for being part of our community and for your unwavering support.

📣 We are half a day away from our Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola‼️

Today we got started on setting up our terrace for the festivities at our Ignacio house of studies!! Many thanks to everyone who helped make it happen!

Can’t wait to come together tomorrow as a community and celebrate the legacy of St. Ignatius as we continue our mission to transform lives both behind and beyond prison walls.

Have you RSVP’d yet? See 🔗 in bio and don’t miss out on this exciting celebration!! 🎉

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight: Dennis Grant 🌟

We are thrilled to welcome Dennis Grant, friend & volunteer. He will be visiting our Ignacio House of Studies to share his wealth of knowledge and experience, walking with our resident scholars on their professional development journeys. His commitment to empowering our community of scholars is truly inspiring.

Thank you, Dennis for your contribution to the work of transforming lives and helping our scholars reach new heights! 🚀✨

📣 Food Pantry Alert ‼️

Every Saturday morning, the dedicated residents at Abraham House roll up their sleeves and get to work, preparing and distributing bags brimming with nutritious food. This isn’t just about feeding families; it’s about building a stronger, more connected community.

Their dedication transforms lives, spreading joy and hope as they actively give back to our vibrant Bronx community.

Want to be part of something transformative? Come by and witness the power of community in action. Together, we can make a difference, one bag at a time. See you there!

🔔 Exciting News! Thrive For Life is hosting a (English) OSHA Training session next week!

🦺 Don't miss this chance to get certified in OSHA 30 and 40 SST. 🌟

📅 Dates: June 24 - June 28 (Monday to Friday)

🕰 Time: 7:45 AM - 6:30 PM (all-day training)

📍 Location: 340 Willis Ave, Bronx, NY 10454

We have 10 slots still available! Know someone who could benefit from this? Send their full name and phone number by Friday, June 21st to secure their spot. Attendance for the full duration is mandatory for certification.

Let's make safety a priority together! 💪



For registration please email [email protected].

Gratitude fills our hearts as we celebrate the graduation of two of our brothers from New York University. The entire Thrive For Life community is tremendously proud of your accomplishments and the gift you are to the world, Mychal and Mick!

For all the blessings you pour out, we come back during this time of year to give uou thanks! Thanks for all your support

For all that has been, thanks! For all that will be, please!

🌟What a ride it was! On Sunday Thrive For Life came together to hit the streets of NYC for the TD Five Boro Bike Tour!

The 40 mile ride this year had its challenges with the rain and cold but the energy and determination of our team kept us pedaling strong!

From the gorgeous sights along 6th Ave, Central Park, the FDR & BQE to the cheers of the supporting crowd & The Boro Bike Tour volunteers, every moment fueled our passion to reach the finish line!

Huge thanks to everyone who joined us on this exciting tour—let’s keep riding high and spreading positivity! 🚴‍♀️✨

With every little step that he takes, Mychal shows how far a person can get with effort, dedication, and motivation. This past month, Mychal delivered his first TEDx talk at New York University. His talk discussed the power of change and the importance of spaces and environments. Later this May, Mychal will celebrate his graduation from NYU.

We are proud of all of his achievements and the hard work he has put in to get to this point!

Today we were glad to welcome the REACH program Parents Club from Regis High School for a service day at Abraham House! Over 50 volunteers joined us as we continue our renovations and cleanup of our community here in Mott Haven.

Special thanks to Rodrigo and his wonderful team at REACH for making this event possible, and for Italo, Jose, Bernie, and the entire staff at Abraham House who help lead the morning!

Glad to be back at Regis High School today to share more about our mission here at Thrive For Life with the senior class! Many thanks to Mychal for leading a wonderful presentation!

Ressurexit sicut dixit, alleluia, alleluia!

Today we celebrated Easter Sunday with our Thrive For Life community at Ignacio House.

Residents, staff, and volunteers joined together for the Easter liturgy in our St. Dismas Chapel and enjoyed a beautiful feast prepared by Carlos, our wonderful chef from Abraham House!

We wish you all a happy and Holy Easter!
He is risen!

In observance of Good Friday, members of the Thrive For Life community walked the Via Crucis again this year in New York, marking each station of Christ’s last hours.

Residents, staff, and volunteers walked with hundreds of others through New York City as we continue our Holy Week journey.

We are glad to be celebrating the Mass of the Lord’s Supper this evening with ! During the Mass, Cardinal Dolan invited residents from Ignacio House and Abraham House to the altar for the foot washing ceremony. We give thanks to His Eminence and the Cathedral for welcoming our community during this holiest of weeks!

We were honored to celebrate with our friends at Saint Peter's Prep today!

Many thanks to our friends at Our Lady of Pompeii here in New York who gathered over 100 packages of food and sanitary products for our food pantry at Abraham House! We are especially grateful for the leadership of Fr. Luigi Portarulo who helped direct this effort!



Alumni of Our Lady of Pompeii (OLP), Bleecker/Carmine Streets, NYC

Happy Palm Sunday from Thrive For Life!

We had the honor of His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan’s presence today at Abraham House to celebrate the holy liturgy with our community of residents, staff, volunteers, and donors.

We thank His Eminence and all the other members of the community who came together to begin this holiest of weeks in anticipation of the Feast of the Resurrection!

📣: Gratitude fills our hearts as we reflect on the unforgettable visit from to our Abraham House in the Bronx!

From learning about our mission and spending time with our community of scholars to visiting Rikers Island, every moment was transformative.

Huge thanks to Saint Louis University Campus Ministry for their generosity and commitment to learning about restorative justice and the transformative work of higher learning!

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Thrive For Life!

This past week, students from Regis High School joined us for a day of service as part of their freshmen retreat! Throughout the day, students and faculty worked alongside our team helping to prepare bags for our food pantry, hauling away old furniture, and sorting through old documents.

We are especially grateful for these Regians' hard work! Special thanks as well to Italo, Aileen, Jose, and the entire facilities team who helped organize and lead the day, and to Mr. Smith and Regis Campus Ministry for their continued support for our work here at Thrive For Life!

Dear Thrive For Life community,

We were honored today to welcome Congressman Ritchie Torres to visit Thrive For Life at Abraham House to learn more about our work in transforming lives both behind & beyond prison walls.

Congressman Torres had the opportunity to meet and converse with resident scholars who are continuing their education as they work toward permanent and successful reentry into our community.

Huge thanks to Rep. Ritchie Torres and his staff for taking the time to visit us and for his support for our returning brothers and sisters.

Glad to have the partnership of Ignatian Volunteer Corps - Milwaukee as we continue our planning in Milwaukee for the first house of studies in the state of Wisconsin!