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The essentials about 10P, who the programs serve, what makes the model different, and how to participate.

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01

What does 10P stand for?

It began as “A Prisoner’s Parole Portfolio is Positive Programming and Prior Preparation that Prevents a Poor Performance.” As the mission expanded: “A Powerful Person’s Portfolio is Positive Programming and Prior Preparation to Provide Phenomenal Possibilities.”

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What is the 10P Program?

10P is a nonprofit dedicated to teaching emotional literacy—helping people build self-awareness, regulate emotion, make better decisions, and create stronger relationships and life outcomes.

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Who are 10P programs for?

Youth, students, athletes, justice-impacted people and families, disabled communities, workplaces, community groups, and anyone committed to personal growth.

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Where are programs offered?

In prisons, juvenile halls, schools, community spaces, workplaces, workshops, and correspondence programs accessible across different environments and life stages.

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What makes 10P different?

10P is peer-led and trauma-informed. Many facilitators bring lived experience and have completed 10P themselves, creating uncommon credibility, trust, and connection.

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Is 10P only for people who are incarcerated?

No. The roots are inside prison, but emotional literacy is for anyone with a heartbeat. Programs serve individuals, families, teams, schools, communities, and organizations.

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What are Healing Circles of Restoration?

Safe, guided spaces for people to share, reflect, build accountability, and grow through emotional-literacy practices in community.

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How can I get involved?

Give monthly, sponsor a program, volunteer, train as a facilitator, become an ambassador, start a fundraiser, or invite 10P into your community.

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How does my donation help?

Support funds curriculum, correspondence, workbooks, facilitator training, workshops, community access, and programs that strengthen emotional well-being and relationships.

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Can I bring 10P to my organization?

Yes. 10P customizes emotional-literacy programs for schools, workplaces, correctional institutions, teams, and community organizations.

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Can I request Sam or a facilitator for an event?

Yes. Send the date, audience, location, purpose, budget, and any institutional requirements to sambrown@10pprogram.org.

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Are donations tax-deductible?

10P is a tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3). Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law. Tax ID: 99-3099365. Consult your tax adviser for personal guidance.

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