After years of grassroots work and dedication, 2C4F is entering a powerful new chapter. We’re revamping the website, updating resources, and reintroducing our mission with even more purpose and heart. This transformation is about clearing out the old, uplifting more voices, and giving our community what it truly needs. As we prepare for our official relaunch on August 11, 2025, I invite you to hear my heart and vision in the updated Letter from the Founder below.
Welcome to the 2nd Chances 4 Felons' blog. I applaud your desire to seek a 2nd chance. I created my company with you in mind. This blog only features a small glimpse into 2C4F. I encourage you to visit our website. (www.2ndchances4felons.com)
Welcome to the 2C4F family, and community. Where a record doesn’t mean the end of your story.
Hi, I’m Mae Hughes, founder of 2nd Chances 4 Felons. I created this platform for one reason: to help people like me find real opportunities after incarceration. I’ve walked this road myself — job rejection after job rejection, despite my growth, change, and dedication to a better life.
That’s why I built 2C4F: a free, nationwide resource hub for people with felony or misdemeanor records who are ready to work, ready to move forward, and ready to live again.
🔎 How to Use This Site
This site includes:
• ✅ Job leads by location & background type
• ✅ Job fairs, housing, and local resources
• ✅ Links to employers & agencies in all 50 states
• ✅ Tips for finding second-chance employers fast
• ✅ Key tags by city, career field, or conviction year
💡 Example:
If you were convicted in 2020, and live in Dallas, Texas use tags like:
5years, DFWarea, entryleveljobs, feloniesok, clericaljobs
If you are looking for jobs with no drug test (no judgement) use tag
NODRUGTEST
Use the Forum & Discussion Page and click the CATEGORIES tabs under the chat room such as HIRING for job leads by area, and JOBFAIR for upcoming job fairs, and more.
💼 State-Specific Resources
Go to the Links & Resources section to find support near you:
🔹 Illinois: Click “Chicago Resources”
🔹 Ohio: Click “Ohio Resources”
🔹 Missouri: Click “Missouri” for St. Louis & more
🔹 Texas: Click “Texas → DFW” or “Texas → Houston”
You’ll also find:
• A nationwide list of felon-friendly employers
• A growing list of felony/misdemeanor-friendly apartments
• Staffing agencies that accept criminal backgrounds
🔑 HOW TO SEARCH JOBS USING TAGS:
Use keyword tags to filter jobs by your background and location. For example:
DFWAREA = Dallas/Fort Worth
MISDEMEANORS3YEARS = Misdemeanor is 3 years old
More examples of tags are;
FELONIESOK, NODRUGTEST, ENTRYLEVELJOBS, etc.
Check the full list on the Hiring page to match your needs.
📩 Can’t find your city or have leads to share?
Email felonsneed2work2@live.com so we can grow the resource and help others like you.
🔍 Note for Misdemeanor Convictions:
If you have a misdemeanor, you can still use the HIRING section to find jobs. Use key tags based on your situation — for example, misdemeanors3years if your conviction was three years ago. Tags help you filter jobs that fit your background.
If your area isn’t listed, email felonsneed2work2@live.com to request it. Know of a felon- or misdemeanor-friendly employer? Share it so we can grow the network and help others too.
💬 Why I Built 2C4F
I was tired of hearing “no.”
I was tired of feeling invisible.
So I stopped waiting for the world to offer a hand — I built one.
Since 2010, 2C4F has helped thousands of people with records find jobs, housing, dignity, and a second chance. This company was built with no funding, just passion, pain, and purpose. And now it’s yours to use — FREE, FOREVER.
📢 Ways to Stay Connected
✅ Like us on Facebook: 2nd Chances 4 Felons
✅ Follow us on Instagram: @2ndchances4felons2c4f
✅ Visit the 2C4F Blog: https://2ndchances4felons2c4f.blogspot.com/
✅ Email us: felonsneed2work2@live.com to request your area be added.
🙌 If you know of second chance employers, housing, or resources, please share them via email as well.
We rise by lifting each other.
❤️ From One Felon to Another
You’re NOT alone.
You’re NOT worthless.
You’re NOT your record.
You are worthy of a 2ND CHANCE. And that’s what 2C4F is here to give.
🖤 With LOVE and HOPE,
Mae Hughes
CEO & Founder, 2nd Chances 4 Felons
#2C4FCEO #ISupport2C4F #SecondChancesStartNow
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