WorkFirst is a community based organization that serves indigent clients through vocational services and job placement support. Their mission is to end poverty in the community by ensuring that all individuals have a viable chance to secure permanent, full-time employment. WorkFirst houses several different programs that support justice involved individuals, including: Baltimore Ex-Offender Reentry Program and Baltimore Bail Diversion Program. Their reentry program offers job placement services for individuals with criminal records. Staff understand how barriers related to employment can contribute to the cycle of recidivism, and they partner with potential employers to help individuals overcome the stigmas associated with incarceration. This gives all participants a better chance at stable, independent living. The bail diversion program offers individuals and their loved ones an alternative to predatory bail systems, hoping to address the issues associated with cash bail practices. For more information about specific services, contact the organization directly using the information on this page.