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Find Second-Chance
Employers in Your State

We connect you with real companies that believe in second chances — Plus tools, guides & resources to help you apply with confidence.

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+1000 reentry supported
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+300 verified employers

Available in English & Spanish

What Members Are Saying

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Malik

Warehouse Associate

Ohio

“I walked into interviews prepared because I knew these employers were actually open to second chances. That confidence changed everything for me.”

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Tasha

Healthcare Support

Newyork

“The resume kit helped me explain my work history clearly and confidently. For the first time, I felt like my resume reflected who I am now — not my past.”

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Jordan

Skilled Trades

Texas

“Knowing what to expect in my state made the process less overwhelming. I finally understood where to apply and how to move forward.”

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Mateo

Hospitality

California

“Having clear guidance and real options helped me get back on my feet and start supporting my family again.”

(Disclaimer: Names and photos may be representative to protect privacy.)

82%

of managers say the quality of hire for workers with records is the same or higher than other hires

Source: SHRM & Charles Koch Institute

85%

of HR professionals say they are open to hiring people with records

Source: SHRM / national HR surveys

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All 50 states + DC and territories have employers and reentry resources

   

72M+

Americans have a criminal record.

                

Serving job seekers nationwide — no ads, no paywalls, just access.

FelonFriendlyJobsNow.com is trusted by employers, workforce partners,
and media organizations supporting fair-chance hiring nationwide

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Who FelonFriendlyJobsNow Is For

Connecting people to opportunities, resources, and each other for a fairer future.

Job Seekers

Find employers, resumes, expungement info, and reentry support.

Employers

Increase your visibility as a fair-chance employer and connect with job seekers actively seeking second-chance opportunities.

Expungement Attorneys

Connect with people seeking record clearing help.

Partners & Sponsors

Support fair-chance hiring at scale through employer visibility, education, and reentry resources.

Informed by research and fair-chance hiring standards from:

SHRM

EEOC

Department of Justice

State Labor Departments

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Hormel Foods

$16.00 – $36.06/hour

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Honda

$17.00 – $36.00/hour

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Homeland Stores

$9.75 – $17.50/hour

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Henry Ford Health

$15.00 – $25.00/hour

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Harris Teeter

$12.00 – $19.00/hour

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Honeywell

$16.00 – $35.00/hour

🔥Hot Jobs Hiring Now

These employers are known to consider applicants with criminal records. Individual hiring decisions vary by role and background check.

Featured Fair-Chance Employers

These employers actively support fair-chance hiring and help expand second-chance opportunities nationwide.

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Real Companies
That Hire People
with Criminal Records
in your State

Stop guessing who hires. Get our free list of verified second-chance employers actively hiring across the U.S. These aren’t random job boards — they’re real opportunities built for reentry success.

82%

Second-chance employees performs well with our guides

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States ready to help and provide second-chance jobs for you

72M+

Americans have a criminal record.

Dont waste your time trying to figure out things

Real Companies That Hire People
with Criminal Records in your State

Stop guessing who hires. Get our free list of verified second-chance employers actively hiring across the U.S. These aren’t random job boards — they’re real opportunities built for reentry success.

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Felon Friendly Jobs by State

Browse updated lists of states and companies open to second-chance hiring in your area. Start your search with confidence.

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Felon Friendly Jobs by Company

Browse updated lists of states and companies open to second-chance hiring in your area. Start your search with confidence.

Featured Expungement Attorneys

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What Scholarships Cover

Resume Kit Scholarships

Professional, ATS-friendly resumes at no cost for approved applicants.

Expungement Guide Scholarships

Free access to select state expungement and record-clearing guides.

Live Interview Prep Sessions

One-on-one or group interview preparation sessions when available.

Scholarships are limited and subject to availability. Approval is not guaranteed.

Scholarships are made possible through partner and sponsor support.

Scholarships & Access Support

We believe access to opportunity shouldn’t depend on ability to pay. Through limited scholarships and partner support, FFJN offers free access to select resources for individuals who qualify.

Find Real Companies That Hire People
with Criminal Records

Stop guessing who hires. Get our free list of verified second-chance employers actively hiring across the U.S. These aren’t random job boards — they’re real opportunities built for reentry success.


Download the Felon Friendly Job Kit

Our complete Job Kit gives you everything you need to go from ignored to employed — resume templates that pass filters, interview scripts that turn your past into strength, and a tracker to help you stay organized and confident.

Break the Cycle of Silent Rejections

We turn confusion into clarity , giving you a proven plan, the right employers, and the words that open doors to real second chances.

The Pain

Most people with a record apply blind, never hear back, and feel stuck in the process.

The Promise

We give you a clear plan,

who to apply to, what to say, and how to win the interview,

so you can finally land the job you deserve.

Ready to flip your job search from stress to success? Download the free list and unlock the full kit.

Without the kit

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Hours wasted on dead links

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Resumes ignored by filters

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Struggling to explain your record

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Applying to the wrong employers

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Feeling alone and stuck

VS

With the kit

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Curated list of 150+ real employers

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Recruiter-approved templates

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Proven interview scripts

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Step-by-step job tracker

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Prepared, confident, in control

The Difference It Makes

Most people with a record waste hours applying to the wrong jobs, only to be ignored. This kit flips the script by giving you real employers, ready-to-use templates, and interview scripts that work. Instead of feeling stuck, you’ll move forward with clarity, confidence, and control.

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Everything you need to go from ignored to employed without guesswork.

Get the step-by-step tools and templates built to help you go from ignored to employed with confidence. From proven resumes to second-chance employer lists, everything you need is right here.

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FREE EMPLOYER LIST

Find over 100 companies by state and industry that hire people with records.

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FELON FRIENDLY JOB KIT

Access proven resumes, interview scripts, and a personal job tracker.

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GUIDES AND TIPS

Learn how to talk about your record, write your story, and build a strong reentry plan.

Your Journey to a new Start

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Jobs by State

Felon Friendly Jobs by State

Browse updated lists of states and companies open to second-chance hiring in your area. Start your search with confidence.

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Jobs by Company

Felon Friendly Jobs by Company

Browse updated lists of states and companies open to second-chance hiring in your area. Start your search with confidence.

Built for people with criminal records who deserves a second chance

Felon-friendly career resources

Real stories, Real Results

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support for Re-entry & Fair hiring

We built FelonFriendlyJobsNow.com to give real people real chances. Whether you’re just coming home or years into the search, this kit helps you tell your story, get interviews, and get hired with dignity.

Real People. Real Results.

“I finally got interviews thanks to this kit.”

Malik, GA

“The scripts helped me explain my past with confidence.” 

Tasha, OH

“The job list saved me hours of searching. I got hired in two weeks.”

Jordan, TX

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