Not for profit bakery and 501c3 (Laughing Bear Bakery)  has opened for the purpose of providing jobs to released offenders and paying more than menial/ minimum wages. Monies needed to maintain operating expenses and pay wages while marketing develops. One of the best known ways to prevent further crimes is to be able to make a living wage. We have survived the initial 7 months but funds are needed to continue. Not desperate, but more funds are needed to maintain and increase number we employ. If each person with a friend or family who has served time and understands their situation upon release could provide even $2, we can continue and hopefully prosper. Not only would we be greatful, but society as a whole will benefit.