Who We Are

Sharp Circle Inc. is a mentorship organization that has its roots in the experience of its founder, Chris Johnson. In 2006, Chris made a series of choices that led to him being sentenced to over 65 years in prison. While in prison he did the work to uncover why he made the choices that he made; however, this process wasn't easy, nor was it required by the justice system. Along the way, he facilitated programs and helped to create others. He earned multiple degrees and certifications. After serving 15 years in prison, he was recognized by the state of California as someone who had changed and would be an asset to the community. Since then he has lived up to his commitments by putting together a team of similarly dedicated individuals and together we aim to be the change we wish to see in the world.

What We Do And Why It's Important

Our prison system does not foster accountability or transformation. Sharp Circle's work distills Chris' insights into a program that offers youths in the juvenile system a path to fulfilling their full potential.

What Impact Your Donations Will Have

Your precious dollars will be immediately put into service as the working capital required to deliver our program to every youth serving a long-term sentence in San Francisco, and to offer them a viable pathway to release from prison.

What You'll Get For Donating

We will be providing all donors with detailed monthly updates on the work we're doing in the juvenile system, and the impact we're having on the lives of the youth we work with.

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