BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER

The Journey to Rebuild Lives
Welcome to the Before, During and After Foundation (BDAF)
At BDAF, we are committed to breaking cycles and building futures. Founded by Jamison Charles—an author, actor, minister, and advocate who served 27 years of a 50-year sentence—our mission is rooted in the belief that redemption is possible and every story matters.
We empower individuals returning home from incarceration through reentry programs, storytelling initiatives, and meaningful community partnerships. With nearly 2 million people incarcerated in America and over 600,000 returning citizens released each year, our work addresses one of the most pressing issues of our time.
Your support makes all the difference. Every donation helps us create new opportunities, share powerful comeback stories, and provide hope where it’s needed most. Thank you for believing in second chances.
Stay tuned for more updates as we grow—together, we are rewriting the narrative.