Advocacy
We bring different perspectives to the table, but we’re united by a love for purposeful work, thoughtful design, and real connection. The Chad Lake Foundation (CLF) Founder and CEO, Britney Allen Jones, and other members attended several advocacy events at the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, KY including Recovery Advocacy Day hosted by People Advocating Recovery (PAR), Dream.org’s Day of Empathy, Restore the Vote Campaign hosted by Advocacy Based on Lived Experience (ABLE), and many others.
The Chad Lake Foundation’s 2nd Annual Run For Reform 2025.
Removing Barriers to Reentry
Thanks to the money we raised and generous donations in 2025, CLF was able to remove barriers to reentry by paying rent for several individuals in local treatment facilities.
This work is critical because recidivism remains a major challenge in the United States: national studies show that about 62% of people released from prison are rearrested within three years, and roughly 71% are rearrested within five years
By helping individuals secure safe, stable housing during treatment, CLF is directly addressing one of the most significant factors that reduces recidivism and supports long‑term recovery and community reintegration.
Britney Allen Jones traveled to Washington, DC because Kentucky families deserve better, and because no one should lose their life simply because they couldn’t access medical care during incarceration or reentry.
Her message is clear: Passing the Reentry Act and the Due Process Continuity of Care Act will save lives. And she’s standing shoulder‑to‑shoulder with advocates nationwide to make sure Congress hears it.
What the Due Process Continuity of Care Act Would Do
The Due Process Continuity of Care Act would restore Medicaid coverage for individuals who are incarcerated pre‑trial — meaning they have not been convicted and are legally presumed innocent.
This matters because:
Federal benefits like Medicaid insurance are currently terminated the moment someone is detained
Many people lose access to critical medications and treatment
Re‑enrolling after release can take months, leaving people vulnerable to relapse, crisis, or death
Passing this bill would ensure that people awaiting trial can continue receiving medical and behavioral health care, improving outcomes and reducing recidivism. This will help to prevent senseless overdose deaths in jails. LETS SAY IT AGAIN - THIS WILL SAVE HUMAN LIVES!
What the Reentry Act Would Do
The Reentry Act would allow Medicaid coverage to begin 30 days before a person’s release from jail or prison. This means:
People can restart medications for mental health and substance use disorders before release
Treatment plans can be coordinated with community providers
Individuals leave custody with continuity of care instead of a dangerous treatment gap
Experts agree this would reduce overdose deaths, improve health outcomes, and support safer reentry into communities. THIS WILL SAVE LIVES!
Britney Allen Jones Speaks About Justice Reform at Third Annual Rise for Recovery Advocacy Summit
In November 2025, our Founder and CEO, Britney Allen Jones, joined a powerful panel of advocates from across the United States at the Rise For Recovery Summit in Philadelphia, PA to speak about the power of sharing one’s story to raise awareness and drive meaningful change in addiction, reentry, and recovery. Surrounded by leaders who are transforming reentry, recovery, and justice reform in their own communities, Britney shared how lived experience becomes a catalyst for change when it’s spoken boldly and without shame.
Her message was clear and deeply felt: We recover loudly so others don’t die in silence.
By telling the truth about struggle, resilience, and hope, Britney continues to elevate the voices of those too often unheard. Her advocacy reminds us that stories don’t just inspire — they save lives, shift policy, and open doors for people fighting for a second chance.
(Braeburn Inc. covered the travel and lodging for the summit. All thoughts and opinions expressed here are our own.)
Closing Out 2025 With Purpose, Impact, and Hope
As we reflect on 2025, the Chad Lake Foundation is proud of the lives we’ve touched and the barriers we’ve helped break for individuals returning home from incarceration. Every story of stability, recovery, and second chances this year was made possible because of the generosity of people who believe in our mission.
Our work is simple at its core: remove the barriers that stand between people and their chance to rebuild. Housing, treatment access, transportation, and basic needs are often the difference between successful reentry and returning to the cycle of incarceration. With your support, we were able to step in during the most vulnerable moments the first days and weeks after release and offer real, tangible help.
In 2025, your donations helped us pay rent for individuals in treatment facilities, provide emergency support for people returning home, and ensure that no one had to face reentry alone. These investments don’t just change lives, they save them.
To ensure our resources reach those most in need, the Chad Lake Foundation follows a clear eligibility process. Individuals seeking financial assistance must have been released from incarceration within the last 30 days and must have been incarcerated for at least 60 days. These criteria help us focus on people at the highest risk of homelessness, relapse, and recidivism during the critical transition back into the community.
As we look ahead, the need continues to grow and so does our commitment. Your support fuels every act of hope, every second chance, and every life changed.
If you believe in breaking cycles, restoring dignity, and helping people rebuild their futures, we invite you to stand with us. Donate today and help us help others.
Together, we can make 2026 a year of even greater impact.