Returning Citizens
We envision a Boston where returning citizens are reunited with their families, empowered to thrive in their communities, and supported in reclaiming their dignity.
If there are any questions or concerns, please contact our office at 617-541-3887, email us at orc@boston.gov.
If you would like to register for services with the Office of Returning Citizens, please complete our registration form below.
Contact
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30 Dimock Street
2nd floor,Roxbury , MA 02119 -
Office HoursMonday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Walk-In HoursMondays, 2 – 5 p.m. and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Recurring Programs
Build Your Tech Skills
The Office of Returning Citizens is collaborating with the City of Boston Digital Equity Team in holding drop-in technology assistance sessions to formerly incarcerated Boston residents, weekly on Mondays from 2 - 5 p.m.
Career Closet
Schedule an appointment to visit the ORC Career Closet for FREE job clothing and readiness tools
Build Your Credit
Join us for a FREE workshop, in collaboration with Working Credit, participants will learn valuable skills on how to build their credit and receive FREE 1:1 credit counseling for a year.
Library Essentials
Partnering with the Boston Public Library to learn more about resources available for Returning Citizens
ORC Event Calendar
Returning Citizens Resource Map
Grants
FY2024 Returning Citizens Support Grant Recipients
Mayor Wu awarded $500,000 to nonprofit organizations providing reentry services and programs to Boston’s returning citizens.
Mental Health and Wellness Services and Support Grant
Mayor Wu awarded $205,000 to several Boston nonprofit organizations committed to enhancing holistic wellness and community reintegration for returning citizens.
Rapid Rehousing Grant
Mayor Wu awarded $1.1 million in funding to three Boston nonprofit organizations to administer Boston’s Rapid Rehousing program to support returning citizens who need targeted housing assistance.
FY2025 Returning Citizens Support Grant Press Release
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the award of over $900,000 to community organizations through two grant programs funded through the City’s annual operating budget.
Mayor Wu Announces Award of $105,000 in Mini Grants to Reentry Organizations
Appoints Ashley Montgomery Executive Director for the Office of Returning Citizens
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the award of $105,000 in mini-grants to 21 Boston reentry organizations and the appointment of Ashley Montgomery as Executive Director for the Office of Returning Citizens (ORC).
FY2026 YOUTH REENTRY SUPPORT GRANT
We seek partners who are dedicated to fostering positive outcomes and long-term success for young people navigating the challenges of reentry.
FY2026 RETURNING CITIZENS SUPPORT GRANT PROGRAM
A grant opportunity for programs for those returning to Boston from federal, state, or county correctional facilities.
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Contact
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30 Dimock Street
2nd floor,Roxbury , MA 02119 -
Office HoursMonday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Walk-In HoursMondays, 2 – 5 p.m. and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
