Supporting London’s prison leavers since 1808
The Sheriffs’ & Recorder’s Fund is a London-based charity supporting the rehabilitation of prison leavers and their families through individual grants and prison-based rehabilitation projects.
We believe that every person deserves a second chance and we are committed to the rehabilitation of prison leavers and the welfare of their families, to help them stop offending and start a new life.
Based at the Old Bailey, the Fund works closely with the Probation Service to ensure the grants reach those most in need. Increasingly, we also collaborate with other charities to deliver education and training programmes in prison focused on rehabilitation.
50% of people released from prison have no settled accommodation on release
The Fund provides grants to prison leavers to provide a range of holistic support including clothing, household goods and access to education and training. The grants are specific to the individual, helping them to overcome the challenges they face in reintegrating into society.
83% of people are still unemployed six weeks after leaving prison
and reoffending is almost twice as likely if unemployed
The Fund works closely with a range of partner organisations, including the Probation Service, charities and housing associations. This collaborative approach ensures that prison leavers receive the best possible support and that they continue to be helped over the long term.
the Discharge Grant of £82.39 barely covers basic needs with prison leavers waiting 5+ weeks for their first benefit payment
By helping prison leavers to reintegrate into society, the Fund has a positive impact on society as a whole. It reduces reoffending rates, and helps to break the cycle of poverty and social exclusion that many prison leavers face.
50% of people released from prison have no settled accommodation on release
The Fund provides grants to prison leavers to provide a range of holistic support including clothing, household goods and access to education and training. The grants are specific to the individual, helping them to overcome the challenges they face in reintegrating into society.
83% of people are still unemployed six weeks after leaving prison
and reoffending is almost twice as likely if unemployed
The Fund works closely with a range of partner organisations, including the Probation Service, charities and housing associations. This collaborative approach ensures that prison leavers receive the best possible support and that they continue to be helped over the long term.
the Discharge Grant of £82.39 barely covers basic needs with prison leavers waiting 5+ weeks for their first benefit payment
By helping prison leavers to reintegrate into society, the Fund has a positive impact on society as a whole. It reduces reoffending rates, and helps to break the cycle of poverty and social exclusion that many prison leavers face.
Our support is designed around the individual needs of prison leavers, helping them overcome immediate challenges while creating opportunities for longer-term rehabilitation and positive change.
Our individual grants provide practical, tailored support to prison leavers, helping with essentials such as clothing, household goods, education and training.
We work closely with the Probation Service, charities, housing associations and other partner organisations to ensure prison leavers receive the support they need.
Supporting prison leavers to reintegrate into society can help reduce reoffending and break the cycle of poverty and social exclusion.
The Fund in Action
From individual grants to rehabilitation projects delivered in prisons, our work is focused on giving people the practical support and opportunities they need to move forward.
We work with organisations across London to help prison leavers access support that can make a meaningful difference to their lives.
A prison sentence does not have to define someone’s future. Your support can help a prison leaver meet essential needs, access opportunities and take the first steps towards rebuilding their life.
Latest News
Read the latest news, updates and stories from The Sheriffs’ & Recorder’s Fund.
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Yuliia Velychenko2026-07-01 16:46:022026-08-17 16:10:522026 Annual Report published
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Hal W2026-04-29 16:46:022026-08-17 16:11:50New PatronsWith the right support at the right time, prison leavers can begin to rebuild their lives and look towards a more positive future.