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Leaving jail was a new beginning, but Robert faced enormous barriers with a criminal record. He wanted this new beginning to be an opportunity to prove himself, and earn a second chance. But how could he survive when every door was closed to him?

Marcus works downtown with a stunning view of the city. His work challenges and energizes him, and most importantly, Marcus believes in himself. But it wasn't always like this.

PPL is excited to announce that we are the recipient of the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Dot.Org Award for Website Redesign, large organization category. The award recognizes forward-thinking nonprofits who are using technology and communications in inspiring, effective, and creative ways.

Four of Minnesota's largest affordable housing providers formed a Research Collaborative that questioned how to disrupt the cycle of housing instability and incarceration, and make housing more inclusive.

As a Twin Cities leader in affordable housing and career training, we understand how a criminal background can become a life-long barrier. But it shouldn't be.

When the time came to redesign PPL's website, we wanted to take advantage of the powerful opportunity to increase our digital equity.

PPL is honored to receive the City of Minneapolis Employment and Training & Minneapolis Workforce Development Board award for Outstanding Service to Minneapolis Youth for our Step Up program in 2018.

When an unhealthy relationship distracted Key from school, she fell behind until her graduation was in jeopardy; After leaving the juvenile justice system, David didn't feel accepted or supported, and his grades fell.

Being disabled on the street meant that Dana had a hard time managing appointments and medications, and an even harder time navigating complex systems needed to apply for social security and benefits.

Amanda Herbst directs PPL's efforts to track and interpret its program outcomes. As Director of Impact, Grants & Evaluation, she helps PPL utilize a data-driven approach to achieve superior outcomes.