Funding the Future of Rehabilitation

624 Video episodes (3 year period)
1,560 Podcast episodes (3 year period)

A Collaborative Effort
The EMA Network will seek to create a partnership with GEO Group to revolutionize the rehabilitation process. By transforming Second Chance Centers into creative hubs, we empower incarcerated individuals to unleash their potential and contribute positively to society.

A Comprehensive Investment
To bring this vision to life, we’ve developed a detailed financial plan that outlines the costs associated with establishing and maintaining these creative studios:

Year 1:
Director’s Salary: $70,000
Equipment and Supplies: $150,000 [Potential for reduced costs through partnerships]
Production Costs: $100,000 [Potential for reduced costs through partnerships]
Studio Development (including rent): $50,000
Video/Audio Instructor Salary: $50,000
Administrative Costs: $20,000
Total: $440,000

Year 2:
Director’s Salary: $70,000
Production Costs: $100,000 [Potential for reduced costs through partnerships]
Studio Maintenance (including rent): $50,000
Video/Audio Instructor Salary: $50,000
Administrative Costs: $20,000
Total: $290,000

Year 3:
Director’s Salary: $70,000
Production Costs: $100,000 [Potential for reduced costs through partnerships]
Studio Maintenance (including rent): $50,000
Video/Audio Instructor Salary: $50,000
Administrative Costs: $20,000
Total: $290,000

Total 3-Year Budget: $1,020,000

Projected Production Output
With this budget, we anticipate producing approximately:

Video:
2 episodes per day * Saturday, Sunday (weekends) * 52 weekends/year = 208 episodes per year (up to 1 hour each)
Total for 3 years: 624 episodes of up to 1 hour each

Audio:
2 episodes per day * 5 days/weekdays * 52 weeks/year = 520 podcast episodes per year (up to 1 hour long)
Total for 3 years: 1,560 podcast episodes of up to 1 hour each. Audio recordings may include music production.

Written Content:
• 20 participants for script development for video and audio productions. Each production will have a script.
• 20 participants * 12 short stories/poems/essays/year = 240 short stories, poems, and essays per year
• 20 participants * 1 book/year = 20 books per year

Visual Arts:
20 participants * 12 paintings/year = 240 paintings per year. Participants have the option to donate their artwork to family, churches, or charities.
• Stage designs
• Crafts

Your Impact
By supporting the EMA Network, you’re investing in a brighter future for incarcerated individuals and the community at large. Your contribution will directly fund:
• Creative Empowerment: Providing essential tools and resources for content creation.
• Skill Development: Offering training in video production, audio editing, and more.
• Community Engagement: Fostering connections and inspiring positive change.

Join us in making a difference.