Formerly Incarcerated; President & CEO of @thefortunesoc; Former First Deputy Commissioner NYC DOC. Views expressed are are my own.
New York, NY
Joined February 2016
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Stanley Richards retweeted
“As we reactivate the Just Home supportive housing project, we are not simply creating 83 new apartments… we are advancing the cause of justice.”
Thank you, Mayor Zohran Mamdani, for your leadership in supporting J. Just Home. By moving this project forward at Jacobi, you’re affirming that housing, health and human dignity are essential to justice. The Fortune Society is proud to help make this vision real!
@Gothamist
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Stanley Richards retweeted
"Leading with trust is essential. Both the team and leadership must be grounded in trust. You also need hope – the belief that change is possible, even if it’s not immediate or easy"
Our President and CEO, Stanley Richards was highlighted in Leaders Mag! Read the full article now. leadersmag.com/issues/2026.1…
Stanley Richards retweeted
Today, state elected officials, defenders, & community advocates rallied ahead of the Senate hearing on TCEA.
Together, we demanded passage of TCEA. A bill that makes our communities safer.
It was powerful to be in community together, advocating for our fellow New Yorkers.
Stanley Richards retweeted
We must resist the urge to make policy on high-profile instances of crime. Any tragic shooting is devastating for the victim, the family, and the community.
But if we want to make everyone safe, we must follow the evidence and do what works.
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Stanley Richards retweeted
Yesterday, I was proud to vote @NYCCouncil for Just Home, a supportive housing project for people leaving incarceration with major medical needs. Please see my remarks on this important endeavor. ⏬️
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The Fortune Society is thrilled to celebrate that our President and CEO Stanley Richards was recognized by @CityAndStateNY as a 2025 Black Trailblazer, along with many other important Black leaders. Read the full list here: cityandstateny.com/power-lis…
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.@Stan_Fortune cites the latest Vital City report on the state of Rikers Island, which shows how persistently dangerous the jails remain. vitalcitynyc.org/articles/th…
.@LizGlazerNYC is kicking things off with an overview: "Can the city's jails ever function in a humane and dignified way?"
It was an honor to share the work @thefortunesoc and amazing stories of resilience and hope our participants exhibit every day. We all felt, heard, valued, seen, and uplifted by your visit. Thank you @LtGovDelgado
.@thefortunesoc is doing vital work in ensuring justice involved individuals are provided with the tools and opportunities to foster a successful reintegration into society. I look forward to continuing our partnership through the Council on Community Justice.
Stanley Richards retweeted
HOUSING HEROES: Some of my favorite Presidents making housing solutions happen! Linda Hoffman, President of New York Foundation For Senior Citizens and Stanley Richards, President and CEO of the Fortune Society. Great show! @NYFSC_ @pix11news #monicamakesithappenshow
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Learn more about the launch of @TheNetworkNY's first-of-its-kind report on the state of #supportive housing on @NY1:
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Last Friday, we held The Moth Intensive Storytelling class at SRP! Community members shared their stories as part of this three week series.
The Moth aims to promote the art of storytelling, and to celebrate the diversity of human experience.
Thank you to @chpcny for selecting JoAnne Page and me to receive the "Impact for Housing" award at your 64th Annual Luncheon on April 18th. It's a privilege to be honored among such an exceptional group serving New Yorkers. chpcny.org/event/chpcs-64th-…
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On Monday, the Adams administration announced its plan to mostly restore funding to critical, nonprofit-provided programming for individuals held on Rikers Island.
Read the full statement:
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Stanley Richards retweeted
CEO of Fortune Society talks about the future of Rikers Island ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/ins… @Stan_Fortune – at Queens, NY
That is how you build community! @SerenaLiguori4 and @NewHourNY work to dismantle the criminal legal system and lift up people disproportionately impacted by mass incarceration.
Stanley Richards retweeted
New: @CorrectionNYC commissioner Louis Molina is moving to City Hall after a 22-month rocky tenure. Violence has gone up and some stabbings and slashings aren’t reported for days. Twenty eight people have died in custody since he took over. thecity.nyc/2023/10/31/jails…
Stanley Richards retweeted
Congratulations to @Stan_Fortune on his selection as the new CEO of grantee partner @thefortunesoc. bit.ly/3ZMip77
Stanley Richards retweeted
“This investment reflects a visionary approach [by @ManhattanDA] to address the underlying drivers of crime and violence at their root, aiming to reduce recidivism and create a safer, more supportive community,” @Stan_Fortune said. nydailynews.com/2023/10/16/m…
Stanley Richards retweeted
New reporting from @graham_rayman at the @NYDailyNews uncovers the latest DOC scandal on underreporting or misclassifying slashings & other incidents of violence. It’s clear the federal courts must step in until Rikers is closed. #ShutRikers
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