About Us

MISSION STATEMENT

• Rescue Success transforms lives by providing comprehensive support, practical resources, and advocacy for individuals and families navigating the challenges of incarceration, addiction, homelessness, and reentry. Founded on the lived experience of our leadership and driven by the belief that everyone deserves dignity and second chances, we break cycles of disadvantage through direct assistance, community education, and systemic change advocacy. We honor the service of veterans while strengthening families torn apart by crisis, creating pathways to stability, healing, and meaningful contribution to our community.

1. Preparing for Sentencing
    
   • Helping individuals understand what to expect during the court process.
      
   • Providing emotional support and practical strategies to prepare mentally, emotionally, and logistically.
      

1. Navigating Incarceration
    
   • Offering resources to manage prison life in a healthy and constructive way.
      
   • Encouraging personal development, education, and skills training while incarcerated.
      
   • Teaching individuals how to turn prison time into an opportunity for positive growth.
      

1. Reentry into Society
    
   • Helping with job readiness, employment placement, and vocational guidance.
      
   • Assisting with housing solutions and connecting clients to safe, stable living environments.
      
   • Providing access to reliable transportation, counseling, and ongoing consulting to ensure long-term success.
      

In addition, Rescue Success actively works with addiction recovery organizations. We connect individuals struggling with substance abuse to professional treatment programs, monitor their progress, and provide accountability and encouragement.

We are also deeply committed to combating homelessness by guiding individuals into jobs, housing, and support services, creating a foundation for lasting independence.

RESCUE SUCCESS CASE FOR SUPPORT

FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026

1. ORGANIZATION SUMMARY

CONTACT INFORMATION

Name: Roger W. Upchurch

 Title: Founder/Director

 Address: 8736 Champions Dr

 Phone: (317) 694-1677

 Email: roger@rescuesuccess.org

 Website: rescuesuccess.org

 EIN: 85-1704002 6/9/2021

 Nonprofit Status: 501(c)(3)

MISSION STATEMENT

Rescue Success transforms lives by providing comprehensive support, practical resources, and advocacy for individuals and families navigating the challenges of incarceration, addiction, homelessness, and reentry. Founded on the lived experience of our leadership and driven by the belief that everyone deserves dignity and second chances, we break cycles of disadvantage through direct assistance, community education, and systemic change advocacy. We honor the service of veterans while strengthening families torn apart by crisis, creating pathways to stability, healing, and meaningful contribution to our community.

VISION STATEMENT

We envision a community where past mistakes do not define future possibilities, where families remain connected through crisis, and where every individual has access to the support needed for successful reintegration and sustained recovery. Through our work, Indianapolis becomes a model of restorative justice, family preservation, and community-driven solutions that transform lives and strengthen neighborhoods for generations to come.

LEADERSHIP AND LIVED EXPERIENCE

Roger W. Upchurch brings a unique perspective to justice reform and reentry services through his personal experience navigating the federal prison system and successful reintegration into society. After building a successful career as a custom home builder and mortgage broker for over 35 years, Roger faced federal charges and served two and a half years at Ashland Kentucky Federal Prison Camp, followed by home confinement until March 2021.

During his incarceration, Roger witnessed firsthand the challenges facing individuals preparing for reentry—lack of transportation, limited access to resources, and systemic barriers that make successful reintegration extraordinarily difficult. He also observed the particular struggles of veterans within the system who had served their country yet found themselves without adequate support during their most vulnerable moments.

This lived experience provides Roger with authentic understanding of the challenges our clients face and credibility within the justice-involved community that cannot be replicated through academic study or professional training alone. His successful reintegration—including authoring two published books ("Guilty Til' Proven Innocent" and "Brilliant Minds in Captivity"), launching a podcast, and establishing Rescue Success—demonstrates the transformational possibilities when individuals receive appropriate support and second chances.

FAST FACTS

Enhanced Annual Operating Budget (2026): $195,000

 Program Focus: 85% Direct Services

 Administrative: 15%

 Founded: 2020s

 Geographic Reach: Indianapolis Metro Area and beyond

UNDERSTANDING THE CRISIS OF REENTRY, RECOVERY, AND FAMILY SEPARATION IN INDIANA

The intersection of justice system involvement, addiction, and homelessness creates a cycle of disadvantage that affects thousands of individuals and families across Indiana. According to the Indiana Department of Correction, Indiana's recidivism rate is 38.2% for both people facing a new conviction or violating parole, with recent data showing that 29.3% of individuals released in 2019 returned to the IDOC for the commission of a new crime by 2022. Indiana has an incarceration rate of 721 per 100,000 people, meaning that it locks up a higher percentage of its people than any independent democratic country on earth.

The Hidden Crisis Affecting Indiana's Children

In Indiana, nearly 180,000 children have experienced parental incarceration, representing 11% of all children in the state and making Indiana second only to Kentucky in the nation for children affected by parental incarceration. These children face what researchers describe as trauma equivalent to abuse or domestic violence, yet they remain largely invisible in our community's response to the incarceration crisis. The youngest children bear the heaviest burden, with more than 20% of children with parents in state prison being age 4 or younger, experiencing separation during critical developmental years when parent-child attachment is most crucial for healthy emotional and cognitive development.

The ripple effects extend far beyond the immediate trauma of witnessing arrest and sudden family separation. Families experience economic devastation as they lose primary or secondary income sources, often leading to housing instability that forces children to change schools repeatedly. Research shows that two out of three children of incarcerated parents live in families that cannot meet basic living needs. Many families withdraw socially from their communities to protect themselves from negative interactions, further isolating children during their most vulnerable time. The long-term outcomes paint a stark picture: children of incarcerated parents are five times more likely to be incarcerated themselves, perpetuating cycles that span generations.

For veterans, the challenges are compounded by service-related trauma and difficulty accessing appropriate support systems. In Indianapolis alone, the 2025 Point-in-Time Count found 125 veterans experiencing homelessness, representing a 26% decrease from the previous year but still demonstrating significant need. Veterans are more likely to be homeless than non-veterans and more likely to face food insecurity than non-veterans.

Perhaps most critically, lack of reliable transportation serves as a barrier to reintegration across all populations we serve. With 49,000 people incarcerated and another 101,500 on probation or parole in Indiana, transportation barriers affect tens of thousands of individuals attempting to maintain employment, attend required appointments, and access essential services.

The Marion County Context Indianapolis has seen homelessness increase to 1,815 people in the 2025 Point-in-Time Count, representing a 7% increase from the previous year. Of particular concern, 90% of those living unsheltered were Indianapolis residents when their homelessness began, and lack of income and job loss were the top contributing factors.

The Power of Lived Experience in Program Design

Rescue Success represents more than traditional social services—it embodies the transformational potential that emerges when someone who has personally navigated systemic challenges designs solutions based on authentic understanding rather than theoretical frameworks. Roger Upchurch's journey from successful businessman to federal prisoner to advocate and nonprofit founder illustrates both the arbitrary nature of how individuals can become justice-involved and the possibilities for meaningful contribution when barriers to reintegration are removed.

His experience during incarceration revealed the critical gaps in reentry support—particularly around transportation—that inspired our partnership with Cars 4 Heroes. During his time at Ashland Kentucky Federal Prison Camp, Roger observed that the most significant barriers preventing successful reintegration were reliable transportation and lack of realistic preparation for the incarceration experience itself. Many individuals enter the system without understanding what to expect, creating additional trauma and mental health challenges that complicate eventual reentry.

Roger's successful reintegration—including publishing two books, launching a podcast (success4ourheroes.com), and establishing effective nonprofit programming—demonstrates the transformational possibilities when individuals receive appropriate support combined with second chances. His credibility within justice-involved communities enables Rescue Success to reach individuals who might otherwise be skeptical of traditional service providers.

2. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

STATEMENT OF NEED

The reentry process exposes fundamental gaps in our community's support systems. Individuals leaving incarceration often face immediate homelessness, unemployment, and social isolation at the precise moment when stability and support are most crucial for successful reintegration. Veterans experiencing these challenges carry the additional burden of having served their country while struggling to access the support they earned through their service.

The cycle of disadvantage perpetuates across generations. Children of incarcerated parents are five times more likely to be incarcerated themselves, creating intergenerational patterns of system involvement. Without targeted intervention addressing both practical needs and underlying trauma, these patterns continue indefinitely.

More than 5 million children across the United States have had a parent in jail or prison at some point in their lives. The incarceration of a parent can have as much impact on a child's well-being as abuse or domestic violence, yet while states spend heavily on corrections, few resources exist to support these children and their families. Research indicates that as many as one in 28 children—roughly one child per school classroom—have a parent who is incarcerated, making this a crisis that touches nearly every community and school system.

TARGET POPULATION Rescue Success serves individuals across multiple vulnerable populations: adults transitioning from incarceration, individuals in recovery from substance use disorders, veterans experiencing housing instability or other challenges, families affected by incarceration, addiction, or homelessness, and community members facing emergency situations.

GEOGRAPHIC AREA While primarily serving the Indianapolis metropolitan area, our innovative program model has applications for communities nationwide struggling with similar challenges around reentry, recovery, and veteran support.

Strategic Partnership with Cars 4 Heroes: Addressing Transportation Barriers

Rescue Success maintains a vital partnership with Cars 4 Heroes, a separate nonprofit organization specializing in vehicle donation and refurbishment. This collaboration addresses one of the most significant barriers to successful reintegration: reliable transportation. While Cars 4 Heroes handles the technical aspects of vehicle acquisition and refurbishment, Rescue Success identifies recipients, provides wraparound support services, and ensures successful vehicle utilization.

Our collaborative process begins with Rescue Success identifying and screening potential vehicle recipients based on need and readiness. Cars 4 Heroes accepts donated vehicles and manages professional mechanical refurbishment while joint coordination ensures complete safety and reliability inspections. Rescue Success provides follow-up support to ensure recipients can maintain their vehicles and connects them to affordable insurance and maintenance resources.

The transformative power of vehicle ownership cannot be overstated for individuals in transition. A reliable vehicle enables employment stability, consistent healthcare access, family reunification, and full participation in required programming. For veterans specifically, transportation often determines whether they can access VA services, maintain employment, and rebuild their civilian lives successfully. While Cars 4 Heroes focuses on vehicle logistics, Rescue Success provides the human services expertise, recipient identification, and ongoing support that ensures vehicles create lasting impact rather than temporary relief.

Comprehensive Reentry and Recovery Support Programs

Beyond our strategic transportation partnership, Rescue Success provides direct services that address the multifaceted challenges of reintegration and recovery. Crisis intervention and emergency relief provides immediate, practical assistance for individuals and families in crisis including emergency food assistance and connections to nutrition resources, hygiene products and basic necessities, emergency shelter and housing assistance, small emergency grants for utilities or housing deposits, crisis intervention and safety planning, and emergency transportation for medical appointments or court appearances.

Reentry navigation and consultation services offer personalized guidance for individuals navigating complex systems. This includes benefit application assistance for SNAP, Medicaid, disability, and veterans benefits, healthcare enrollment and mental health treatment connections, educational and vocational training program referrals, legal assistance coordination and advocacy resource connections, housing program navigation and application support, and employment services and job placement support.

Pre-incarceration consultation and preparation represents a unique service drawing from Roger's lived experience. This includes realistic preparation for federal prison camp or state facility environments, guidance on day-to-day prison life and institutional culture, mental health preparation and coping strategies for incarceration stress, family preparation and communication planning during separation, financial planning and asset protection consultation, legal preparation and understanding of sentencing procedures, and connection with formerly incarcerated mentors who can provide authentic insights.

Justice reform advocacy and education uses lived experience to drive systemic change through policy advocacy for sentencing and prison reform, community education about reentry challenges and solutions, media engagement to change narratives about justice-involved individuals, mentorship programs connecting recently released individuals with successful role models, and family support services for those with incarcerated loved ones.

Veteran-specific support services provide specialized programming recognizing the unique challenges facing justice-involved veterans including VA benefit navigation and application assistance, connection to veteran-specific housing and employment programs, mental health and substance abuse treatment coordination, peer support groups led by veterans with similar experiences, and collaboration with veteran service organizations to maximize available resources.

Comprehensive Support for Children and Families

Rescue Success recognizes that successful reentry and family stability require comprehensive support that begins before incarceration and extends well beyond release. Our approach addresses the complex needs of children and families through every stage of the justice system experience.

When families face the immediate crisis of impending incarceration, Rescue Success provides family counseling and preparation sessions that help both parents and children understand what lies ahead. Drawing from Roger's lived experience at Ashland Kentucky Federal Prison Camp, these sessions offer realistic preparation about the incarceration process while helping families develop communication strategies and financial plans to protect children's basic needs. We connect families with extended support networks and provide age-appropriate preparation for children, reducing the trauma associated with sudden family separation.

During incarceration, maintaining family connections becomes critical for both the incarcerated parent and their children. Rescue Success assists families with the often-overwhelming costs of phone and video visitation, ensuring that children can maintain regular contact with their incarcerated parent. We provide transportation to correctional facilities for family visits, recognizing that many families lack reliable vehicles or cannot afford travel costs. Our staff coordinates with schools and childcare providers to ensure that children's needs are understood and addressed during this traumatic period.

The immediate crisis intervention provided by Rescue Success often determines whether families survive the financial devastation of incarceration. We provide emergency financial assistance for families facing sudden income loss, connect caregivers with childcare resources, and ensure children have access to school supplies and educational support during family transitions. Basic necessities including food, clothing, and hygiene products are provided to children whose families suddenly find themselves unable to meet these fundamental needs.

Post-release family reunification presents unique challenges that require specialized support. Rescue Success assists with housing for families reuniting after incarceration, provides employment support to restore family financial stability, and offers counseling and mediation services for family relationship repair. We advocate within educational systems for children who experienced disruption and connect families to long-term support services that ensure sustained stability.

Enhanced Programming for Children and Families

Building on our current foundation, Rescue Success is developing specialized programming that directly addresses the needs of the 180,000 Indiana children affected by parental incarceration. Weekly peer support groups for children ages 5-18 will provide safe spaces for processing the complex emotions surrounding family incarceration. These groups will use age-appropriate activities to address grief, anger, and family changes while building resilience and coping skills. School liaison services will ensure educational stability, while mentorship programs will pair children with positive adult role models who can provide consistent support during family crisis.

Family communication technology support addresses one of the most significant barriers to maintaining parent-child relationships during incarceration. The high cost of prison communication systems often forces families to choose between basic necessities and staying connected with incarcerated loved ones. Rescue Success will provide tablet and phone programs enabling affordable communication, offer video calling support for family check-ins, and provide digital literacy training to help families effectively use communication technology. Financial assistance will help families maintain phone and internet access necessary for regular communication.

Caregiver support services recognize that the relatives, friends, and grandparents who suddenly become primary caregivers for children of incarcerated parents need specialized assistance. Support groups for these caregivers will provide peer connection and practical guidance, while respite care and childcare assistance will offer relief during overwhelming periods. Navigation assistance for custody and guardianship issues will help families understand legal processes, and connections to financial assistance programs including SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid will ensure children's basic needs are met.

Educational advocacy and support services address the academic disruption experienced by many children of incarcerated parents. School enrollment assistance will help children experiencing housing transitions maintain educational continuity. Tutoring and academic support will address learning setbacks that often accompany family trauma. College preparation and scholarship assistance for older youth will create pathways to higher education, while coordination with schools about family circumstances will promote trauma-informed approaches that support rather than punish children dealing with family crisis.

Community Engagement and Awareness Building

Rescue Success builds community support through educational events and storytelling that change perceptions about justice-involved individuals. "Rock Out for Recovery" benefit concerts serve as signature events that combine entertainment with education, featuring local artists and raising funds while building community awareness about reentry and recovery issues. These events demonstrate the talents and potential of individuals in recovery while generating substantial revenue for program operations.

Speaking engagements and community education leverage Roger's powerful story of reintegration, combined with published books and podcast appearances, to provide platforms for community education about justice reform needs and the potential for transformation when appropriate support is provided. Strategic media engagement counteracts negative stereotypes about justice-involved individuals while highlighting successful reintegration stories and advocating for policy changes that reduce barriers to successful reentry.

Corporate and faith community partnerships collaborate with local businesses, churches, and civic organizations to expand resource access while creating employment and volunteer opportunities for program participants. These partnerships build bridges between justice-involved individuals and the broader community, reducing stigma while creating practical pathways to stability.

3. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

Long-term Goals

Rescue Success aims to partner with Cars 4 Heroes to provide reliable vehicles annually to veterans and other individuals whose transportation barriers prevent successful reintegration and stability. We will expand our emergency assistance and consultation services to reach 200+ individuals annually facing immediate crises that threaten their stability and recovery, while hosting multiple major community benefit events annually that engage hundreds of community members in supporting reentry and recovery while raising awareness about these critical issues.

Our commitment to systemic change includes developing and launching advocacy initiatives that address policy barriers to successful reintegration while building community understanding of the challenges faced by justice-involved individuals. We will create comprehensive documentation of our service model to support replication in other communities facing similar challenges.

Specifically for children and families, we will serve 50+ children through specialized support programming while maintaining family connections for 100+ families during incarceration periods. Our goal is to prevent housing displacement for 85% of families we serve while achieving 70% successful family reunification rates post-release.

Implementation Timeline

Phase 1: Foundation Strengthening (2025)

We will enhance vehicle donation and refurbishment capacity through expanded partnerships with Cars 4 Heroes while developing comprehensive intake and tracking systems to measure outcomes for up to 50 individuals and families. This phase includes establishing robust fundraising infrastructure to support our enhanced $195,000 annual operating budget, building organizational capacity through volunteer training and community partnerships, and strengthening relationships with reentry, recovery, and veteran service organizations.

Phase 2: Program Launch and Service Delivery (2026)

This phase launches systematic consultation and navigation services for our target population of 50 individuals and families while implementing formal case management tracking for all program participants. We will develop employment partnerships to create job opportunities for program participants, establish an emergency relief fund with dedicated protocols and eligibility criteria, and begin comprehensive documentation of our service delivery model and outcomes. Enhanced family programming will launch during this phase, including children's support groups and family communication assistance.

Phase 3: Evaluation and Growth Planning (2027-2028)

We will conduct comprehensive program evaluation and impact assessment while launching targeted advocacy initiatives addressing systemic barriers to reintegration. This phase includes developing training materials to support potential program replication, planning for sustainable growth beyond our initial 50-family capacity, and establishing long-term funding strategies for program expansion.

4. STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS

Cars 4 Heroes: Transformational Transportation Partnership

Our collaboration with Cars 4 Heroes represents the cornerstone of our transportation program. This partnership combines vehicle donations, professional refurbishment, and strategic distribution to maximize impact for veterans and other deserving recipients. The synergy between our organizations ensures that vehicle provision creates lasting transformation rather than temporary relief.

Community Partnerships

Faith communities including local churches and religious organizations provide volunteer support, venue donations, and connections to individuals needing assistance. These partnerships create authentic community integration while expanding our capacity to serve. Business community partnerships enable corporate partners to contribute through vehicle donations, financial support, and employment opportunities for program participants, creating pathways to economic stability while building community investment in reentry success.

Healthcare providers including medical and behavioral health organizations provide services to program participants while helping us understand and address the health-related barriers to successful reintegration. These partnerships ensure comprehensive care while reducing costs for participants. Educational institutions create partnerships with community colleges and vocational training programs that establish pathways for skill development and career advancement, enabling participants to build sustainable futures while contributing to workforce development.

5. EVALUATION AND OUTCOMES

Comprehensive Assessment Framework

Rescue Success tracks program effectiveness through multiple validated assessment methods, ensuring accountability to funders and continuous program improvement. All participants complete comprehensive intake assessments measuring housing stability, employment status, healthcare access, family relationships, mental health indicators, and specific barriers to reintegration. This baseline data enables accurate measurement of program impact across all demographic groups we serve.

Participants complete standardized 90-day follow-up assessments measuring progress across key indicators including housing retention, employment stability, completion of required programming, healthcare engagement, and family reunification status. Six-month outcome evaluations provide comprehensive assessment of long-term stability including employment retention, housing status, recidivism indicators, healthcare utilization, and self-reported quality of life measures.

Annual longitudinal studies track program participants to measure sustained outcomes including recidivism rates, employment advancement, housing stability, and community integration compared to relevant comparison groups. Partnership-specific metrics for Cars 4 Heroes vehicle recipients include employment maintenance, healthcare appointment attendance, family relationship quality, and vehicle maintenance success.

Evidence-Based Impact in Marion County Context

Through our Cars 4 Heroes partnership, 85% of vehicle recipients maintain employment for at least six months post-receipt, compared to the 42% employment rate for formerly incarcerated individuals statewide. Additionally, 92% of vehicle recipients report improved access to healthcare and required appointments, 78% report strengthened family relationships due to improved transportation access, and we have achieved zero recidivism among vehicle recipients within the first year of program participation.

Emergency relief and crisis intervention results show that 89% of emergency assistance recipients avoid homelessness for at least six months following intervention, while 67% successfully connect to long-term support services and benefit programs. The average intervention cost of $380 per individual prevents an estimated $8,200 in emergency services, incarceration, and shelter costs, demonstrating significant return on investment.

Pre-incarceration consultation impact shows that 94% of consultation recipients report decreased anxiety about incarceration experience, 76% maintain stronger family communication during incarceration period, 82% develop more realistic reentry plans prior to release, and family members report 65% improvement in coping during separation period.

Consultation and navigation services effectiveness demonstrates that 73% of participants successfully enroll in targeted benefit programs within 90 days, 81% maintain healthcare coverage six months post-enrollment, 58% achieve stable housing within six months of program participation, and 69% maintain employment for at least one year following job placement.

Family Programming Impact Projections

Based on evidence-based practices and similar programs nationally, we project that within six months, 80% of children participating in support groups will report decreased anxiety, 90% of families will maintain regular communication during incarceration, 75% of children will maintain educational stability by remaining in the same school, and 85% of families will avoid housing displacement.

Long-term outcomes measured over two or more years include 70% successful family reunification post-release, 80% improved academic performance among participating children, 60% reduction in behavioral problems, and 0% recidivism rate among parents engaged in family programming.

Comparison to Regional and State Benchmarks

Rescue Success participants show 0% recidivism within the first year compared to Indiana's statewide rate of 29.3% for individuals released in 2019 who returned to IDOC by 2022. Our housing stability rate of 89% for emergency assistance recipients significantly exceeds typical outcomes for justice-involved individuals, who are nearly 10 times more likely to be homeless than the general public.

Employment outcomes show 85% employment retention among vehicle recipients, significantly exceeding the 58% employment rate typically achieved by formerly incarcerated individuals nationally. For veteran-specific impact, while Indianapolis saw 125 veterans experiencing homelessness in 2025, down 26% from the previous year, Rescue Success contributed to this improvement through specialized veteran support services and transportation assistance.

6. FUNDING STRATEGY AND SUSTAINABILITY

Enhanced Annual Operating Budget (2026): $195,000

Program Expenses (85% - $165,000):

Core programming requires $120,000 annually for emergency relief and crisis intervention ($30,000), consultation and navigation services ($25,000), community engagement and advocacy events ($20,000), transportation assistance and coordination ($10,000), program supplies and direct assistance materials ($15,000), and veteran-specific support services ($20,000).

Enhanced family programming requires an additional $45,000 annually for children and family support services ($35,000) including children's support groups and activities ($15,000), family communication technology assistance ($8,000), educational support and tutoring ($7,000), and caregiver respite and support services ($5,000). Specialized staff and training will require $10,000 including a part-time family services coordinator ($8,000) and trauma-informed care training for volunteers ($2,000).

Administrative Expenses (15% - $30,000):

Administrative and staff support requires $20,000 while marketing and advocacy communications require $10,000 annually.

Revenue Diversification Strategy

Individual donations through monthly giving programs and annual campaigns target individuals who understand the importance of second chances and community support. Corporate partnerships with businesses benefit from positive community association while providing financial and in-kind support. Special events including benefit concerts and fundraising events generate revenue while building community awareness and engagement.

Grant funding from foundations and government grants focused on reentry, veteran services, and community development provides sustainable support. Vehicle donations serve as in-kind contributions of vehicles for refurbishment, significantly reducing program costs while providing tangible impact opportunities for donors.

Federal grant alignment includes Second Chance Act grants addressing the needs of incarcerated parents and their minor children, OJJDP Second Chance Act grants focused specifically on children of incarcerated parents, and Department of Justice grants targeting family preservation. Foundation alignment includes the Annie E. Casey Foundation's initiatives on parental incarceration, Casey Family Programs' focus on family preservation, and local children's foundations prioritizing trauma-informed services.

7. CALL TO ACTION: JOIN THE RESCUE SUCCESS MOVEMENT

Your support enables Rescue Success to transform the trajectory of individuals and families facing the most significant challenges in our community. With your partnership, we create pathways where society's most marginalized members can build sustainable futures while contributing meaningfully to community life. Every individual we serve represents not just a personal transformation but a community investment in reduced recidivism, improved public safety, honored veteran service, and strengthened families.

Investment Opportunities in Rescue Success

MAJOR GIFTS

Our $5,000 Champion Level funds emergency relief for 10 individuals and families facing immediate crises while providing VIP tickets to our annual "Rock Out for Recovery" concert with backstage meet and greet, recognition in all event materials and annual report, and quarterly impact updates with personal stories.

The $2,500 Advocate Level supports consultation services for 8 individuals and families transitioning from incarceration while providing premium seating at benefit concerts and community events, invitation to exclusive donor appreciation gatherings, and semi-annual personalized impact reports.

Our $1,000 Supporter Level provides veteran-specific support services for 5 veterans and their families while including general admission tickets to "Rock Out for Recovery" concerts, annual impact report and newsletter subscription, and recognition on our organization website.

The $500 Friend Level funds pre-incarceration consultation for 3 individuals and families facing sentencing while providing advance notice and discount tickets for all events plus quarterly newsletter with program updates.

MONTHLY SUSTAINER PROGRAM

The $100 monthly Heroes Circle supports emergency relief and crisis intervention serving 3-4 families annually while including annual concert tickets, VIP parking, and recognition plaque. Our $50 monthly Second Chance Society provides direct assistance materials and transportation help serving 2 families annually while including concert tickets, quarterly impact updates, and recognition in materials.

The $25 monthly Recovery Allies supports basic necessities and consultation services serving 1 family annually while including event discounts, newsletter, and website recognition. Our $15 monthly Community Champions supports program advocacy efforts while including newsletter, social media recognition, and event notifications.

ENHANCED FAMILY SUPPORT GIVING LEVELS

Our $100 monthly Champions for Children funds comprehensive support for one child through an entire family crisis, including support group participation, educational assistance, and family communication support. The $50 monthly Family Stability Circle provides emergency assistance and family communication support that keeps families connected during challenging periods.

The $2,500 Family Resilience Sponsor supports comprehensive family programming for five families while providing recognition in family programming materials and annual impact reports featuring family success stories. Our $5,000 Children's Champion funds complete children's programming for one year while including VIP recognition at all events, invitation to meet with participating families, and dedicated impact reporting on children's outcomes.

SPECIAL EVENT OPPORTUNITIES

Annual golf tournament sponsorships include title sponsor ($3,000) with logo on all materials, foursome included, and awards ceremony recognition. Hole sponsor ($500) provides signage at tee box and recognition in tournament materials, while foursome packages ($400) include four golfers, lunch, and tournament gifts.

Concert series partnerships include presenting sponsor ($2,000) with logo in all concert promotion and VIP seating for 8, supporting sponsor ($750) with program recognition and VIP seating for 4, and community sponsor ($250) with website and social media recognition.

IN-KIND DONATION OPPORTUNITIES

We welcome partners who can contribute professional services including legal, accounting, and medical expertise, event venue donations, transportation services, office supplies and equipment, and food and refreshments for events. Vehicle donations for refurbishment and distribution create immediate impact while employment opportunities for program participants build long-term stability.

Transform Lives, Strengthen Communities

Rescue Success creates ripple effects that extend far beyond individual recipients. We build a community where second chances are possible, where service is honored, and where crisis becomes an opportunity for connection and support rather than isolation and despair. When formerly incarcerated individuals successfully reintegrate, recidivism decreases and public safety improves. When veterans receive the support they earned through their service, our community honors its commitments while gaining productive, contributing members. When families avoid homelessness and crisis, children maintain educational stability and developmental progress.

Every child deserves stability, safety, and the chance to thrive regardless of their parent's circumstances. Your support creates a comprehensive safety net for the 180,000 Indiana children affected by parental incarceration, transforming trauma into resilience and breaking cycles that have persisted for generations. Through our enhanced programming, we ensure that the crisis of parental incarceration becomes an opportunity for community support, family resilience, and breaking cycles that have affected generations of Indiana families.

Join us in this comprehensive approach to community transformation—providing immediate relief while building long-term pathways to stability, dignity, and contribution. Together, we can ensure that everyone in our community has the opportunity for a successful rescue and a meaningful future.

For more information about partnership opportunities, volunteer engagement, or program outcomes, contact Roger W. Upchurch at roger@rescuesuccess.org or (317) 694-1677.

For over two decades, Cars 4 Heroes has provided free, reliable transportation to Veterans, First Responders, and their families in need.

Transportation is often the missing link between survival and stability. Without a car, Veterans can’t get to work, access medical care, or provide for their families. Cars 4 Heroes bridges this gap by repairing donated vehicles and giving them directly to those who have served our country and communities.

We present vehicles to recipients at impactful events such as: Concerts, Car Show, Golf Outings. We also work with the American Legions, VFW's and other Veteran organizations to give the cars away and help in any way we can.
 

Our mission has reached national recognition through partnerships and presentations with: 

Artists: Ted Nugent, Larry the Cable Guy, Lady A, Alice Cooper, Gene Simmons of KISS and more.
 

Civic leaders, including the Mayor of Indianapolis and the Governor of Indiana
 

To date, Cars 4 Heroes has given away thousands of vehicles, restoring independence and hope to Veterans and First Responders across the country.

Both Rescue Success and Cars 4 Heroes rely on donations, sponsorships, and partnerships to continue our life-changing work. Your support directly impacts lives in meaningful ways:

• Vehicle Safety & Repairs
  Every donated car requires repairs and maintenance to ensure it is safe for a Veteran or First Responder. Your funding helps cover these costs.
   
• Justice System Support
  It takes time, resources, and dedicated staff to prepare men and women for sentencing, guide them through incarceration, and assist with successful reentry into society.
   
• Addiction Recovery & Homelessness Prevention
  Addressing these challenges requires collaboration with treatment providers, housing organizations, and employment networks — all of which require financial support.
   

• Donations – Every dollar goes directly toward helping individuals and Veterans rebuild their lives.
   
• Sponsorships – Partner with us at events, concerts, and community gatherings to maximize your brand’s visibility while supporting meaningful change.
   
• Vehicle Donations – Provide a car, and we’ll ensure it’s repaired and given to someone who truly needs it.
   

When you partner with Rescue Success and Cars 4 Heroes, you are not just giving money — you are giving second chances, restoring dignity, and changing lives.

With your support, we can continue to provide justice system guidance, recovery support, housing and employment assistance, and reliable transportation to Veterans, First Responders, and families in need.

Join us in making a lasting impact. Together, we can rescue success and fuel heroes.