Our impact
Since 1994, the Hardman Trust has supported hundreds of people serving long prison sentences in the UK to take their next steps in life. Our work helps individuals prepare for release, rebuild confidence, and reintegrate back into society. This benefits not only the individual, but also their family and the wider community. Our vision is clear: a future where everyone can achieve their potential within prison and beyond release.
Impact Report >
See what impact our work is having on people leaving prison.
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Find out how people have used our support to take their next steps in life.
We care about making a difference and demonstrating the impact of the work we do. Last year:
64%
of people we supported moved into employment (54% employed, 34% self employed)
43%
completed a training / educational course
7%
had started volunteering
29%
were starting a new training course at the time of asking
The impact of the grant on each person’s wellbeing has been clear, with:
100%
of people said the support of The Hardman Trust helped them achieve their goals, and all were satisfied with their experience working with us
100%
of people felt more independent as a result of the support
100%
65%
saw an improvement in their close relationships
100%
of felt more positive about the future
100%
Read our 2023-2026 strategy
Read our Cambridge University study
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More people going to prison, and
sentences are getting longer.
In the 30 years since we were formed, the number of people in prison has risen by 93%.