Our Story

The Rock Found began in 2014 with a belief: everyone returning from incarceration deserves a stable foundation, a place to belong, and opportunities to move forward. Inspired by personal experience, faith, and a commitment to community, our founder set out to help people navigate reentry with practical support and hope for the future.

Finding housing, securing employment, accessing mental health care, and facing the stigma of a criminal record can make starting again feel uncertain. The Rock Found was created to walk alongside individuals through these challenges, recognizing each person’s strengths, respecting their choices, and supporting the goals they set for themselves.

Through partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and faith communities, that vision took root. What began as a small effort to create a safe, supportive place grew into a network of resources and relationships grounded in dignity, trust, and shared responsibility.

Today, The Rock Found brings together job readiness workshops, housing assistance, mentorship, and spiritual guidance to help participants build stability and connection. Our commitment remains personal: to meet people where they are, offer dependable support, and create room for each person to build a future with purpose.

A stable foundation. A place to belong. Rooted in Community.

Our team

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Cheryl

Polan

Founder & Executive Director
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Ella Patterson

Case Manager
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Rejeana Martin

Sr. Case Manager
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Amanda

Flynn

Program Manager
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Tammy Proctor

Education & Employment Navigator
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Tammy Fiscus

Compliance Coordinator

Our Board Members

President: Laurette Hoaglund
Treasurer: Teresa Rohn
Secretary: Amanda Flynn
Member: Lynnda Easter
Member: Tina Maddux

Our Successful Re-entrys

Building Foundations. Rebuilding Lives. Strengthening Communities.

Real journeys of resilience, hope, and community rebuilding. Each image highlights our community members establishing stable careers, homes, and empowered lives.

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