We have secured the release of 30+ individuals from incarceration and played a major role in Richmond’s ‘Ban The Box’ legislation. We also work to restore the voting rights of formerly incarcerated people.
We train marginalized individuals in solar installation (70+ to date), while fighting fossil fuel infrastructure and advocating for environmentally just policy.
We connect formerly incarcerated individuals with ~20 long-term beds, across the Commonwealth, to ease their transition back to public life.
Our mission is to empower formerly incarcerated persons, veterans, at-risk youth, substance abusers and those suffering from homelessness. We help these groups of people overcome barriers that hinder their effective transition following military duty, recovery and/or incarceration into mainstream society with positive outlooks towards sustained success. We are driven by a commitment to restorative justice, environmental justice, and sustainability.
Sherrod has found a match as a solar installer at Resource Innovations. He’s been at the position for a few months and is grateful for Bridging The Gap In Virginia for helping him find this path. Click to read more.
The Virginia Renewable Energy Alliance makes an annual award recognizing an individual or organization for significant contributions advancing renewable energy in Virginia. This year, Richard Walker was nominated and chosen for the award. The Virginia Read more…
Our Founder and CEO, Richard Walker, was recently interviewed on NBC12. Watch the clip here. Those interested in signing up for our next solar installation training should contact Mr. Walker by email or phone.
Sherrod Long first got involved with Bridging The Gap In Virginia in April of 2022 at the recommendation of a friend. When he initially joined the program, he had no solar experience though he had Read more…
