Exodus.life is a nonprofit that claims to empower individuals by addressing the root causes of addiction, mental health struggles, and recidivism. ¹ The organization emphasizes a faith-based approach to recovery, integrating spiritual guidance with practical support services. Its primary focus is on underserved communities in Arkansas, particularly in the economically disadvantaged Delta region. ² Exodus.life claims that by addressing social determinants of health such as housing insecurity, unemployment, and lack of access to health care, society can create sustainable pathways for recovery and reintegration for addicts and formerly incarcerated people. ³

Programs and Services

Exodus.life trains mentors with lived experience in addiction recovery or incarceration to provide guidance and emotional support. These peer mentors serve as role models, helping clients rebuild their lives. ⁴

Exodus.life offers individualized case management services that connect clients to resources such as medical care, vocational training, housing assistance, and transportation. Each client receives a personalized plan tailored his or her to their unique needs and circumstances. ⁴

Collaborations with churches, civic organizations, and healthcare providers enable Exodus.life to extend its reach and impact. These partnerships facilitate access to crisis intervention services, preventive education programs, and community-based support networks. ⁴

While Exodus.life is not a licensed treatment provider, it complements clinical care by addressing systemic barriers that often hinder recovery. For example, the organization helps clients overcome challenges such as transportation limitations, employment discrimination against formerly incarcerated individuals, and stigma surrounding mental health issues. ⁵

Public Policy Engagement

In addition to its direct service programs, Exodus.life engages in public policy advocacy at the state level. The organization has been an active proponent of criminal justice policies in Arkansas, particularly policies aimed at reducing recidivism through expanded access to mental health resources and addiction treatment programs. ⁶

Exodus.life has provided testimony before Arkansas legislative committees on issues such as parole reform and Medicaid coverage for substance use disorder treatment. ⁷

The nonprofit’s faith-based model also reflects a growing trend of integrating religious institutions into public health strategies. This approach has been bolstered by federal grants under the Charitable Choice provision, which allows faith-based organizations to receive government funding for social service programs without compromising their religious identity. ⁷

Funding and Operations

According to Exodus.life’s tax return for the fiscal year ending December 2023, the organization reported total revenues of $579,511, primarily derived from contributions and grants totaling $418,107. Program service revenue amounted to $161,404. Expenses for the same period were $673,355, resulting in a deficit of $93,844. The bulk of expenses went toward salaries, with $246,178 allocated to compensation for current officers, directors, and key employees. Executive Director Ginger D. Ford received $99,660 in reportable compensation. ⁸

At year’s end, the organization held total assets of $225,026 and liabilities of $382,529, indicating negative net assets of $157,503. ⁸

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