Data-Driven Reentry & Impact Post-Prison
Riverside House
by the numbers
Over five decades, Riverside House has grown from a small faith-based program to a data-driven reentry leader. Today, we track comprehensive outcomes across every service area — from daily operations to long-term alumni success. These numbers represent our commitment to transparency, accountability, and proven results.
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Behind each statistic is a person who walked through our doors seeking hope and left equipped for independence.
Transparency & Accountability
Why we track every outcome
and focus on data
As a federally contracted reentry provider and Miami-Dade County partner, Riverside House maintains rigorous data tracking across every program. From daily operations to long-term alumni outcomes, transparent reporting ensures continuous improvement, demonstrates effectiveness, and builds trust with the communities we serve.
We are committed to delivering quality, effective, and faith-based support that guides formerly incarcerated men and women to become productive citizens and rebuild their lives.
We envision a stronger and more unified Miami where formerly incarcerated individuals become productive citizens and valued members of our vibrant community.
We are grounded in community, diversity, spirituality, accountability, family, and productivity — the foundational core values that make our transformational work possible.
Federal Oversight
Regular audits, compliance reviews, and outcome reporting to Bureau of Prisons and Residential Reentry Management Miami.
Community Accountability
Annual financial audits, IRS Form 990 filings, and public transparency for donors, partners, and stakeholders.
Program Excellence
Data-driven decision making that identifies what works, improves services, and maximizes impact for every participant.
Impact At A Glance
Primary outcomes and measuring
what matters most
Riverside House is proud of the results we've generated that reflect our focus on positively impacting personal accountability, family relationships, and spiritual growth.
95% Success Rate
Graduates usually don't return to prison, far exceeding the national average of 1 in 4 inmates reoffending within 3 years.
89.4% Program Completion Rate
Residents who successfully complete the full residential reentry program with all requirements met.
66% Graduate With Employment
Participants who leave Riverside House with jobs secured, verified, and income established.
1,561 Clients Served
Men and women guided by Riverside House through residential reentry and emergency shelter programs.
99% Receive Housing Support
Participants receiving case management, landlord connections, and housing assistance services.
370 Family Visits Annually
Reunification restoring relationships between parents, children, spouses, and extended family.
3 Years Alumni Support Period
Post-release follow-up through Riverside Reentry 2.0 during the highest-risk recidivism window.
2,000 Annual Reentry 2.0 Goal
Individuals to be served annually through Riverside Reentry 2.0 expansion over five years.
Comprehensive Care
Every service tracked and
every participant supported
From meals served to accountability checks conducted, these operational metrics demonstrate the comprehensive, consistent support that creates lasting transformation.
Nutritious Meals Served Annually
Recurring Accountability Checks
Official Drug Tests Conducted
Supervised Home Weekend Passes
Days Average Home Confinement
Sponsor Visits Conducted
Prayer Meetings Annually
Days Average In-House Stay
Church Passes Provided
Have Substance Abuse History
Participant Supervision & Support
Receive Case Management
What Drives Our Outcomes
The services behind
our proven results
Every statistic is the result of coordinated services addressing the whole person. Riverside House delivers integrated programming that reduces recidivism, restores families, and rebuilds lives throughout Miami-Dade County.
Comprehensive Services
15 service categories addressing housing, recovery, education, and more.
Faith-Based Transformation
Voluntary spiritual development addressing root causes of behavior.
Personalized Case Management
Dedicated case managers with weekly check-ins and individualized plans.
Employer Partnerships
Second-chance hiring networks, WOTC guidance, and job placement assistance.
Family Integration
Regular annual visits rebuilding support systems essential to long-term stability.
Sustained Alumni Support
Three-year follow-up with day reporting center, support groups, and mentorship.
Year Founded
Residential Reentry Beds
Emergency Shelter Beds
Million In Federal Contracts Since 2005
Million In Annual Gross Receipts
Million In Total Assets
Organizational Growth
Five decades of
expanding capacity and proven trust
Riverside House has grown from a small church outreach with 12 beds and a $20,000 annual budget to a comprehensive reentry campus serving 150 individuals simultaneously. This growth reflects Miami-Dade County's trust, continuous federal partnership, and consistent program effectiveness.
Success Stories
What our residents, participants,
and others are saying
Numbers tell part of the story, but the true measure of Riverside House's impact comes from the voices of those who've experienced our programs firsthand and the community partners who witness transformation daily.
This place is a dream come true for people coming out of prison. The staff are caring, professional, and devoted to helping the formerly incarcerated reenter society with dignity and confidence.
Meet Our Team
Committed reentry
and community support professionals
Our team is ready to help you.
Cleveland Bell III
President & CEO
Dafeny Iglesias
Operations Assistant
Michelle Taylor
Life Skills Coach
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connected to our cause
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We've Got Answers
Frequently asked questions
and answers
We provide clear, straightforward answers to help individuals, families, and partners understand our programs, services, data, and outcomes.
Our 95% success rate represents graduates who do not return to prison, tracked over our organizational history since 1973. This outcome is monitored through ongoing coordination with federal partners, regular alumni check-ins, and verification through available public records. Success rates are calculated based on participants who complete the full program and maintain community stability.
Our data tracking system captures all participants served through our residential reentry and emergency shelter programs. The specific time frames and totals are updated regularly as we continue serving returning citizens and individuals experiencing homelessness throughout Miami-Dade County.
Program completion means a resident fulfilled all requirements of their individualized reentry plan, met federal supervision expectations, and transitioned out of the program in good standing with next steps in place. This includes securing employment or approved activities, establishing housing plans, and demonstrating readiness for independent living.
Our employment graduation rate tracks residents who had verified employment at the time of program completion or transition. Employment is verified through paystubs, direct employer contact, and ongoing employment accountability checks conducted by case management staff in coordination with federal supervision requirements.
Through Riverside Reentry 2.0 and our alumni aftercare programming, we maintain regular contact with graduates via phone check-ins, day reporting center visits, support group attendance, and ongoing case manager follow-up. This sustained engagement helps ensure long-term stability during the critical post-release period when recidivism risk is highest.
Yes. Our outcomes and operations undergo rigorous oversight including federal Bureau of Prisons contract compliance reviews, Residential Reentry Management (RRM) Miami monitoring, annual independent financial audits, and IRS Form 990 reporting requirements. This multi-layered accountability ensures data accuracy and program quality.
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