Wishing you a happy & healthy holiday season

In recent years I have come to approach the holiday season with a new pair of glasses. Each year I find time to reflect on the people and events that have touched my life and consider both my accomplishments and those goals that I have yet to achieve. More importantly, I take time to appreciate those who are in my life and those that drive me to make every day one that is filled with purpose. Working in the carceral system I am reminded of the holidays where greeting cards were few, if any, a holiday meal was served in a brown bag, and the longing to be with family, friends, and loved ones could only be achieved in my dreams. Those individuals currently behind the walls of our prisons and jails, and their families, are in my thoughts and prayers.

This year my wish is that every person take time to tell those in your life how much they mean, and to acknowledge those individuals less fortunate that are struggling with life’s challenges. A simple smile, handshake, cup of coffee/tea, or any unsolicited act of kindness could change a life forever.

I am blessed to be leading the Petey Greene Program and an organization which is filled with a passionate and dedicated Board of Trustees, an awesome staff, an amazing group of volunteers, and incredible partners, all working to make this world a far better place to live. I look forward to the year ahead and wish you and your family a very safe, happy, and healthy new year.

Jeffrey Abramowitz
Chief Executive Officer
The Petey Greene Program