I AM 2ND CHANCES
I AM 2ND CHANCES, INC. is a nonprofit ministry that exists to inspire a message of hope and redemption by illuminating the character of Jesus, connecting people to the Truth, equipping spiritual growth through high-quality resources, and encouraging people to live out their faith.
Objectives
I AM 2ND CHANCES, Inc. and it’s partner I AM MASTERPIECE are developing multimedia ministry resources that will include a website, podcasts, YouTube and multiple social media channels to broaden our outreach to the public and provide ongoing support.
I AM 2ND CHANCES is passionate about reaching those with a gritty past and tackle topics that churches are often uncomfortable talking about; gambling, pornography, sexual identity, gangs, crime, divorce, bankruptcy, etc. While churches may minister to this demographic on a limited geographical scope, I AM 2ND CHANCES has relationships expanding all over the globe.
Studies show that now more than ever there is a need to share a message of hope and healing. I AM 2ND CHANCES will do just that. With their own redemptive stories of freedom from gambling, addiction, struggles with sexual identity and pornography, painful divorce, bankruptcy (personal or business) and more, they will encourage and inspire people by pointing them to the only One who can transform their lives...Jesus Christ. As the team of I AM 2ND CHANCES grows, our target market will continue to broaden with the range of topics and issues.
According to Recent Studies
- 80% of American adults gamble on a yearly basis. Five out of every 100 gamblers have a gambling addiction. As many as 750,000 young people, ages 14 to 21 have a gambling addiction. (addictions.com)
- 40 million Americans say they regularly visit porn sites. 70% of men aged 18 to 24 visit a porn site at least once per month. Sunday is the most popular day of the week for viewing porn. (therecoveryvillage.com)
- Every 13 seconds there will be one divorce in America. That equates to 277 divorces per hour, 6,646 divorces per day, 46,523 divorces per week, and 2,419,196 divorces per year. (wf-lawyers.com)
- 40 million Americans ages 12 and older – or more than 1 in 7 people – abuse or are addicted to nicotine, alcohol or other substances. (centeronaddiction.org)
- Far more Americans die at the hands of gang members than in acts of terror or mass shootings. There are around 2,000 gang-related homicides every year, or 13% of all homicides in the U.S. (gcn.com)
- In 2018, an estimated 1,206,836 violent crimes occurred nationwide. An estimated 139,380 rapes were reported to law enforcement. This was a 2.7% increase from 2017. The estimated number of murders in the nation was 14,214. (ucr.fbi.gov)
- Bankruptcy filings rose 16 percent during the 12-month period ending March 31, 2024. According to statistics released by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, total filings rose to 467,774 new cases, compared with 403,273 cases reported during the year ending March 31, 2023. Business filings increased 40.4 percent, from 14,467 in March 2023 to 20,316 in the newest report. Non-business filings rose 15.1 percent, from 388,806 in March 2023 to 447,458 in March 2024.
Derrick's Story
Help Us Spread a Message of Hope
I AM 2ND CHANCES Ministries will leverage the multiple marketing strategies to reach people and carry forward our vision and mission. As we grow we will expand in areas including the growth of our website, social media, podcasts, YouTube, influencers, live events, email and newsletters and strategic partnerships. Our website will provide a wealth of resources designed to equip people to grow in their faith. Resources like, a Bible and Bible study guide, a video library of testimonies, recommended books, a prayer hotline, and more. This will connect people with the necessary resources to strengthen their walk with the Lord.
All of this takes support. We ask that you consider helping us reach the world for Jesus Christ. Donations to I AM 2ND CHANCES are tax deductible.