Financial Literacy Programs in State Prisons

This brief examines the lack of financial literacy programs in U.S. state prisons, with particular emphasis on how economic instability contributes to high recidivism rates and the role that structured financial education can play in improving reentry outcomes for formerly incarcerated individuals.

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Rushil Yarrabolu

April 14, 2026

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Rushil Yarrabolu

Major Gifts Team Lead

Rushil Yarrabolu is a sophomore at West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North and serves as a Major Gifts Team Lead on YIP's Center for Civic Growth, where he works to build and strengthen donor relationships that support YIP's mission.

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