Getting Out By Going In
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| Abbreviation | GOGI |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2002 |
| Founder | Mara Taylor |
| Type | 501(c)(3) nonprofit |
| 20-3264893 | |
| Focus | Rehabilitation, self-leadership, decision-making education |
| Headquarters | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Area served | United States |
| Website | https://gettingoutbygoingin.org/ |
Getting Out by Going In (GOGI) is a nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles, California, that provides educational and rehabilitative programs for incarcerated and justice-involved individuals in the United States. The organization develops and distributes correspondence courses and in-person curricula based on cognitive behavioral principles, with the goal of improving decision-making and self-leadership skills.[1][2]
History
Getting Out by Going In was founded in the early 2000s by Mara Taylor in Los Angeles, California. It was formally registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2006 under Employer Identification Number 20-3264893.[3] Initially organized by volunteers, the group developed educational materials for use in correctional facilities and community rehabilitation programs.
Programs
GOGI develops curricula intended for use in correctional settings and other environments focused on behavior change. Its primary educational framework, called the "GOGI Life Tools," draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and social learning approaches. Materials are designed for individual, peer-led, or classroom study formats.[4]
Program delivery methods include:
- **Correspondence courses** – workbooks mailed to incarcerated participants for self-paced study.
- **Peer facilitation and certification** – participants may complete coursework to become volunteer GOGI coaches.
- **Workshops and classroom sessions** – implemented through agreements with correctional and community facilities.
- **Open-access materials** – free downloadable guides and workbooks for individuals and institutions.[5]
According to data published by GOGI, more than 26,000 incarcerated participants have completed approximately 56,000 correspondence courses since 2016. The organization’s materials are recognized within the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) as an approved voluntary rehabilitative program eligible for milestone credits.[6]
Volunteer structure
The organization reports that it operates primarily through volunteers, with no paid staff. Volunteers manage participant correspondence, distribute materials, and coordinate with facility administrators.[7]
Financials
According to its 2024 Form 990 filing, GOGI reported approximately US$338,000 in total revenue and US$280,000 in expenses. Funding sources include public donations and the sale of educational materials through its website.[8]
Reception and partnerships
GOGI’s work has been referenced in studies and reports concerning education-based rehabilitation in correctional environments, including publications from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.[9] The organization’s programs have been implemented in multiple U.S. state correctional systems and by community partners providing re-entry support services.
See also
References
- ↑ "Getting Out by Going In". GuideStar. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
- ↑ "Education-Based Incarceration: Creating a Life Worth Living" (PDF). Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. March 2013. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
- ↑ "Getting Out by Going In". GuideStar. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
- ↑ "Programs". Getting Out by Going In. 31 August 2021. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
- ↑ "Free GOGI Resources". Getting Out by Going In. 24 October 2023. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
- ↑ "Education-Based Incarceration: Creating a Life Worth Living" (PDF). Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. March 2013. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
- ↑ "Getting Out by Going In". CauseIQ. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
- ↑ "Getting Out by Going In (Form 990)". CauseIQ. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
- ↑ "Education-Based Incarceration: Creating a Life Worth Living" (PDF). Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. March 2013. Retrieved 15 October 2025.
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