The Only Pipeline

We empower and pour into our communities and young people - not divest, neglect, discourage, or incarcerate them.

Our Mission

“Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow.” — Isaiah 1:17 (NIV)

The Only Pipeline is a faith-led grassroots organization dedicated to empowering marginalized young people by reducing their risk of entering the juvenile/criminal justice system in Delaware County, PA.

Through holistic support and transformational programming, we aim to dismantle the school-to-prison pipeline, prioritize community and school safety, foster community resilience, and cultivate growth and leadership among the next generation to reduce the risk of incarceration. 

The only pipeline that we invest in is the one that builds pathways to wisdom by creating positive environments for healing and development and investing in young people’s potential. We empower and pour into our young people - not divest, neglect, discourage, or incarcerate them.

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Our Focuses

  • Disrupt the school-to-prison pipeline.

    Reduce the over-policing and criminalization of students in educational settings through restorative and transformative justice approaches, diversionary programs, and promoting alternatives to exclusionary discipline.

  • Promote safety and second chances in our communities.

    Support marginalized communities and young people who have been impacted by the criminal and juvenile justice systems while addressing root causes of violence.

  • Enhance education, skills, and confidence.

    Equip young people to navigate systemic barriers, build essential skills, and become leaders in their community through courses, workshops, recreational activities, mentorship, and additional resources.

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