The Bronx Freedom Fund

Poverty is not a crime, but every day thousands of New Yorkers await trial in City jails because they cannot afford bail, which is often as low as $250. 

For our community in the South Bronx, “innocent until proven guilty” does not apply, and with one of the most backlogged court systems, people can wait over two years before going to trial. Even one night in jail can cause someone to lose their job, their housing, and time with their families. 

We are a charitable bail organization with a revolving fund to pay bail for people charged with low-level offenses. Our goal is keep people in their jobs, with their families, and out of jail while they await trial.