## Overview God Behind Bars is a nationally-recognized Christian prison ministry organization dedicated to reaching incarcerated individuals with the Gospel and addressing recidivism through spiritual, physical, and relational support.[1][5] The organization operates across Federal and State prisons nationwide, from Florida to Alaska and New York to California, partnering with state Departments of Corrections to connect inmates with local churches and faith-based resources.[3] ## Mission and Impact The organization addresses a critical gap in American society: approximately 1.9 million people are affected by incarceration annually, making this the most unchurched population in the country.[1][5] God Behind Bars tackles the significant recidivism problem—with 27% of released inmates returning to prison within three years and 82% within ten years—by focusing on comprehensive rehabilitation rather than punishment alone.[5] ## Key Programs and Innovation The organization operates through two primary models. First, it establishes satellite church locations within prisons, where volunteer teams from partner churches conduct weekly services using high-definition audio and video equipment, creating dynamic worship experiences that have reportedly transformed prison cultures.[1][3] Second, God Behind Bars developed **PandoApp**, a revolutionary faith-based application launched in 2021 and the first faith-based app permitted on Department of Corrections inmate tablets.[1] This free app delivers sermons, devotionals, podcasts, worship music, and Christian content directly to inmates 24/7.[3][4] ## Getting Involved The organization operates on a partnership model, relying on churches, volunteers, and donors to fuel its mission.[4] Monthly donors contribute just $10 to help reach hundreds of thousands of incarcerated individuals monthly.[1] Volunteers facilitate prison church campuses entirely through grassroots efforts, while the organization provides training, resources, and tools to maximize impact.[