NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedOctober 23, 2026Miami-Dade County
Boca Raton nonprofit Her Second Chance provides paid employment for women in recovery
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A Boca Raton-based nonprofit social enterprise called Her Second Chance employs women in recovery for one year, providing income, skill development, and a supportive community through the production and sale of items such as beaded bracelets and custom mugs. Founded by Keely Copeland to address employment barriers caused by criminal records, the organization plans to host an open house on Thursday, Nov. 12, to showcase its new product line.
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The program offers participants a one-year paid employment opportunity and supportive network to help overcome employment barriers associated with past convictions, with each mug sold generating 22 minutes of paid work.
Key Facts
- Her Second Chance is a Boca Raton-based nonprofit social enterprise that provides paid employment to women in recovery.
- The organization employs women for a period of one year while offering a supportive setting for skill development and self-sufficiency.
- Employees produce items such as beaded bracelets and custom mugs, which are sold to the public to fund the organization's mission.
- The organization was founded by Keely Copeland, who experienced employment difficulties due to a DUI conviction on her record from her youth.
- Each mug sold by Her Second Chance generates 22 minutes of paid work.
- The organization plans to host an open house on Thursday, Nov. 12, to showcase its new line of products.
Who's Mentioned
PersonKeely Copeland“Founder of Her Second Chance”locationBoca Raton“Location of the nonprofit Her Second Chance”OrganizationHer Second Chance“Boca Raton-based nonprofit social enterprise”locationHong Kong“Current residence of Keely Copeland”PersonWinnie“Keely Copeland's daughter”PersonChristina Betrus“Program participant and employee”PersonSarah Lucas“Member of the organization's board”