
Tattoo Removal: Establishing a Free or Low-Cost Community-Based Program
The ultimate resource for nonprofits, medical professionals, tattoo artists, and anyone interested in creating a free or low-cost tattoo removal program.

“Extremely informative and helpful book!” – David
The Only “One of Its Kind” Tattoo Removal Program Guide

Covering a wide range of essential topics, including:
- Choosing the best service delivery model
- Case studies of successful programs, including pre-release and probation departments
- Directories of laser device suppliers and rental companies, and schools offering tattoo removal training
- Setting up a mobile program
- Identifying potential funders
- Selecting electronic medical record (EMR) software
- Sample forms and templates
- Details about the Jails to Jobs national directory, which lists over 300 free and low-cost tattoo removal programs across 44 states
- Starting a nonprofit organization to support a tattoo removal program
- Valuable insights for medical professionals, technicians, and entrepreneurs looking to establish or enhance a for-profit tattoo removal business
- And much more
Published by Jails to Jobs, Inc.—a San Francisco Bay Area nonprofit dedicated to equipping justice-involved and recovering populations with the tools they need to secure employment—this guide is a valuable resource for anyone passionate about making a difference. The organization maintains the directory of free and low-cost tattoo removal programs on its website.
“Over ten years ago, we began the ‘Global Homeboy Network,’ of which Jails to Jobs has been such an early and valuable partner. Both our organizations want to provide wholeness and hope to folks for whom such things are foreign.”
Gregory Boyle, Founder of Homeboy Industries
Homeboy Industries removes over 3,000 tattoos each month for 950 community clients—more than any other organization—completely free of charge. The program focuses on eliminating gang-related and visible tattoos that may hinder employment opportunities or pose serious safety risks.


Jails to Jobs
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All net proceeds from this book support Jails to Jobs, Inc., a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit, in its mission to expand free and low-cost tattoo removal programs nationwide, ultimately reducing recidivism and enhancing public safety.
Jails to Jobs, Inc., is a member of the Global Homeboy Network.
Real Stories, Real Results
“Loved the book and it has been very helpful with the resources on where to start.”
Lisa A. Ciaravino
“Information was helpful in developing a community based tattoo removal program.”
Maria In the Middle
“Lots of information that can be referred back to again and again.”
Jen
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The ultimate resource for nonprofits, medical professionals, and anyone interested in creating a community-based program.

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