One important factor in staying out of prison and moving forward in a productive healthy life is staying connected. Tony Ibarra and Joseph Amador were classmates and successful graduates of the MN IFI program.

Mike Dallaire is a graduate of IFI and a member of class 16. After serving 31 months in prison and separated from his family it was a joy to see him reunited with everyone at the annual “Booyah” cookout at his parent’s house.

An Interview with Pastor Warren Schmalzer

Pastor Warren Schmalzer has served as an IFI volunteer and Bible studies leader in Minnesota for three years. During this time, God impressed upon him the importance of employment for those preparing to leave prison.  Lazarus Auto Detailing was started in response to that need. To date, Lazarus has hired nearly 50 graduates of the IFI Program at the Lino Lakes Correctional Facility in Minnesota and the Minnesota Teen Challenge Program for Adults.