Where Are They Today?

Antonio Brooks

2½ Years Free

I did 26 years in prison for a crime I committed at 19. While inside, I earned my GED, an associate's degree, and trade licenses in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, masonry, and carpentry — but being part of 1440 Promise's first class is what pulled it all together. It prepared me mentally, physically, spiritually, and emotionally for life after release.

I started working within three weeks of coming home. Today I test and repair respirators for infants and adults — I get to save lives every day. I have my own car, my own home, and a family that loves me. None of this would exist without 1440 Promise.

I know I have a responsibility now to show the next man coming through that he can do this too.

Michael Thompson

2 Years Free

When I got out, I went straight into welding school full-time while working full-time. I graduated and started as a CNC operator at Russ Electric in Broken Arrow. Since then, I got engaged and we had a baby.

I was starting from scratch with no family ties to fall back on — everything here, I built myself.

Nicolas Porter

1 Year Free

The way I have been winning the game of freedom so far has been by keeping positive people with the same mindset around. At times it does get hard to remain focused. There are way more distractions out here than there are in prison. That's why having people around who will hold you accountable and let you know when you're slacking is a must.

My relationship with my daughter has grown since my release. She has been my main motivation to remain sober and driven to get my business going. One of the hard things I've had to deal with is being patient and persistent when it comes to getting my license and apartment — as well as the loss of my dad and grandmother.

The old me would have went back to my old ways, feeling sorry for myself and trying to hide my pain through drugs and alcohol. However, with some of the tools I learned in 1440 Promise, I was able to be grateful for the chance to see them before they went home.

This class will not only help with your business, it will also help give you the tools to renew your mind in hard times. I hope to see more people get through this program so they can have the knowledge to not just get out, but stay out.

Leland Hall

2½ Years Free

Since being released, I've made a conscious decision not to let my past define my future — winning the game of freedom means staying positive, making good decisions, and surrounding myself with people who push me to grow.

After completing an entrepreneurship program while I was incarcerated, I knew I wanted to work for myself again. About three months after release, I started taking on remodeling jobs one at a time; today my wife and I own and operate that company together with a team of ten, and we're launching a second business, a hot shot trucking company.

I married my wife in April 2025 — we're best friends as much as husband and wife. My relationship with my kids is still a work in progress, and I haven't given up on it.

My past is part of my story, but it's no longer the author of it.

Owner, Hall's Residential & Commercial Remodeling

Daltyn Stout

7 Months Free

Daltyn graduated and went to an electrical trade facility. Upon getting his license, he began working while still incarcerated. By the time he was released, Daltyn had his driver's license reinstated, paid off all his DOC fines, and had enough money saved to give him peace of mind for six months. He was immediately given a full-time position as an electrician and has been offered ownership in the established company. In addition, he is going through a special forces training academy that may give him a chance to fulfill his lifelong dream of serving this great country.

Freedom isn't a location, money, or happiness — those are all temporary. It's a battle, and my greatest weapon has been God's word, giving me direction to recognize temptation instead of staying stuck in it. The biggest factor in my success at work has been selflessness — taking money out of my vision and replacing it with service. Relationships are tough after years away; people won't understand what you've been through, so choose your circle wisely.