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Prisoners Build Medical Gear for Hope

Inside Topeka Correctional Facility, a groundbreaking expansion doubles the manufacturing program with Polo Custom Products, now housing 100 residents who craft medical vests and gain vital job skills. This isn’t just about work—it’s about restoring hope, transforming prison life, and proving rehabilitation through purpose. One resident, a team captain, is already helping her daughter pay for college, showing real-world impact. Polo’s CEO calls it a replicable blueprint, aiming to spread this model nationwide. It’s a powerful example of how practical skills inside prison walls can unlock…

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