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Grilled cheese shop offers Minnesotans a second chance after prison
- All Square, a diner in Minneapolis, specializes in unique grilled cheese sandwiches and exclusively hires formerly incarcerated Minnesotans as part of its mission.
- Founded by civil rights lawyer Emily Hunt Turner, All Square provides jobs, therapy, and business workshops for its employees.
- Workers at All Square earn up to $23 per hour and have access to various services to support their reintegration into society.
- The program also offers debt relief to help fellows transition to a new chapter in their lives.
- Graduates of the program have launched successful businesses with support from All Square, including a coffee importer and a custom grills shop.
- Despite its success, there are criticisms about All Square's ability to adequately support Black and brown communities involved in the justice system due to its founding and leadership.
- Emily Hunt Turner founded All Square after witnessing the challenges faced by people with criminal histories in accessing housing.
- The organization operates as a social enterprise, with revenue from the restaurant supporting other operations like a law firm providing services to justice-impacted individuals.
- All Square also addresses the issue of outstanding debt, which can be a significant barrier for formerly incarcerated individuals starting over.
- The fellowship program at All Square has had a positive impact on its participants, helping them stay out of trouble and develop new skills for their future.
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