Jennifer Kelly

Jennifer Kelly is the founder and Executive Director of RISE2hope, a ministry rooted in restorative justice and Ignatian spirituality. A prison chaplain and accomplished musician, Jennifer began leading Ignatian retreats in Washington state prisons after training with the Jesuit Restorative Justice Initiative in California. Through music, storytelling, and spiritual accompaniment, she creates spaces of hope, healing, and dignity for those impacted by incarceration.

Upcoming Programs by Jennifer Kelly

Stories and Songs with our Kin Behind Bars

May 16, 2026

Jennifer Kelly, founder of RISE2hope and prison chaplain, along with a variety of RISE2hope members, including formerly incarcerated volunteers, will share stories and songs that bring hope, healing, and dignity to our kin behind bars. You will learn about RISE2hope's diverse programs including the Joy Bringers music therapy program as well as the Connect trauma-healing class […]