Becoming the Amazing Person You Were Meant to Be
Bridging the gap between prison and freedom. One trusted place to find housing, employment, mentorship, and community.
About Fieri
Fieri comes from the Latin word meaning "to become." We are a platform built to bridge the gap between prison and freedom, giving returning citizens one trusted place to find housing, employment, mentorship, and community.
"Becoming the Amazing Person You Were Meant to Be"
The Problem We Solve
600,000 people are released from US prisons every year. Most are set up to fail.
68% of formerly incarcerated individuals are rearrested within 3 years. Returning citizens face housing, employment, legal, and mental health crises all at once, with no coordinated support.
Reoffend within 3 years
released annually
Our Core Values
Trust First
No surveillance. No data shared with authorities. Ever.
Human First
The app connects people to people. Not a replacement.
Simplicity
Large text, few taps, warm language. Built for real life.
Trauma-Informed
Possibility over compliance. Warm, non-punitive tone.
Meet the Team
Louanna Schoon
Founder & CEO
20 years inside correctional facilities. Licensed mental health counselor candidate. Built and scaled a reentry program from the ground up.
Richard Abi Chahla
Product & Strategy
Tech startup best practices. Product research and strategy. Requirements gathering, roadmap execution, and software development.
Housing
Employment
Mentorship
Checklist
CommunityEverything You Need, In One Place
Fieri consolidates housing, jobs, legal, education, and community resources into one trusted platform designed specifically for returning citizens.
Guided Daily Steps
Step-by-step checklist for IDs, compliance, appointments, and documents. Never miss an important deadline or requirement.
Housing Hub
Verified reentry-friendly housing listings plus coaching on how to approach landlords. Find safe, stable housing faster.
Employment Hub
Fair-chance employers only, interview preparation, and side-gig income options. Get back to work with confidence.
Pre-Release Support
Starts before release, not after the crisis begins. Get prepared while still inside so you hit the ground running.
Peer Mentorship
Connect with peer mentors who lived the journey, not just case managers. Real support from people who understand.
Privacy Protected
No GPS tracking. No data shared with authorities, ever. Your information stays yours.
"If you have it consolidated, that's a game changer."- Research participant, Discovery Study 2026
Get in Touch
Have questions about Fieri? Want to join our pilot program? We would love to hear from you.
Let's Start a Conversation
Whether you are a returning citizen looking for support, a family member seeking resources, or an organization interested in partnership, we are here to help.
Pilot Program
Our pilot launches in Colorado, Q3 2026. Sign up to be notified when Fieri becomes available in your area.