Jon Ponder is the founder and chief executive officer of an organization called Hope for Prisoners. The program helps “former inmates as they work to reunite with their families, reenter the workforce, and rejoin the community by providing them skills they need to succeed outside of prison.”
Recently, President Trump signed an Executive Grant of Clemency (Full Pardon) for Ponder who was in prison for bank robbery.
“Jon we honor your devotion to showing returning citizens that they are not forgotten. I will continue to give all Americans, including former inmates, the best chance to build a new life and achieve their own American dream, Trump said on Tuesday.”
What is Jon Ponder background? Who is Jon Ponder wife? How much is Jon Ponder net worth 2020? What does Jon Ponder do?
Here is everything we know about him. As we begin with Jon Ponder wiki, bio, age, height, scroll down to learn more about his testimony, interview, and life updates.
| Name | Jon Ponder |
| Age | n/a |
| Height | n/a |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Black |
| Net Worth | Under Review |
| Married/Dating | n/a |
| Partner/Wife | Jamie Ponder |
Birth Name/ Real Name
Jon D Ponder
How old is Jon Ponder? (Age)
Born and raised in New York, Jon Ponder is apparently in his late 40s or early 50s. However, his exact date and birthday aren’t revealed.
Sun Sign/ Zodiac Sign
n/a
You can follow Jon Ponder on Instagram under the User ID @jondonpon. He has thousands of followers on the platform. He often uploads his family picture and snaps from different events on Instagram.
He is also active on other social media sites like Twitter.
Birth Place
New York
Jon Ponder Nationality
Jon Ponder nationality is American.
Educational Background
n/a
What does Jon Ponder do? (Career Background)
Growing up, Jon Ponder was involved in gangs and was addicted to drugs and alcohol. He was first arrested at the age of 12 and spent the next 25 years in and out of prison for different charges.
In 2004, he went into a federal prison following a drug and alcohol-induced bank robbery and faced up to 23 years in federal prison. However, he was only sentenced to five.
After getting out of the prison, he founded Hope for Prisoners in Las Vegas, Nevada. The organization provides an 18-month program that includes job training, mentorship and counseling.
Till the date, they have reportedly helped over 3,100 men and women to re-enter the society after prison.
As per the organization’s official website, they also provide “incarcerated persons with professional development, character education, leadership skills, financial literacy, technology training, and other life skills, the organization also pairs them with mentors from law enforcement, the judicial system, the business community, and the faith community to aid their transition.”
Hope for Prisoners has a partnership with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Jon Ponder and Trump
Ponder met President Trump in 2018 when the president honored Ponder and the FBI Agent Richard Beasley at a White House Rose Garden ceremony.
Earlier this year, Trump even attended a Hope for Prisoners graduation ceremony. He said in a video,
“He (Jon) has created one of the most succesful reentry programs, Hope For Prisoners, in Las Vegas.
Hope for prisoners is a movement that began as a dream, in a tiny prison cell, and is now making a difference in the lives of thousands, truly bringing hope that there is an opportunity and a community that is waiting and willing to offer them a second chance.”
“My hope for America is that formerly incarcerated people will be afforded the opportunity to take advantage of the fact that we live in a nation of second chances. My hope for America is that law enforcement and people in communities across our country can come together and realize that as Americans we have more in common than we have differences, Ponder said.”
How tall is Jon Ponder? (Height)
Jon Ponder height and other measurements aren’t available.
Weight
n/a
Eye Color
Brown
Hair Color
Brown
Who is Jon Ponder wife? (Married and Children)
Jon Ponder is married to his longtime wife Jamie Ponder. Together, the couple has three daughters.
One of his younger daughters’ name is Liberty Grace. She turned 7 yrs old last June. On the other hand, Jon has a newly-born grandson from his eldest daughter. Apparently, Jon’s wife is of Caucasian ethnicity.
Previously, the Hope for Prisoners founder couldn’t go to his daughter’s school and to his wife’s workplace due to his past records. So, he is determined to rebuild the life of former inmates who also face various problems post-prison.
Jon Ponder Ethnicity/ Race
Jon Ponder ethnicity is black.
Jon Ponder Net Worth and Salary 2020
Speaking of Jon Ponder net worth, his main sources of income are donations from his organization. His net worth is estimated to be between $100k to $500k. However, his precise net worth figure is currently under review.
Jon Ponder Wiki Bio and Other Facts
- Jon Ponder was born and raised in New York.
- He is now residing in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- As the Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Hope for Prisoners, “Ponder is responsible for all aspects of the programs and services including overseeing a comprehensive array of programs designed to assist individuals within the judicial system to successfully reintegrate into mainstream society,” as per Linkedin.
- Jon Ponder has been married for several years to his girlfriend-turned-wife Jamie.
- The couple is raising their two daughters. They also have a grown-up daughter who has a son.
- Ponder was arrested by FBI Special Agent Richard Beasley in 2004 during a bank robbery.
- He was only sentenced to five years for the crime although he could face up to 23 years in prison.
