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29th Annual Governor’s Criminal Justice Volunteer Service Awards

Tomball-Based Program Receives Governor’s Criminal Justice Volunteer Service Award

TBCJ Chairman Eric Nichols, Joshua Walker, Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott and TDCJ Executive Director (L-R).

(AUSTIN) – 7More in Tomball, Texas, was presented the Reentry and Integration Division Award during the 29th Annual Governor’s Criminal Justice Volunteer Service Awards Ceremony today. Accepting the award was 7More founder, Joshua Walker.

The award was presented by Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Texas Board of Criminal Justice Chairman Eric Nichols, and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Executive Director Bryan Collier during an online ceremony.

“These award recipients, by volunteering countless hours, are helping to build a better Texas for themselves and everyone whose lives they touch,” Nichols said. “It is an honor to recognize them for their hard work and dedication.”

“These volunteers are true heroes,” Collier said. “Their compassion and commitment make a profound and lasting difference in the lives of many Texans. TDCJ, and the entire state, is better because of their service.”

7More is a faith-based 501(c)3 organization founded by Walker and his wife, Debs Walker. 7More is dedicated to assisting the releasing population and supporting their reintegration into society. They selflessly serve the Houston and Huntsville bus stations daily, working diligently to ensure that those who have been incarcerated have the support they need to become active members of society. 7More provides food, snacks, clothing, shoes, bags, fellowship, and support to those who need it most, free.

7More was one of 22 individuals and organizations from across the state recognized for their efforts to help inmates and those who are on parole or probation. They donate many hours of their personal time every year with the goal of changing lives.