North Carolina Inmate Connection (NCIC) is a personalized connection service offering Inmate Pen Pal Service. This is designed to help foster meaningful, respectful connections between incarcerated individuals and those on the outside.
The Pen Pal Service focuses on creating supportive communication through letters and correspondence. Each service operates independently while working together under the NCIC mission of thoughtful, respectful connection.
The form below is used to gather information for service. It may be completed by an inmate seeking a pen pal or connection, or by someone on the outside who would like assistance finding or connecting with an inmate. All information submitted is reviewed with care and discretion to help guide the most appropriate path forward.
SERVICES AND COST
Pen PalPackage Pricing
Package 1 – $15
With Package 1, we will post your ad in several group pages as well as on our main NCIC Facebook page.
Package 2 – $20
With Package 2, we will post your ad in 10 group pages along with our main NCIC Facebook page.
Repost Pricing
Repost Package 1 – $5
This package allows up to 200 words. And editing of your original bio/photos.
Repost Package 2 – $10
This package allows up to 200 words and can include up to two pictures. And editing of your original bio/photos.
Please read carefully before checking out.
You must select one option from the dropdown menu below before completing your purchase.
If you are submitting a Pen Pal Ad, please choose the package that best fits your needs.
After checkout, if you haven’t already, you must submit your information by completing the form on our website or by using the contact links at the bottom of the website to text, email, or message us with your details. Services will not begin until all required information and payment is received.
Alternative Submission Options
(For those who prefer to submit information by text, email, or message)
Facts & Questions
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North Carolina Inmate Connection is a service that helps inmates find pen pals, friends, and meaningful connections through pen pal advertising.
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Pen Pal Services allow inmates to have an advertisement posted through NCIC to reach individuals interested in becoming a pen pal. Ads are shared on the NCIC page and affiliated groups based on the package selected.
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Most pen pal ads receive responses within two weeks. If no response is received after three weeks, clients may choose to purchase a repost to increase visibility.
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Yes. All pen pal advertisements are limited to 200 words.
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Yes. Reposts are optional and are available for an additional fee if increased exposure is desired.
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No. While NCIC works hard to facilitate connections, we do not guarantee a specific outcome. Our services are focused on outreach, exposure, and connection assistance.
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After checkout, if you haven’t already, you must submit your information by completing the form on our website or by using the contact links at the bottom of the website to text, email, or message us.
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Services begin only after payment is received and all required information has been submitted.
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Pen pal ads may be submitted by the inmate, as well as by a family member, friend, or other approved contact acting on the inmate’s behalf.