Pennsylvania Inmate Pen Pals — Find & Connect

Pennsylvania's state prison system is run by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (PA DOC), which operates 23 state correctional institutions, housing thousands of people statewide. Many of the people incarcerated in Pennsylvania are looking to stay connected with the outside world — a letter, a card, or a new pen pal relationship can matter more than it might seem from the outside. Inmate Connection lets you browse real, verified Pennsylvania inmate profiles by name, facility, and photo, completely free, before deciding who to reach out to.

📬 How mail works for Pennsylvania inmates: Since 2018, PA DOC processes routine personal mail through Smart Communications — letters, cards, and photos are scanned off-site and delivered to the person, no matter which facility they're housed at (mail is addressed to a shared box: PO Box 33028, St. Petersburg, FL 33733). When you unlock a profile on Inmate Connection, we give you the exact current mailing address and format so your letter actually reaches them.

How It Works

Browse Pennsylvania Profiles for Free

Search by name or scroll through Pennsylvania inmate profiles — photos and first names are always visible, no account required.

Unlock the Full Profile — $1.99

Get their full name, current facility, mailing address, and inmate ID so you can write to them right away.

Write Your First Letter

Not sure what to say? Use one of our free letter templates to help break the ice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it free to browse Pennsylvania inmate profiles?

Yes. Browsing, searching by name, and seeing photos and first names is always free. You only pay when you choose to unlock a specific profile's full contact details.

How much does it cost to get a Pennsylvania inmate's mailing address?

$1.99 to unlock a single profile, one time — or $39.99/month for 40 unlocks if you're searching for multiple people. No recurring fee per profile.

Are these real, verified inmate profiles?

Yes — profiles are sourced from official Pennsylvania Department of Corrections records, with some family-submitted profiles reviewed and approved before going live.

Do I need to know someone's exact inmate number to find them?

No — you can search by name alone. Their inmate ID and current facility are provided once you unlock their profile.

Pennsylvania Prisons: Addresses, Mail & Visiting

Looking for a specific Pennsylvania prison? Each page below has the address, phone number, how to send mail, and visiting information, checked against the official pages. See all 22 Pennsylvania prisons →

SCI Albion SCI Benner Township SCI Cambridge Springs SCI Camp Hill SCI Chester SCI Coal Township SCI Dallas SCI Fayette SCI Forest SCI Frackville SCI Greene SCI Houtzdale SCI Huntingdon SCI Laurel Highlands SCI Mahanoy SCI Mercer SCI Muncy SCI Phoenix SCI Pine Grove SCI Smithfield SCI Somerset SCI Waymart

Guides for Writing to Someone in Pennsylvania

New to this? These free guides cover the practical parts, from your first letter to sending money and visiting.

All Pennsylvania Prisons: Addresses & Mail Rules →Pennsylvania Inmate Search →Become a Pen Pal Pen Pal Safety & Scams Write a Letter What You Can Send Send Money Phone Calls Email an Inmate Visiting Send Books Send Photos Find an Inmate Number Letter Templates

Browse Other States

Looking for someone in a different state? Inmate Connection covers facilities nationwide — browse profiles from these states too:

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