Which colony was established with the goal to serve as a sanctuary for those in debt?

Georgia was established in 1732 with the specific goal of serving as a sanctuary for debtors and the poor from England. The colony was founded by James Oglethorpe, who envisioned Georgia as a place where those who had fallen into debt could start anew and have the opportunity to rehabilitate their lives. This was aimed at addressing both social issues in England and helping to mitigate the problem of overcrowded prisons. Oglethorpe's vision contributed to the establishment of Georgia as a place for second chances, contrasting with the conditions faced by individuals in poverty in England at the time.

The other colonies listed had different founding purposes. New Jersey was originally part of the proprietary colonies with a focus on agriculture and trade; Virginia was primarily established for economic opportunities through tobacco cultivation; Pennsylvania, founded by William Penn, aimed to provide a haven for Quakers and promote religious freedom. Each of these colonies had distinct motivations that did not center around the concept of offering a refuge for debtors as Georgia did.