Established in 1958, Teen Challenge has emerged as one of America’s largest and most successful networks of 501(c)3 nonprofit, faith-based drug and alcohol recovery programs.
With more than 250 centers in the US, Teen Challenge offers treatment through both teen and adult programs. The program is geared toward drug addicts, alcoholics, gang members, prostitutes and other “life-controlling” or “emotionally disabling” problems.
Each Teen Challenge program is independently operated or organized as a network of cooperating centers. All centers are governed by Teen Challenge International, USA (Ozark, MO). Global Teen Challenge is headquartered in Columbus, GA. which monitors accreditation standards, curriculum distribution, training and financial oversight. All programs are affiliated with the Assemblies of God Ministries.
Read more about Teen Challenge: History, Mission, Organization, Core Structure of Programs, Studies of Teen Challenge Effectiveness, Public Policy Effects, List of Global Teen Challenge Partners
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