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The Epidemic

3,600,000+

Lives are lost to substance abuse every year

Addressing the global epidemic of substance abuse

Around the world, there are over 310 million people struggling with the life-controlling effects of substance abuse. Addiction doesn’t only impact those who make the choice to use, it effects everyone within their sphere — personal, professional, community, and family relationships are damaged.

As a Great Commission Ministry, the heartbeat of our mission is to ensure that every man, woman, and teen suffering from the effects of substance abuse can find freedom and healing through a relationship with Christ.

Residential Care

Our long-term discipleship programs provide a safe environment where residents are able to safely address the root cause of their issues and lead healthy lives

Awareness and Prevention

Prevention programs allow us to inform the most at-risk members of our communities about the dangers of drug and alcohol use.

Sustainability

Sustainability initiatives assist in offsetting program costs and allow residents to gain workforce development experience.

Making a difference

Ready to get involved? Here’s how you can join us in our mission to end this global epidemic

Pray

Pray for the people in our programs, our leaders, the countries we serve, and unreached nations.

Give

Provide resources to fund programs and save lives.

Share

Inform your friends and family about the transformative work that Global Teen Challenge is doing.

Celebrate

Experience our residents’ life-transformational stories and rejoice alongside!

Testimonials

Regional stories from around the world

“For over 6 years, I struggled with a gambling addiction that robbed me of everything I had—money, relationships, and my humanity. Through God, I have experienced grace and restoration. My relationship with my parents has been restored and I am part of a community of supportive believers. My future as an Intern with Teen Challenge looks brighter than ever.”

Ciprian | Romania

Ready to become a part of the solution?

310 million people around the world are waiting for your help.