Sandhills Adult & Teen Challenge

06/17/2026

“If it weren’t for all of you at the Military Specialization Program, helping me find my way back to God, I wouldn’t be where I am today. The support from Jeff Gautier and the incredible guys there—David Walker, Tripp Smith, Kenny Caristo, and Micah Knepp—made a huge difference in my life.

Because of Sandhills Teen Challenge, I was able to reenlist and once again serve my state, my country, and my community after struggling with PTSD and other mental health and addiction challenges.

Today, I am 16 months sober, and I couldn’t be more grateful. Thank you so much. The program truly works, and God’s faithfulness is real.” 🙏❤️

- Chad Smith, past MSP Program Participant

06/17/2026

Dez, one of our Interns working security at the U.S. Open this week just had a run in with Shooter McGavin (Happy Gilmore). You never know who they’ll run into at these events! ⛳️

06/16/2026

What an unforgettable experience it has been for the mothers in our program, as they celebrated a deepened bond with their daughters through 2 nights of joy, engaging activities, and heartwarming sleepovers! How remarkable it is to witness our incredible ladies showering love and affection on their children! 💕 ❤️ 🙌

06/06/2026

The Carthage Campus is proud to have completed the renovations of the bathroom and shower room in Dorm 1, a historic building on our campus. This accomplishment represents a major investment in our students' well-being and academic experience, and we are excited to see them benefit from these improvements. We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to all who were involved in this exceptional project.

06/05/2026

In this powerful episode of the Hope Connection Podcast, Pastor Steve sits down with three upcoming graduates whose lives have been radically transformed through the power of God. Recorded live from the Life Springs Dream Center Podcast Studio, Episode #21 is filled with raw testimony, honest conversations, hard truths, and real hope.

This episode reminds us that recovery is possible, healing is real, and no one is too far gone for God’s grace.

If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, hopelessness, or feeling stuck, this episode is for you.

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In this powerful episode of the Hope Connection Podcast, Pastor Ste...

06/03/2026

We are excited to share that Charity Navigator has released our new rating and Sandhills ATC jumped to a 4-Star, 98% rating…up from 3-stars (86% rating) in 2025. This reflects the immense work of our teams in both programming and finance. It means so much to us knowing that our donors can contribute financially to our nonprofit organization and TRUST us to be excellent stewards of those resources!

Adult & Teen Challenge of Sandhills North Carolina has earned a 4/4 Star rating on Charity Navigator. This Charitable Organization is headquartered in CARTHAGE, NC.

06/01/2026

Our Georgetown, South Carolina campus hosted their 1st. Annual Fishing Tournament today at beautiful Santee Copper Lake. We are already planning the next one so if you’re a fisherman, get ready! Thank you to Stephen Bell for chairing the tournament and for lending our team your expertise! 🎣

05/30/2026

GRADUATION! Congratulations to Keith, John, and Heather- the graduating class of MAY 2026! Special thanks to our amazing friend, Pastor Paul Burke, Executive Director of Brooklyn Teen Challenge for delivering the message tonight!

05/27/2026

Band practice for Graduation (Friday night!)