La Crosse • Relationships • Reentry • Discipleship

From Prison
to Purpose.

Helping men break the cycle of incarceration through Christ-centered relationships, practical reentry support, and discipleship.

Real people.Real change.Read their stories →
Our Mission

A new chapter
starts with
relationship.

Next Chapter builds lasting relationships with people who desire to be set free from the cycle of incarceration, restoring them to God, family, and community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

We are committed to building men who are self-sufficient in the Lord Jesus Christ.

“So if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.”2 Corinthians 5:17
A Path Forward

A path forward

We walk alongside men at every step of the journey.

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Navigate

Individual guidance beginning before or after release.

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Stabilize

Housing, employment, recovery resources and community connections.

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Disciple

Christ-centered mentorship, accountability and relationships.

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Build

Employment, financial stability, life skills and independence.

Second chances change everything
Next Chapter men seated together at a table
The Discipleship Home

Six months.
A stronger foundation.

The Discipleship Home is a structured six-month commitment built around faith, full-time employment, financial accountability, mentorship, church involvement, and service to others.

6 MonthsResidential commitment
Full-Time WorkEmployment is part of the plan
WeeklyOne-on-one spiritual mentorship
See how the program works →

SEE THE MISSION

THIS IS NEXT CHAPTER

See how relationships, faith, accountability, and practical support help men move from prison to purpsose.

Our Stories

Real stories.
Real transformation.

These are not statistics. They are men building stability, rebuilding relationships, and choosing a different future.

Get Involved

You can make
a difference

Your support helps provide housing, reentry navigation, employment assistance, mentorship and hope for a brighter tomorrow.

Trusted in our community

Reentry takes
a community.

Next Chapter works with corrections, churches, employers, treatment organizations, and local partners to help men move forward.

See community impact →
Next Chapter community event with La Crosse County Sheriff representatives