About Us
Our mission is to assist men, women and teens in gaining freedom from chemical addictions and other life-controlling problems by addressing their physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
We offer effective and affordable programs throughout Minnesota with campuses in Minneapolis, Brainerd, Duluth, Mankato, Alexandria, Rochester and Buffalo. We have a broad spectrum of treatment and recovery programs: Outpatient (Telehealth and In-person), Licensed Residential (45-90 days), Life Renewal Recovery Program (12 months), Teen Residential (6-12 months) and Ongoing Recovery and Alumni Services, allowing us to effectively serve individuals with a broad spectrum of addiction issues… from those seeking treatment for the first time to those who have been struggling with addiction for many years.
At Our Centers
In all of our programs, we focus on our clients’ recovery from addiction. In order to do this, our centers foster an environment of love, trust and respect. Our staff works alongside clients to uncover the root causes of their addictive tendencies and to create new patterns to replace old ones.
Community
In the broader communities of Minnesota, our prevention program strives to inform people about the drug situation in their area as well as the dangers of using drugs by presenting in classrooms and hosting community forums. We also keep long-term clients connected to our community by singing as a choir at churches and volunteering at local nonprofits.
Legal Community
In the legal community, we advocate on behalf of our clients, working with probation officers and partnering with government, political and law enforcement officials. Many officials participate in forums – raising community awareness. In jails and prisons, we strive to help those struggling with addiction find the best recovery solution whether at MnTC or elsewhere.
Professional Community
We offer professional trainings through out the state of MN. The trainings consist of many different topics and are accredited for CEU hours.
Our History
Called to Serve
In 1993, Rich and Lynette Scherber prayerfully considered the mission of Mn Adult & Teen Challenge, and in God’s grace, Rich was installed as Executive Director and opened the first home on Clinton Avenue.
Our First Building
The first residential recovery house was purchased for $1 because it had been abandoned and the rooms were filled with discarded trash and debris. The Scherber family was undeterred and worked tirelessly to restore the building and in turn to bring healing to the lives that sought refuge behind its walls.
Where We Are Now
In 2022, Tom Truszinski officially began his tenure as the new CEO of Mn Adult & Teen Challenge. As the former Center Director for the Rochester campus, his knowledge and passion for our organization will continue to strengthen the foundation created by Pastor Rich Scherber. Today, we help more than 3,400 Minnesota men, women and teens struggling with alcohol and drug addiction. Our focus remains on meeting every person where they are at in their recovery journey through our extensive continuum of care, and to put hope in reach of every Minnesotan struggling with substance use.
Residential Treatment: a Minnesota state licensed treatment program that utilizes evidenced-based treatment models to meet the whole-person needs of those diagnosed with a substance use disorder. Participants receive chemical dependency assessments, individualized treatment plans, group counseling, individual counseling and life skills development.
Clients served in 2024: 2,177 2024 Program Expenses: $19,591,801
Life Renewal Recovery Program: a 12-month residential substance use disorder recovery program assists individuals in overcoming self-destructive patterns. This program incorporates various evidenced-based practices through a multidisciplinary team of mental health practitioners, counselors, chaplains and coaches to address a participant’s physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
Clients served in 2024: 1,039 2024 Program Expenses: $26,338,467
Outpatient Program: a licensed program offering a flexible schedule for adult clients looking for treatment options while maintaining their job, school attendance or other responsibilities. Treatment programming offers individualized treatment plans, individual and group counseling, and telehealth services. Most insurances are accepted.
Clients served in 2024: 930 2024 Program Expenses: $3,730,211
Lakeside Academy: a faith-based residential treatment center for boys 14 to 18 years old. The center offers licensed treatment, long-term recovery, vocational education and an onsite high school for boys diagnosed with a substance use disorder and behavioral health issues.
Clients served in 2024: 78 2024 Program Expenses: $2,414,087
2024 BALANCE SHEET
| Current Assets | $46,965,416 |
| Property, Equipment and LT Assets | $109,590,018 |
| Total Assets | $156,555,434 |
| Current Liabilities | $8,231,689 |
| LT Liabilities and Net Assets | $148,323,745 |
| Total Liabilities and Net Assets | $156,555,434 |
** Net Assets are with and without donor restrictions