Gratitude and Grief
Debby experienced profound grief. But she also allowed God to rewrite her story through service…
Stand in the GapNovember 10, 2025
A Mother’s Day Tribute – Vanessa’s Life Update
Breaking Cycles Eleven years ago, Vanessa Butler-Crouch became a mom. Her children, Bethany and Jason,…
Stand in the GapMay 1, 2025
A good story that doesn’t end the way you want it to
In honor of National Volunteer Week, we celebrate the hundreds of volunteers who have committed…
Stand in the GapApril 22, 2025
“Is that really possible?”
I get to say yes. Every Thursday, Shaunte and I go back to prison to…
Stand in the GapApril 4, 2024
Moments like this…
Ever since I met Sharon*, she's had one prayer request -- to be in relationship…
Stand in the GapMarch 20, 2024
New Staff Feature: Meet Jake
The Life Launch team has been so fortunate to gain two new amazing staff members.…
Elise HarperSeptember 27, 2023
“The Old is Gone”: Meet Kristal
A New Life When Kristal was released from prison, she went to transitional housing in…
Stand in the GapAugust 17, 2023
New Staff Feature: Meet Jamie
New Enrichment Coordinator Jamie Enyart Stand in the Gap gained a true gem this year.…
Stand in the GapDecember 10, 2021
Year in the Life: Mentor/Mentee Relationship
Pictured above: Jessica (left) and Sky (right). Life Launch Mentor Jessica's Perspective If you’ve ever…
Stand in the GapOctober 13, 2021
Remember Tisha?
Tisha: An Update As a child, Tisha was exposed to drugs by her mother. Eventually,…
Stand in the GapOctober 6, 2021