Harvest Academy Iowa

04/06/2026

Hard work. Dedication. Consistency. And a choice…the choice to build a new life grounded in integrity and accountability, while lifting others along the way.

Today, we celebrate a powerful milestone.

Jay has reached 3 years of sobriety.

In his own words: “Yes, I had to do the work, but I wouldn’t have been able to get here without the support of my brothers and community pushing me to be better every day.”

A humble reminder of what’s possible when you surround yourself with the right people and commit fully to growth.

Join us in congratulating Jay on this incredible achievement.

04/06/2026

Grateful for our friends and mentors at The Other Side Academy. This isn’t just a program—it’s real lives being restored and futures rebuilt.

They’ve shown us what’s possible when you don’t give up on people.

Watch this story. You’ll feel it.

In the heart of Salt Lake City, a groundbreaking community is forging new futures for individuals often overlooked by society. The Other Side Academy is more than a therapeutic program. Here, change isn't just encouraged, it's expected.

04/06/2026

At Harvest Academy, we understand that true growth comes from effort, not shortcuts.

Principle #8: Self Reliance—There is No Free Lunch

In the past, we often lacked the drive to earn things the hard way. We took shortcuts, thinking there was an easier path. But those shortcuts never lasted and never amounted to anything.

Here, we learn the value of hard work. We put in the hours to truly earn our recovery, to support those around us, to strengthen our community, and to honor our families. There is no free lunch. Everything in life is a direct reflection of the work we put in. What we achieve, what we become, and the impact we make all come from the effort, discipline, and dedication we invest.

Self-reliance is not just a principle. It is a way of life, and it completes the journey of transformation at Harvest Academy.

04/04/2026

At Harvest Academy, growth comes from understanding your journey.

Principle #7: Remember Where You Came From to Know Where You Are Going

We do not live in the past. We do not let it define us. But we study it. We learn from our mistakes and understand the patterns that could hold us back. History repeats itself when it forgets where it came from. By remembering our past, we gain clarity on the choices we make today and the direction we want to go tomorrow.

Reflection is not regret. It is a tool to prevent repetition, to build wisdom, and to guide us toward a stronger, more intentional future.

04/03/2026

Thank you Mitch & Lynn. And thank you to Josh Baker - Iowa Realty for supporting our mission of saving lives!

It is always a tough day to move on from a place you called home for nearly 35 years! ❤️. To Mitch & Lynn - It was an overwhelming pleasure to be a part of your next chapter in life. You are amazing people, and I appreciate the “family advice” you talked with me about for my own family - something I will NEVER forget. I can’t thank you enough!

💵 Mitch & Lynn selected Harvest Academy Iowa as their landing spot for a $100 donation.

04/02/2026

At Harvest Academy, transformation is a process, not an instant change.

Principle #6: Act As If.

When you first arrive, honesty may feel foreign, accountability may feel uncomfortable, and your moral compass may be skewed from past choices. But change begins with action. To become the person you aspire to be, you start by acting as if you already are that person. You practice integrity, accountability, and empathy. Especially on days it feels impossible.

Change doesn’t happen overnight. It’s repetition over time. Small, consistent actions that become habits. When combined with the other principles over 24 months, this practice transforms you.

By acting as the person you should be, you become that person. And at Harvest Academy, that’s how we leave—fully formed, fully accountable, and the best version of ourselves.

03/31/2026

At Harvest Academy, we believe growth is earned through action.

Principle #5: You Get Back What You Put In.

What comes around is a reflection of what you give. Every act of service, every moment of mentorship, every time you do the next right thing, it matters! Recovery isn’t just about healing ourselves; it’s about balancing the scales of our past, taking responsibility, and giving back the wisdom, care, and support that was given to us.

By investing in others, we invest in ourselves. By showing up for our community, we become the best version of ourselves: stronger, wiser, and more compassionate. Your effort, your integrity, your dedication, they shape not only your journey but the journey of those around you.

03/29/2026

At Harvest Academy, we know that change begins with a choice—yours alone.
But transformation doesn’t happen in isolation.

Principle #4: You Alone Can Do It, But You Can't Do It Alone.
Only you can choose to change, but it requires the help of a community.

Only you can decide to take the steps toward growth and healing, but it’s the community that walks with you every step of the way. There are those who have walked this path before us, who guide us with the wisdom of their own experience. There are those walking beside us now, offering support, encouragement, and accountability when the journey feels heavy. And there are those just beginning their journey, who rely on us to mentor, teach, and pass along what was freely given to us.

We grow by giving and receiving. By leaning on one another. By knowing that while the choice is yours, the path is shared.

03/27/2026

At Harvest Academy, accountability isn’t just a word. It’s a way of life.
We call it 200% Accountability.

We are 100% accountable for ourselves: our choices, our actions, our growth.
And 100% accountable for our environment: the people around us, our community, and our brothers walking the same path.

That means we don’t just show up for ourselves; we show up for each other. We lift each other in our best moments and hold each other in our hardest. We take full ownership of everything...the good, the bad, and the ugly.

No longer do we run from our past or hide from our actions.
We face everything head-on with purpose, with courage, and with drive.
Because true growth comes when accountability is total: for yourself and for those you care about.

This is principle #3.

03/25/2026

At Harvest Academy, we believe that the path to recovery doesn’t need to be complicated. The principles we follow are simple, but living them takes courage and commitment.

Principle #2: Keep It Simple.
Recovery is simple, but not easy. You must take one step at a time.

It doesn’t happen all at once, and it doesn’t require perfection. It happens one step at a time, and one choice at a time. Focus on what you can do today, not everything you can’t do tomorrow. Small, consistent steps create lasting change.

03/24/2026

At Harvest Academy, everything we do is rooted in the principles of a therapeutic community: values that guide how we grow, connect, and support one another every day.

Principle #1: Each One Teach One.
When A helps B, A gets better. We grow by helping others.

Growth doesn’t happen alone...it happens together! Things learned are solidified by sharing and teaching that information with the next guy.

03/16/2026

“You alone can do it, but you can’t do it alone.”

This is one of the key values we live by at Harvest Academy.

This morning we’re reminiscing about when our guys completed the Market to Market relay race last May. Just like recovery, a relay race isn’t something one person finishes alone. Each runner has their leg of the race — their own miles to push through — but the team only succeeds when everyone shows up, gives their best, and passes the baton to the next man.

Along the way there are hills, exhaustion, moments where quitting would be easier. But with a brotherhood beside you, encouragement around every corner, and a shared goal ahead, you keep going.

Recovery works the same way. Each person has to run their own race, but the strength of the community helps carry you through the toughest miles. And when you cross the finish line together, all the hard work pays off.