Harvest Academy Iowa

Harvest Academy Iowa Harvest Academy is a free 24-month life skills academy for those living a life of addiction, incarceration, and destruction.

We follow the Therapeutic Community model that offers behavior change, peer mentoring, education, and transitional services.

We believe that the opposite of addiction isn’t just sobriety, it’s connection.At Harvest Academy, we work hard, but we ...
05/21/2026

We believe that the opposite of addiction isn’t just sobriety, it’s connection.

At Harvest Academy, we work hard, but we play just as hard. Whether it’s a friendly game of co****le, nailing a jump shot, or just ribbing each other on the sidelines, these moments of connection are where the real healing happens.

The family that works together and plays together, stays together. Our weekends off aren't just downtime, they are intentional spaces where we build the friendships and brotherhood that will last a lifetime. We’re learning how to have fun again, clean and together.

Nonprofit partnerships are important for many reasons. When there is an opportunity for collaboration and a chance to su...
05/21/2026

Nonprofit partnerships are important for many reasons. When there is an opportunity for collaboration and a chance to support one another, we show up.

Thank you to St. Vincent de Paul of Des Moines for all you do and for your continued support of the community and Harvest Academy. We are grateful for the partnership and shared mission of helping others. 💙

We have had the privilege of celebrating some important milestones within the Harvest Academy family lately, and now we’...
05/20/2026

We have had the privilege of celebrating some important milestones within the Harvest Academy family lately, and now we’re back with another.

Yesterday, Caden celebrated 2 years of sobriety and is rapidly approaching fulfillment of his 2-year commitment to the program, all while working a job and giving back to the younger students with the free time he has.

When asked how he was able to reach 2 years of sobriety, his response was simple:

“I have a vision of never being the individual I was that hurt the people I love most.”

Words of wisdom, Caden.

Please join us in congratulating him on this incredible achievement. 💪

"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." At Harvest Academy, we choose to go far. Recover...
05/19/2026

"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together."

At Harvest Academy, we choose to go far. Recovery isn’t a solo mission; it’s a journey we take as a brotherhood. We stand together through the highs and the lows, knowing that when one of us stumbles, there are a dozen hands ready to pick him up.

We are stronger together than we could ever be apart. Because here, we aren't just changing individual habits, we’re changing lives through the power of community.

They say baking is a science, but at Harvest Academy, we know it’s also a lesson in character. Baking teaches us things ...
05/18/2026

They say baking is a science, but at Harvest Academy, we know it’s also a lesson in character.

Baking teaches us things that the "easy way out" never could:
✅ Patience: You can’t rush the process.
✅ Exactness: The small details matter.
✅ Pride: Putting your name on something you built from scratch.

Whether it’s in the kitchen or in our recovery, we’re learning that following the right "recipe" leads to a life we can be proud of. Happy !

Anyone can have a dream. Anyone can have the aspiration to change. But the real transformation happens in the "day-to-da...
05/16/2026

Anyone can have a dream. Anyone can have the aspiration to change. But the real transformation happens in the "day-to-day grind"—the quiet moments when you choose to keep the promise you made to yourself, even when it’s hard.

At Harvest Academy, we don't just celebrate the finish line; we celebrate the commitment it takes to stay on the path. When a man commits to himself and to this house, he isn’t just following rules—he’s building the foundation of his character.

Recovery isn't built on grand gestures; it’s built on the discipline of following through. We are so proud to honor the men who show up and do the work, one day at a time.

At Harvest Academy, we don’t count the days; we make the days count. But we also know that when you’re starting out, "fo...
05/15/2026

At Harvest Academy, we don’t count the days; we make the days count. But we also know that when you’re starting out, "forever" feels impossible. That’s why we celebrate milestones.

Recovery is a long road, and milestones are the lamp posts that light the way. It starts with the simplest win: making it to your pillow at the end of the day. One day at a time. Soon, those days turn into weeks, then months, and eventually, we’re standing together celebrating years of sobriety and transformation.

Breaking down the journey makes the impossible doable. Every chip, every cake, and every "congratulations" is a reminder that we are winning.

There is something uniquely rewarding about working with your hands. At Harvest Academy, we believe that vocational trai...
05/15/2026

There is something uniquely rewarding about working with your hands. At Harvest Academy, we believe that vocational training is about more than just the technical "know-how." It’s about the brotherhood that grows in the process.

Our program is built on the "Each One, Teach One" principle. It’s a powerful cycle where our older brothers step up to lead, passing down their skills and life lessons to the younger brothers. This isn't just about learning a trade; it's about passing the torch of responsibility and excellence.

And let’s be honest, putting in the work under a sunset like this makes the hustle feel even better.

At Harvest Academy, we see every day how important a strong foundation is for a life transformed. Today, we honor the wo...
05/11/2026

At Harvest Academy, we see every day how important a strong foundation is for a life transformed. Today, we honor the women who plant those first seeds of hope and provide the unwavering support that allows us to grow.

To the mothers of our students, our staff, and our community: thank you for your resilience, your grace, and your belief in second chances. Happy Mother’s Day!

They say the opposite of addiction isn’t just sobriety, it’s connection.A few weekends ago, the Harvest Academy family h...
05/03/2026

They say the opposite of addiction isn’t just sobriety, it’s connection.

A few weekends ago, the Harvest Academy family headed out to TopGolf for some much-needed community time. After a long week of putting in the work and staying disciplined, Sunday was all about letting loose and leaning into each other.

There is something powerful about realizing you don’t need a drink or a substance to have a blast. Whether we were swinging for the fences or laughing at a total whiff, the joy was real, raw, and 100% sober. We are so grateful for opportunities like this to grow closer and prove that a life in recovery is a life well-lived.

04/26/2026

William is back for Part 2! He discusses the extreme nature of addiction and why full abstinence is the key to his freedom.

We can't just use a little. So we use that same drive for something good.

Check out his thoughts on switching your focus and building a life you can be proud of.

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8769 G24 Highway
Indianola, IA
50125

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+15154230004

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