North Carolina Boys Academy

Our son was the very first NCBA intake on September 20, 2014.

The year prior to his enrollment, the trajectory of his life pointed in a direction that wouldn't likely end well. At best, he'd have been spared the effect of wayward thinking and lifestyle but never reach his full potential. The decision to upend all he knew and send him to NCBA was for us both excruciatingly painful as it was God's perfect solution. It came with no guarantees of a happily ever after ending, the restoration of all that'd been damaged in the parent-child relationship. But it did come with complete assurance of God's faithfulness to use the 15 months for our good and His glory.

Entering NCBA as an incredibly angry and conflicted young man, our son surrendered and made a decision to accept Jesus as His Savior in the 13th month and gave public testimony to that during a morning...

Our son was the very first NCBA intake on September 20, 2014. The year prior to his enrollment, the trajectory of his life pointed in a direction that wouldn't likely end well. At best, he'd have been spared the effect of wayward thinking and lifestyle but never reach his full potential. The decision to upend all he knew and send him to NCBA was for us both excruciatingly painful as it was God's perfect solution. It came with no guarantees of a happily ever after ending, the restoration of all that'd been damaged in the parent-child relationship. But it did come with complete assurance of God's faithfulness to use the 15 months for our good and His glory.

Entering NCBA as an incredibly angry and conflicted young man, our son surrendered and made a decision to accept Jesus as His Savior in the 13th month and gave public testimony to that during a morning worship service...

We sent our Son to NCBA when he was 15 due to rebellion and many other issues. Our home life and our marriage relationship was chaotic and broken. We still had five other children living at home and everyone was walking on egg shells. We realized that if we did not take quick action, our son was going to be dead or in jail and our marriage possibly irreconcilable. Not to mention continuing to do damage to the emotional well-being of our other kids in the home. Making this decision was one of the hardest things that we have ever done as parents but it is probably the very best thing that we have ever done. While at NCBA, he learned self-discipline, boundaries and consequences, He learned to serve others rather than just himself. He learned to do hard things and overcome rather than quit. He learned how to lead and he also learned how to follow. He had struggled in school for years and...

We sent our Son to NCBA when he was 15 due to rebellion and many other issues. Our home life and our marriage relationship was chaotic and broken. We still had five other children living at home and everyone was walking on egg shells. We realized that if we did not take quick action, our son was going to be dead or in jail and our marriage possibly irreconcilable. Not to mention continuing to do damage to the emotional well-being of our other kids in the home. Making this decision was one of the hardest things that we have ever done as parents but it is probably the very best thing that we have ever done. While at NCBA, he learned self-discipline, boundaries and consequences, He learned to serve others rather than just himself. He learned to do hard things and overcome rather than quit. He learned how to lead and he also learned how to follow. He had struggled in school for years and...

The North Carolina Boys Academy has been a TREMENDOUS blessing to our family. In the 2015-2016 time frame, our family was in chaos with an out of control child. We knew we had to do something to help him, but did not know where to turn. One of the pastors at our church mentioned NCBA and suggested that we reach out to them and set up an appointment to visit. We felt the peace of God the moment we entered the gates at NCBA, and knew at that moment that God had intervened on our behalf. During the time our child was at NCBA, Pastor John and Deralyn genuinely loved him and only wanted the best for him, and all the boys. Of upmost importance to us, the gospel of Jesus was taught and demonstrated to these boys daily. We loved our parent weekends and the teaching/instruction we received, and we grew to love the other parents as well. We thank God for the North Carolina Boys Academy which...

Almost 5 years ago, NCBA with its tireless staff, were answered prayer for my family. Recognizing that we could not continue to do the same things and expect different results, my husband and I sought where our son would best be served during this difficult time in all our lives. NCBA’s program is a loving Christ-centered environment for the boys during a challenging time of life. While standing in the gap for the families, NCBA staff offers support, encouragement and godly wisdom for the family while walking through the present trial and any to come.

The stories can be heartbreaking, but it does not have to be that way. There is a better way. NCBA provides the tools boys need to make better decisions, showing them a better future... and that’s just good for everybody.

The stories can be heartbreaking, but it does not have to be that way. There is a better way. NCBA provides the tools boys need to make better decisions, showing them a better future... and that’s just good for everybody.

I honestly don’t know where our family would be right now without the help we received from NCBA at a time in our lives when it felt like our world was crumbling. Trying to navigate life while in complete despair over our adolescent son’s road to destruction was more than we could bear. Pastor John and Deralyn partnered with us and taught us godly principles to guide us through this battle for our son! NCBA is very intentional about not only discipling the boys that desperately need help, but they also include the families every step of the way. The gospel of Jesus Christ and His infinite love for us is the backbone of all that is taught through this incredible ministry. Learning that we could trust our son to Jesus’ care and that we really never had control over his actions in the first place, gave us immense hope for his future ( and ours as a family as well.). The suffering is...

Great work and ministry ‼️ Changing the future of a generation by shaping and renewing their minds developing a personal relationship with our Lord and Savior JesusChrist ✝️

Great people, great work, great place.

Great people, great work, great place.

The North Carolina Boys Academy is an amazing program and school! The staff is incredibly dedicated to the ministry of caring for, loving, and teaching these boys! The program is an all encompassing restoration model which truly focuses on the healing power of Christ and the importance of a relationship with Christ and our community and families. We are very thankful there was this wonderful place- NCBA- where our son could heal and our family could receive the help we needed. We thank God for the North Carolina Boys Academy!

The North Carolina Boys Academy is an amazing program and school! The staff is incredibly dedicated to the ministry of caring for, loving, and teaching these boys! The program is an all encompassing restoration model which truly focuses on the healing power of Christ and the importance of a relationship with Christ and our community and families. We are very thankful there was this wonderful place- NCBA- where our son could heal and our family could receive the help we needed. We thank God for the North Carolina Boys Academy!

NCBA has been a wonderful experience. What started out as difficult time in our son’s life, turned into a true blessing. NCBA creates a family environment where parents and sons can heal and learn to overcome the past. My son was able to catch back up in his classes and graduate on time. NCBA teaches discipline and accountability for one’s actions. I thank God that NCBA was there for my son and my family when we were at a low point in our lives.

NCBA has been a wonderful experience. What started out as difficult time in our son’s life, turned into a true blessing. NCBA creates a family environment where parents and sons can heal and learn to overcome the past. My son was able to catch back up in his classes and graduate on time. NCBA teaches discipline and accountability for one’s actions. I thank God that NCBA was there for my son and my family when we were at a low point in our lives.

NCBA is the perfect environment for adolescent boys struggling to get their life on track. As a pastor, I am very cautious to recommend other ministries that I do not know well. I have a clear conscience in recommending this ministry to any family that needs healing and redemption brought back to their family life. They will care for your whole family not just your son.

NCBA is the perfect environment for adolescent boys struggling to get their life on track. As a pastor, I am very cautious to recommend other ministries that I do not know well. I have a clear conscience in recommending this ministry to any family that needs healing and redemption brought back to their family life. They will care for your whole family not just your son.

We sent our Son to NCBA when he was 15 due to rebellion and many other issues. Our home life and our marriage relationship was chaotic and broken. We still had five other children living at home and everyone was walking on egg shells. We realized that if we did not take quick action, our son was going to be dead or in jail and our marriage possibly irreconcilable. Not to mention continuing to do damage to the emotional well-being of our other kids in the home.
Making this decision was one of the hardest things that we have ever done as parents but it is probably the very best thing that we have ever done. While at NCBA, he learned self-discipline, boundaries and consequences, He learned to serve others rather than just himself. He learned to do hard things and overcome rather than quit. He learned how to lead and he also learned how to follow. He had struggled in...

John Stigerwald and the team at NCBA are amazing. They are transforming lives in more ways than people can imagine. They are committed to excellence and model it through integrity, character and love. Proud to call them my friends.

NCBA was a life changing program for our family. We sent to NCBA, a boy who was defiant and getting into trouble. He was walking down a really scary path.
After he graduated, we got back a loving young man with so much growth in character and integrity and he learned so many life lessons. The biggest impact was the growth in his faith. He is choosing to do Mission work as his next step, and then we will see where God leads him.
We are so thankful for the Teen Challenge program and all the staff at NCBA.

North Carolina Boys Academy is the best thing that happened to me. The staff provided strong Christian leadership and the tools I needed for a successful career

What can I say about NCBA.

I’ve supported them through thick and thin. Where else can you get a Christian based recovery program for young boys who are struggling with life and it’s challenges.

I had some challenges a couple of years ago which made me fearful that I could no longer support the program but then I prayed about it and poured into the program more earnestly. I never looked back.

I’m so proud to be associated with the whole team and the boys who’ve done the hard work to graduate.

Great place and awesome staff.