A Donor Story from the Wichard’s

Dec 18

There are moments when you hear someone speak about a mission—and you just know it’s not theoretical.

It’s personal.
It’s lived.
It’s rooted in truth that has changed real lives.

That’s how longtime Greenhouse Project supporters John and Krystal Wichard talk about this ministry.

They didn’t come to Greenhouse looking to “support another nonprofit.” They came because they recognized something different happening here—something sacred, transformative, and worth protecting.

Recovery That Goes Deeper Than Behavior

John puts words to what so many people feel but struggle to articulate.

So much of recovery culture focuses on managing the “old self.” Managing behavior. Managing failure. Managing labels.

Greenhouse Project takes a radically different approach.

Instead of reinforcing the identity of addict, Greenhouse speaks truth over men who walk through its doors—truth rooted in Scripture, dignity, and calling.

This isn’t about self-help.
It’s about total surrender to Jesus.
It’s about becoming new.

As John reflects, real transformation doesn’t come from fixing surface-level habits. It comes when identity changes first—and everything else follows.

That re-orientation is what sets Greenhouse apart.

Why This Mission Is Personal

For John, the addiction-recovery work at Greenhouse hits close to home. His own life journey makes the ministry’s focus not just admirable—but essential.

He and Krystal have seen firsthand how addiction doesn’t just affect one person. It ripples through families, communities, and generations.

That’s why they care so deeply about a model that restores the whole person—spirit, identity, relationships, and future.

Greenhouse isn’t interested in temporary fixes — it’s committed to eternal change.

And that commitment shows in the way men are welcomed, discipled, challenged, and loved into freedom.

We Asked… “Why Should Someone Get Involved?”

When asked that question, John doesn’t hesitate.

Because this work is real.
Because it’s effective.
Because it’s grounded in truth—not trends.

Greenhouse isn’t just helping men survive addiction—it’s helping them step into who God created them to be.

Krystal echoes that conviction, sharing how meaningful it’s been to know the founders personally, to see the ministry up close, and to witness the fruit of faithfulness over time.

This isn’t flashy.
It’s faithful.
And it works.

The Moment We’re In

As we close out this year, Greenhouse Project is preparing for 2026—a year that will require steady support to keep the doors open and continue serving men and families who are ready for change.

Right now, year-end giving is at <50% of our goal.

The work hasn’t slowed.
The need hasn’t disappeared.
The flame is already burning.

But it needs fuel to support it.