
107 LONGHORN ST. BASTROP, TX 78602
PHONE: (512) 521-3655
WEB: https://teenchallengeforboys.org/
New Hope Boys Home (Texas) is a Christian boarding school that offers life transformation to boys who are struggling with life-impacting behaviors, addictions or attitudes.
REGIONS: South Central, Southwest

New Hope Boys Home is a life-changing residential program dedicated to helping boys ages 12–17 who are struggling with destructive behaviors, broken relationships, or emotional wounds. Located in the peaceful countryside of Central Texas, this ministry offers a Christ-centered refuge where young men can rediscover discipline, hope, and identity in Christ.
Rooted in the proven success of Teen Challenge principles, New Hope Boys Home focuses on one primary mission: to see each young man rise above his past and live out his God-given potential. The program is a structured, loving environment where character transformation is the true goal—an environment where troubled boys become godly men.
New Hope is more than a program—it’s a spiritual awakening. Through daily Bible study, chapel services, mentoring, and participation in a local church, boys begin to replace bitterness with forgiveness, rebellion with obedience, and confusion with clarity. The Teen Challenge discipleship curriculum is woven throughout each boy’s journey, providing a solid foundation in Biblical truth and personal accountability.

In a world that celebrates self-gratification, New Hope champions servant leadership, humility, and perseverance. Through a “Positive Peer Culture,” students are surrounded by young men striving toward similar goals—encouraging one another to grow in integrity, honesty, and respect. Boys learn that every choice matters, and every action carries responsibility. As they advance through levels of the program, they take on new roles and responsibilities, culminating in leadership training and mentorship of peers.

While boys are being healed and transformed, families are being strengthened and restored. Monthly parent visit days provide sacred time for reconciliation and rebuilding trust in a supportive setting. Families also benefit from Biblical parenting guidance, helping them establish a foundation for lasting change when their son returns home.
Although academics remain available and accredited, the emphasis at New Hope Boys Home is on preparing young men to live lives of purpose, leadership, and responsibility. Boys engage in structured physical activity, outdoor adventures, life skills training, and vocational opportunities—experiences that teach resilience, teamwork, and confidence in a world that desperately needs godly men.
“This program truly saved my son’s life. We were losing him to anger, rebellion, and depression. Today, he’s a different young man—humble, respectful, and full of hope. He even leads our family in prayer now.”
— Parent of a former student
“When I came to New Hope, I was broken. I didn’t care about anything or anyone. But here, I found people who didn’t give up on me—who saw the man I could become. I found God again. I found myself again.”
— Former student
Your son’s struggle doesn’t have to be the end of his story. At New Hope Boys Home, boys experience a fresh start, free from the distractions and pressures that led them astray. They gain discipline, rediscover their faith, and develop the character needed to thrive in life. Our team is here to walk with you—and your son—toward healing, restoration, and a renewed future. Don’t wait for things to get worse. Now is the time to reclaim your son’s future and reignite hope in your family.
Disclaimer: Some programs mentioned herein are not licensed to provide clinical or therapeutic services. For students with mental, behavioral, or psychological disorders, any mentorship, coaching, structure, or support provided by them may not be clinical in nature and therefore should not be considered a substitute for treatment by a licensed mental health professional.