In 2020, Vaushawn became the Executive Director of Adult & Teen Challenge Northeastern Wisconsin, launching a 39-month campaign that resulted in the 2024 opening of a 20-bed treatment center and an 8-bed sober living facility for men in Green Bay.
Vaushawn’s passion for recovery is deeply rooted in his personal story. Growing up in a home marked by addiction, he witnessed the devastating effects of substance abuse firsthand. In 2008, his life was transformed through faith and recovery, breaking the cycle of addiction in his family. Since 2009, he has devoted himself to guiding others toward lasting freedom through Christ-centered recovery programs.
Professionally, Vaushawn’s journey began in 2011 as Program Manager for Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge’s men’s residential recovery program. Over seven years, he demonstrated unwavering dedication to helping men overcome addiction while addressing complex issues like crime, incarceration, and behavioral change.
In 2018, Vaushawn expanded his influence by becoming the Academy Program Director in partnership with Prison Fellowship, a faith-based organization delivering proven programs in more than 1,000 prisons across the United States. At the Minnesota Department of Corrections' Lino Lakes facility, he led a team that empowered over 140 male inmates annually to achieve personal transformation, successfully reintegrate into society, and significantly reduce reoffending recidivism rates.
Today, Vaushawn is committed to expanding and establishing Adult & Teen Challenge residential programs throughout Northeastern Wisconsin for both men and women to combat the addiction crisis. With a steadfast commitment to delivering proven, effective recovery solutions, he is passionate about bringing hope, healing, and lasting transformation to individuals, families, and communities across the region.