Since the launch of our project with The Other Side Village, we have received many heartfelt testimonials from people who are touched by what we do and our upcoming plans. We wanted to share some with you to see how your support has helped us reach more people in need.
We hope it encourages you to be a permanent part of The Other Side Village community and continue to share our story!
Here are some endorsements we’ve received.
Testimonials of our work
Josh Ellis
“The Other Side Academy has had a massive impact in the culture and lives of those in their community and personally on the people who have been able to turn around their lives within the academy. The success in this program has been nothing short of phenomenal and amazing. The Other Side Village is an incredible idea that I have no doubt will offer an immense amount of success and will help transform an incredibly difficult issue and turn into an example of success for the entire country.”
Bryan A.
“The Other Side Academy has proven to be an organization that changes lives! I have seen the light in the faces of those working at the Other Side Thrift Boutique after dark places in their lives. I have seen the students driving down the freeway in the Other Side Academy moving trucks wave to me with a smile. This organization makes a life-changing difference! I’m looking forward to seeing what they can do by applying their philosophy and curriculum to our homeless brothers and sisters.”
Reta Clyde
“In a world where big problems seem unsolvable and overwhelming, real solutions for real people are simply joyful! The Other Side Village is a beautiful example of providing shelter to people experiencing homelessness with dignity and respect.”
Katheryn Kriek
“I am excited for The Other Side Village; anything Joseph Grenny does, it’s all to make things better where he can. I can understand people being worried, but until we start wanting better for those around us, we will never grow together. Thank you!”
Howard Collett
“Many politicians talk about the problem but seldom act. Here is a private venture with a great track record that is actually doing something about it.”
Kyle Moosmann
“I have known Joseph Grenny for many years. I know that he is a man of integrity. I have used the services of The Other Side Academy and can vouch for the fine work that they do. Not only in the services they provide but in the work they do, saving lives! Big fan of TOSA!”
Jeff Goettsche
“TOSA changes lives in a real and permanent way, making responsible, accountable, productive citizens out of people who have been on the wrong side of these categories for various reasons. I also admire and respect the way it’s done…. no government help needed!”
Teresa Harry
“I just want to say how EXCITED I am about the announcement of The Other Side Village. I think there’s nothing TOSA can’t do, and this is the noblest, worthy cause. Nothing good seems to happen in the world without opposition. Keep going! Sending light, love and prayers to the team and this project.”
Dave Richards
“I have firsthand experience working with the amazing people behind The Other Side Academy for 15+ years and have seen how they have continued to effectively and compassionately break the barriers of huge social challenges with innovative and practical approaches across many cities and countries. The Other Side Village is another example of their willingness to take promising first-generation examples, develop them with partnerships into a more complete implementation, and then work with others to replicate what works in many additional communities. I am personally committing funding to this initiative and encourage you to help in any way you can.”
Jeff Burningham
“I am helping to build The Other Side Village because I believe in Joseph Grenny & the team at TOSA. They have proven to be experts at building a family culture that enriches neighborhoods while blessing individual lives. In addition, I support The Other Side Academy because I have been there many times & felt firsthand the dramatically positive effect it has on students in the program. TOSA is a place of miraculous healing and light!”
Kelly Andrews
“As someone who has spent time at The Other Side Academy and personally gotten to know participants and leadership, I can undoubtedly say that this program is life-changing and a necessary part of Utah’s strategy to solve homelessness and drug-related abuse. This is not your ordinary ‘halfway house’ program. Myself, and countless others, have been amazed by the transformation in individual lives and communities that this program has made.”
Brittney Maxfield
“I have worked alongside Joseph Grenny for the past 15 years. I have seen the principles he has written about in his award-winning books and training courses change lives. But almost every case study pales in comparison to the impact and transformation these skills are making in the students’ lives at The Other Side Academy. I have had the privilege to volunteer at TOSA a few times and love interacting with students who are hard to change their lives and make our community stronger. I have no doubt Joseph and the team will continue this work in ways that will make a lasting impact in Utah with The Other Side Village.”
Rob Shallenberger
“I fully support TOSA and the great work they are doing to transform literally thousands of lives!”
Join our Mission
The power of a single person’s donation is huge. Your continued support will help us provide more people with the opportunity for a better life, and we can’t thank you enough! If you’d like to get involved in our mission, don’t hesitate to contact us at info@theothersideacademy.com. We would love your contribution, no matter how big or small it may be, because every little bit counts when it comes to changing lives.