"A Ministry With Incredible Reach" Fresh Start Ministry began with a vision in 2001, and opened its doors in 2006, with a newly refurbished 22,932 square foot, 48 room facility in the heart of Louisiana farm country. What was once a dream and vision, has hit the ground reaching the lives of men across the nation. From the coast of California to the hills of North Carolina, men have experienced what Christ can do in their lives. Over 1000 graduates have grown and matured in our comprehensive 7 month program. Making an impact in the areas they live in. Teaching, preaching, managing, foreman of jobs, directors, and owners of companies in their communities, are some of the triumphs that have come from over a 70% success rate for those graduating the program. Fresh Start owns a thrift store, a car detailing service, a lawn care service, a firewood service, a construction/remodeling crew, and runs a community food bank, that reaches countless lives in the Franklin parish and surrounding communities in the Northeast Louisiana area.