Nonprofit Organization

A Guiding Light for Women Rebuilding Their Lives

Supporting women in addiction recovery and their young children with resources, direction, and a community that believes in second chances.

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Our Mission

Every Woman Deserves a Second Chance

Lighthouse Lodge supports women in addiction recovery and their young children with the resources, direction, and community they need to rebuild their lives. We believe in fostering self-reliance and independence — celebrating every milestone on the path to a brighter future.

What We Do

Support That Makes a Difference

We connect women and their children with the resources they need to break the cycle and build stable, healthy lives.

Recovery Support

Connecting women with addiction recovery programs, counseling, and peer support groups to sustain lasting recovery.

Education & Training

Helping mothers access education, job training, and skill-building programs to gain the confidence and tools for independence.

Childcare Assistance

Supporting access to safe, professional childcare so mothers can focus on their recovery and personal growth.

Community Connection

Building a network of support through mentorship, group activities, and connections with local organizations and services.

A True Story

Real Lives, Real Change

Behind every statistic is a person fighting to rebuild. This is one of those stories.

Sally met her partner in high school. He introduced her to drugs, and slowly her life unraveled. She lost custody of her children. She was living on the streets, with nowhere to turn and no one who believed she could change. But Sally found recovery — and with the right support, she fought her way back. She regained custody of her children, rebuilt her confidence, and today she stands as proof that no one is beyond hope.

Sally’s Story — Name changed to protect privacy

Many women share a similar path. Lighthouse Lodge exists to make sure they don’t walk it alone.

The Need

Why This Matters

Addiction doesn’t just affect individuals — it reshapes families. Women and children are disproportionately impacted.

75%

Of women in recovery report that support services were critical to their success

4.5M

Women in the U.S. struggle with substance use disorders

1 in 5

Children in the U.S. live with a parent who has a substance use disorder

Our Founder

Louise Knapp

Founder & President

Louise has worked in the field of substance abuse since 1993. As a licensed substance abuse counselor, she has seen firsthand the barriers women face in recovery — especially those raising young children. She founded Lighthouse Lodge to give these women the direction, resources, and belief they need to rebuild their lives.

Be a Light in Someone’s Journey

Whether through a donation, your time, or simply spreading the word — you can help a mother and her children find their way forward.

Donate Volunteer

Get in Touch

Have questions or want to get involved? We’d love to hear from you.

Reach Out

info@lighthouselodge.org

Updates and stories from the women we serve.

Location

Serving communities across the region.
Provo, Utah