What Is Escape?
Escape Ministries is a non-profit dedicated to intervening in the lives of youth who fall through the cracks of society.
We connect youth with opportunities, resources, and Gospel-rooted relationships, empowering all to thrive and discover our worth together.
What Sets Us Apart
Seeing Beneath The Surface
We see kids for who they truly are, not for the labels placed on them.
Accountability & Restoration
We hold students to appropriate standards, and help them work towards solving problems and restoring relationships, building these critical skills.
Relationship Focused
We work towards mutual, trusting, safe, and lasting relationships throughout our programs.
Gosepl Rooted
Escape is rooted in the Gospel of Jesus, and we work with people from all different beliefs to empower students towards growth, peace, and hope together.
New Executive Director
Escape Ministries Announces Kevin Van Den Bosch as Executive Director
Escape Ministries is excited to announce the appointment of Kevin Van Den Bosch as its new Executive Director. Kevin brings over 35 years of experience serving in leadership roles at Samaritas and Wedgwood Christian Services, where he excelled as Chief Operating Officer. His extensive background in faith-based service and community advocacy makes him an exceptional fit for the mission of Escape Ministries.
Kevin is a lifelong resident of West Michigan and has dedicated his career to empowering youth and strengthening families. He and his wife Julie, a Social Worker, have been married for 36 years and are active members of Alive Ministries in Jenison, where Kevin serves as President of the Board.
Kevin earned his Bachelor’s degree from Calvin University and his Master of Social Work from Western Michigan University. He has advanced training in evidence-based treatment, leadership development, and the Institute for Healing Racism. Kevin’s professional expertise spans Child Welfare, Behavioral Health, Educational Services for at-risk youth, Affordable Housing, and Community Development.
Under Kevin’s leadership, Escape Ministries looks forward to expanding its mission of providing hope, empowerment, and support for youth in our community. We are honored to welcome Kevin to our team and are excited for the impact he will make in his new role.
For more information, please contact:
Escape Ministries
Phone: 616-396-4481
Email: office@escape-out.org
Website: www.escape-out.org
What our partners are saying:
I have witnessed firsthand the progress that students who participate in Escape can make as they successfully transition back to the traditional school setting. This program is a gift to young people in our community to improve the trajectory of their future.
Brian Davis
Former Superintendent, Holland Public SchoolsThe collaboration between Escape and West Ottawa has provided an incredible opportunity for our students. It allows students to move beyond their mistakes and progress toward graduation. It is clear that the relationships built at Escape are life-changing.
Michelle Woods
Assistant Principal, West Ottawa High SchoolThe work Escape is doing with our community's youth is transformational – for the kids, the volunteers, and the community. Partnering with Escape helps our church to be connected with youth and families in our community who are often forgotten or dismissed.
Lisa Urivez-Karp
Lead Pastor, New Beginnings ChurchIt's inspiring to see youth who have been on probation with us make positive steps and be celebrated for their accomplishments at Escape. The restorative, relational, and accountable approach Escape uses is special, and it's effective.
