MISSION
The 10-42 Project is a faith-based resource and refuge organization dedicated to supporting first responders. We equip individuals with essential mental health tools, restore hope during times of crisis, and guide people toward a renewed purpose through the everlasting love of Jesus.
VISION
We envision a world where first responders are empowered and supported, experiencing holistic healing and transformation, and where their lives reflect the hope and love of Christ, fostering stronger communities for all.
VALUES
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Privacy
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Confidentiality
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Unconditional Acceptance
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Standing against stigma, fear, guilt and shame
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We are guided by Christian values
We know because we've been there.
Daniel Defenbaugh is a medically retired police officer from small-town Iowa who has faced the darkest corners of life. Struggling with his mental health, PTSD, and the weight of his job, he turned to alcohol and pain pills, leading to multiple suicide attempts. But in his lowest moment, Daniel had an encounter with Jesus that transformed his life. Now a devoted follower of Christ, husband, and father of five, he has dedicated himself to helping other first responders who are battling similar challenges. As the founder of 10-42 Project, a non-profit for first responders and their families, Daniel’s mission is to ensure that no one walks alone. He offers a message of hope, proclaiming, “No Guilt, No Shame, No Judgment—Come as You Are.”