About Us

Our Founder

My name is David Feltz, and I am the founder and president of A Second Chance at Life. I want to share how renewed faith not only gave me a second chance but also inspired me to help others find theirs. Like many of you, I’ve been through seasons of immense hardship. In 2019, my world fell apart. I lost my father unexpectedly, my relationship crumbled, and I was left without a job. But what followed was a series of choices—selfish, destructive decisions—that led me down a darker path. Those decisions resulted in my arrest, and I was sentenced to five years in prison. I own that path. I made those choices, and they brought me to that place.

But it was in that prison cell, where everything else was stripped away, that God finally broke through to me. He tore down the walls of pride, fear, and self-doubt that had imprisoned me for so long. My mistakes, my failures, and my weaknesses were not the end of my story—they became the foundation for something new. Over 2,000 years after Christ’s sacrifice, God was breaking ground once more—this time, in my life.

Now, I want to help you break ground in yours.

Our Company

Second Chance at Life Outreach Ministries: Empowering lives through shared journeys and renewed hope.

Second Chance at Life Outreach Ministries is a pivotal organization in Peoria, IL, dedicated to supporting individuals navigating their recovery and transitional re-entry into society. Our mission is grounded in the belief that shared experiences foster deeper connections, understanding, and community. By providing a supportive environment, we aim to empower individuals to reclaim their lives and navigate the complexities of reintegration.

Our approach combines empathy with practical resources, creating a well-rounded framework for personal growth and societal contribution.

At A Second Chance at Life, we believe no matter how lost or broken you feel, there is always a way forward. Our community of “2nd Chancers” is made up of people who, like you, have faced life’s storms—people who have been knocked down by tragedy, addiction, and failure. We’ve experienced loss, made mistakes, and carry scars from the battles we’ve fought. But through faith, hope, and love, we’ve learned that life is never over. It’s in the struggle that we find the strength to rise.

This isn’t about perfection or quick fixes. It’s about walking a path of growth, healing, and redemption. We stand by you as you rebuild your life, showing you that faith is the cornerstone of A Second Chance at Life.