July 2026 Newsletter


A Story of Hope: How Scholarship Support Changed Everything

“HopeQuest truly is different!” We never grow tired of hearing this from men and their families. Throughout the coming months, HopeQuest is highlighting the seven pillars that define The HopeQuest Difference. In July, we are spotlighting the life-changing impact of our nonprofit mission on the lives of those we serve.

For many individuals and families, the need for treatment is clear, but the financial path forward is not. Addiction leaves behind damaged relationships, lost employment, mounting debt, and little to no health insurance. Without scholarship assistance, treatment often remains out of reach. Thanks to the generosity of faithful donors and partners, HopeQuest helps remove financial barriers for qualifying clients.

Kyle understands this reality firsthand.

Growing up, addiction was a familiar part of Kyle’s life. Although he vowed not to repeat the patterns he witnessed as a child, he began experimenting with substances at just 15 years old. Before long, pain pills, marijuana, and alcohol gave way to methamphetamine, cocaine, and heroin. Despite finding freedom from hard drugs eight years ago, alcohol slowly became the addiction that nearly claimed his life. [READ MORE]

Join Us for RESTORE in August

HopeQuest is excited to partner with Johnson Ferry Baptist Church for our annual RESTORE Training, a one-day workshop designed to equip Journey and Walking Free leaders with practical tools, fresh insight, and renewed confidence for leading life-changing small groups.

THE DETAILS

Facilitators: Troy and Melissa Haas
Date: Saturday, August 8 | 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: Johnson Ferry Baptist Church
955 Johnson Ferry Rd. | Marietta, GA
Cost: $35 per person*
Registration Deadline: August 1
*Includes breakfast and lunch; scholarships are available

For groups of six or more, please contact Liz Ruschell: Liz.Ruschell@hopequestgroup.org

Because of You…

The generosity of our HopeQuest community made this year’s Match-It May! campaign an incredible success, raising $90,976 to provide life-changing treatment for men and their families. Every gift, every prayer, and every shared message extends hope to those seeking freedom from addiction.

We are grateful for your partnership in making recovery more accessible. Together, we are creating new opportunities for healing and restoration.

Our People, Our Purpose

This month, we are delighted to recognize several HopeQuest team members as they celebrate another year of serving our clients, families, and community. We are thankful for their ongoing devotion to the ministry and the meaningful difference they make each day.

  • JULY 16: Greg Anderson, 7 years
  • JULY 17: Amy Morris, 9 years
  • JULY 25: Wayne Carriker, 9 years

In June, TWENTY-FOUR individuals began their recovery journey at HopeQuest through our residential treatment, High-Intensity Outpatient (HIOP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), and outpatient counseling programs! Each new client represents a courageous step toward healing and lasting freedom through Christ. We invite you to join us in praying for everyone who entered our care as they begin the work of recovery.