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2019 A BREAK THROUGH YEAR FOR HOPE IS ALIVE We opened our first Hope Is Alive mentoring home for men six years ago — and what an incredible ride it has been. We’ve helped over 1,000 men and women break out of tough circumstances and achieve radical life change through community support and the love of God.

This past year was a turning point — a true breakthrough — for our organization. Our number of homes grew by 64%. We expanded to three states and welcomed several program graduates as paid members of our growing team. Plus, we reached even more loved ones of addicts and alcoholics through Finding Hope support groups in Oklahoma, Kansas and North Carolina.

To the volunteers, donors, mentors and leaders who have been with us every step of the way — thank you. Without your kindness and commitment, Hope Is Alive would still be just a dream.

With hope,

Founder, Hope Is Alive Ministries

ABOUT HOPE IS ALIVE

M I S S I O N To radically change the lives of drug addicts, alcoholics and those who love them

The Hope Is Alive program is responsible for millions of months of sobriety and thousands of lives saved. We redefine the way people get and stay sober. We work to radically change the way people interact with each other, always offering grace and kindness but never backing down on holding others accountable.

While living at HIA, residents are guided through our unique three-phased program which helps build a strong foundation of faith and recovery. After completing the three phases, residents will have accomplished over 60 requirements. This gives them incredible confidence that goals can be reached and that they can finish what they started.

V I S I O NA program in which 100% of graduates maintain lifelong sobriety, and HIA homes exist across the country.

OUR FOUND

ERS

Lance and Ally Lang met in 2009 — their quick engagement just as quickly ended when the depths of Lance’s addiction were made public. As Lance began recovering from his drug addiction and alcoholism, Ally realized she needed recovery from the relationship trauma which comes with loving an addict.

With a dream in his heart, Lance opened the first Hope Is Alive recovery home for men in Oklahoma City in 2013. By the summer of 2015, Lance and Ally had fully rekindled and restored their relationship. Today, their story’s impact is evident in the hundreds of lives changed and the BREAKTHROUGHS made through Hope Is Alive Ministries.

Our team is comprised of dedicated individuals who have experienced the impact of addiction firsthand. Through Hope Is Alive, they’ve each made a BREAKTHROUGH to become trusted, loved and appreciated members of our staff. Hear from just a few of them below.

LAUREN AGEE | OKC PROGRAM DIRECTOR“This place has changed my life. I’ve finally found who I am, and I get to be that person for the rest of my life. I’m smiling from ear to ear, and it’s genuine.”

SCOTT HOLLAND | OKC PROGRAM MANAGER“I wouldn’t be the man or the son or the brother or the friend I am today without Hope Is Alive. I love my life now, and I owe that to Hope Is Alive.”

LEA MONTGOMERY | EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT“Today, I am a faithful friend. I am someone that others count on. I’m an honest, open, transparent person and I’m the person God created me to be.”

BLAKE WIELAND | DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT“With the men I’ve met and the relationships I’ve made, I hope they know I’m a resource to them. They can reach out to me for support. I want to be a servant for the Lord, and I hope that’s my legacy.”

OUR TEAM

Lauren Agee

Scott Holland

Lea Montgomery

Blake Wieland

2019 RECAP

Our number of homes increased by 64%, from 11 to 18.

2019 WAS AN INCREDIBLE

YEAR OF GROWTH!

64%

51%

70% 89%

Our homes enjoy a 70% success rate for all residents and an 89% success rate for all

graduates. To HIA, success means our residents and graduates are clean and sober TODAY.

With the growth of homes comes more and more residents. Over 165 residents are living in HIA

homes and working through the HIA program, a 51% increase when compared with the previous year.

55 residents reached the

one-year sobriety milestone

39 residents made their faith public through

baptism

25 residents graduated

9 residents purchased a vehicle on their own for the

first time

SOUTH OKC MEN’S HOMEA new men’s home in south Oklahoma City opened in June 2019 and was completely full within three weeks. Fifteen different men moved into the home in the last six months of 2019. Some are older, some are younger, some are husbands, some are fathers and others are just getting started in life. No matter who God has brought to this home, each person has experienced BREAKTHROUGHS in the incredible sanctuary of second chances.

BREA

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JACKIE FLORES“This home oozes community! It’s perfectly set up to ensure I’m constantly surrounded by people who want the same positive things out of life. I love hanging out in the living room, laughing, playing games and enjoying my brothers!“

ROBIN AGUIRRE“HIA has literally changed my perspective on life as a whole. Before, I didn’t see a reason to keep on living. Now I see the beauty of life and that I have a God who loves me, brothers who care about me and purpose to live out for the rest of my life. I love everything about this life-changing program and what it has taught me.”

ZACH THOMASON“I honestly thought I was going to some type of institution, so when I got here and realized how beautiful the home was, I was blown away! The serenity and peace of this place has truly helped me hear from God and begin to love myself again.”

HOPE IS ALIVE HOMES

HOMES OPEN PRIOR TO 2019

521

21

OKC Men’s Homes

Tulsa Men’s Homes

Wichita Men’s Home

OKC Women’s Homes

Tulsa Women’s Homes

HOPE IS ALIVE HOMES

HOMES OPENED IN 2019

6th OKC Men’s HomeOpened through the generosity of the Trice Family and the Jasco Giving Hope Foundation

2nd Tulsa Women’s HomeOpened through the generosity of Church on the Move

3rd OKC Women’s Home Opened through the generosity of the Bob Howard Foundation

1st Tulsa Men’s HomeMoved to a new location through the generosity of the Kindschi Family

1st North Carolina Men’s Home Opened through the generosity of One Harbor Church and Braswell Family Farms

1st Weatherford Men’s home Opened through the generosity of the Slagell family, Oklahoma Baptists, The Etcetera Shop and the people of Weatherford

Wichita Women’s Home Opened through the generosity of Gary and Sharon Jarrard

HOMES TO OPEN IN 2020

K A NS AS CI T Y Men’s Home

ROGER S Men’s Home

S T O R I E S O F R A D I CA L L I F E C H A N G E

KIMWichita, KS

Kim’s struggles with alcoholism caused her life to spiral — her marriage ended, she lost her job and she began drinking all day, every day. But through HIA, Kim made a BREAKTHROUGH. She now enjoys a restored relationship with her family and feels joy in her heart. She used to be broken, she says, but God has made her whole again. In 2019, Kim became HIA’s new Wichita Women’s Program Manager.

“I have joy in my heart. I have a purpose. I have a calling. HIA has completely transformed my entire life.”

A NEW HOPE

CHRISTYOklahoma City, OK

Christy went from abusing alcohol to abusing pills and eventually became addicted to meth. But when she walked through the doors at Hope Is Alive, she says she felt move unconditionally loved than she had in her entire life — she’d made a BREAKTHROUGH. Today, she enjoys a restored relationship with her parents, brother and daughters.

“Because of HIA, I genuinely belong somewhere. My relationship with my family is completely changed, and it’s only because of Hope Is Alive.”

FINDIN

G HOPE SUPPORT GROUPS

Finding Hope Support Groups provide help and hope for loved ones of addicts and alcoholics. Through education, inspiration and community support, Hope Is Alive equips participants with the tools they need to feel whole again.

In 2019, HIA grew from five support groups to 13 groups in three states with over 25 volunteers. We also created a Finding Hope Leader Training & Curriculum program, enabling individuals to start their own groups anywhere in the country.

FINDIN

G HOPE SUPPORT GROUPS

OKLAHOMANorth OKC | South OKC | OKC | West Tulsa | Jenks | Bixby | Prague | Yukon | Broken Arrow | Weatherford | Eufaula

KANSASEast Wichita | West Wichita

NORTH CAROLINAMorehead City

CINDYSpouse of an addict“The Finding Hope support group has given me so much more than hope. It has given me knowledge, spiritual growth and friends that feel like family.”

CHERYLMother of an addict“I was desperate to fix my son. Through Finding Hope, I was taught to let go and let God take over, which set us both free. Finding Hope saved my life by helping me cope with my son’s addiction and addressing my own needs.”

FINDING HOPE LOCATIONS

FAMILY RESTORATION

S T O R I E S O F R A D I CA L L I F E C H A N G E

FAMILY RESTORATION

SCOTTOklahoma City, OK

Scott turned to alcohol to deal with the death of his mother. His drinking evolved, and he just couldn’t get enough. In the depths of his addiction, Scott’s wife Darcie felt all alone. But through HIA, Scott made a BREAKTHROUGH — today, he and Darcie have their family back. Darcie advises others dealing with loved ones’ addictions to not be scared. You’ll make sacrifices, she says, but the freedom that comes from it is worth every sacrifice made.

“Hope Is Alive has given me a chance to show my kids that, when you fall, you don’t have to stay down. Get back up. Live a full life. Live a free life.”

THE IMPACT OF PA

RTNERSHIPS

JOHNTulsa, OK

John had struggled with addiction since college. His son Zach entered the Hope Is Alive program five years ago and became a leader in the family. Seeing the difference in Zach, John was willing to do whatever it took to achieve a BREAKTHROUGH like his son. Because of HIA, John says he is now living out his life in humility. His relationship with his kids is stronger than it has ever been.

“My experience in Hope Is Alive has just been amazing. It has taught me so much. There’s nothing better than experiencing radical life change.”

Hope Is Alive works alongside churches, helping them navigate the often-painful pathways of addiction and recovery. We provide church staff members with support and education while acting as a source of encouragement and hope to their congregants. HIA couldn’t do what we do without our church partnerships.

GROWTH OF COMMUNITY SUPPORT IN 2019

Church partners

increased by 73%, from 37

to 64

Monthly partners

increased by 39%, from 172 to 239

New donors

increased by 129%,

from 429 to 983

THE IMPACT OF PA

RTNERSHIPS

CRAIG GROESCHELSR. PASTOR | LIFE.CHURCH“Hope is Alive is an organization you can trust, and for those that give to HIA you are giving to something special! We have so much admiration for what they do and have learned from them. We believe wholeheartedly in their mission and their incredible leaders, Lance and Allyson Lang.”

DR. HANCE DILBECKEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & TREASURER | BGCO“The Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma is thrilled to be partnering with Hope Is Alive to offer relief, resources and referral services to churches throughout the state. HIA has provided hope and help to thousands of Oklahomans. Our member churches have a trustworthy and experienced go-to resource for all their congregants’ addiction-related needs.”

MIKE TODD

SR. PASTOR | TRANSFORMATION CHURCH“Hope Is Alive is an amazing organization which helps people find freedom from addiction. We are BIG fans!”

DONNIE GRIGGS

SR. PASTOR | ONE HARBOR CHURCH“One Harbor Church believes in the work that Hope Is Alive is doing. We have seen the fruits this program is producing first-hand. We are grateful for our partnership with them and to be pushing back the darkness of addiction in Carteret County alongside them.”

OUR PARTN

ERS

Craig Groeschel

Dr. Dilbeck

Mike Todd

Donnie Griggs

STRENGTH IN CHR

IST

JORDANTulsa, OK

When Jordan was 13-years-old, her dad began using drugs again due to the stress of his divorce. Jordan starting using with him. She felt like she didn’t have a place in life. She was lost, and she didn’t know where to turn. Through Hope Is Alive, Jordan experienced a BREAKTHROUGH — today, she’s a different person. She has a stronger bond with her family, has been presented with career opportunities she never thought possible and enjoys lasting friendships that seemed out of reach when she was deep in her addiction.

“Because of Hope Is Alive, my relationship with Christ is restored. I have people who will pray for me, who will love on me and who are there no matter what.”

S T O R I E S O F R A D I CA L L I F E C H A N G E

RONNIEWichita, KS

Ronnie had trouble with alcohol during his time in the military, but his addiction became even more apparent once he returned home. He ended up overdosing during a low-point and says he was as lost as any one person could be — but Hope Is Alive helped Ronnie make a BREAKTHROUGH. He says he’s now able to see people for who they are, be a better person for his family and friends and grow relationships he never thought possible.

“Hope Is Alive has given me a chance at a new life with a clear head, and it’s also given me the will to live a life with our Lord and Savior.”

Through our Adopt a House program, individuals and small groups are able to support Hope Is Alive in real, tangible ways. We ask volunteers to: • Select the home they want to adopt• Support the home and its residents for a minimum of six months• Select two to three household items, like bleach and hand soap,

they’ll provide each month• Bring a meal once a quarter• Promise to pray for the residents in their adopted home by name each week

“I love volunteering at Hope Is Alive. I believe we serve ourselves best when we serve others first. I love getting to see these women at day one, and when they leave through that door, they’re just so empowered and they’re different. They are changed, and it is the most gratifying thing to see that and be a part of that.”

2019 VOLUNTEERS: BY THE NUMBERSADOPT A HOUSE PROGRA

M3,000

25

250

150

volunteers

new Adopt a House partners

meals provided by supporters and church partners

Bible studies led by volunteers

LORI FLORAHIA Volunteer

CONTA

CT US

CALL OUR HOPE LINE AT 1.844.3.HOPENOW

14401 N MAY AVENUE, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73134

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