Hope Alive was established in 2020 by the late Pastor Ron Barnes, who was deeply committed to addressing substance abuse in our region. His passion for helping those affected by addiction led to his vision of a dedicated facility in Robeson County where individuals could receive the support and treatment they needed to heal. Pastor Barnes personally petitioned the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services for financial assistance to establish a rehab center, advocating fervently to political stakeholders about the severity of the opioid epidemic in our area. His efforts surpassed all expectations when Hope Alive was granted a substantial $11 million to further its mission.