Hope for the Journey is Founded
Rosie Holley is the Founder and President of Hope for the Journey; a nonprofit that encourages community fellowship, shares of information and resources, and provides direct assistance to those suffering and recovering from breast cancer.
She is an active member of the Carroll County, Greater Haralson County, and Douglas County Chamber of Commerce. She also participates in the Women's Business Alliance, Carrollton Civic Woman's Club, and American Business Women’s Association. Rosie was a CNA and completed a nonprofit program through the University of West Georgia.
Rosie was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2003. Since her recovery, she has dedicated herself to the West Georgia community and those suffering from breast cancer. Her organization, Hope for the Journey, has assisted over 300 women. Rosie’s dedication to God, family, her organization, and the community is remarkable.
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She received the “Keys to the City” award in 2010 for her outstanding dedication to wellness in the community. In 2012, she was presented the “Let Us Make Man” award for excellence in family restoration. Rosie also received the “Dr. N Jane McCandless Volunteer Leadership Award” and the “Outstanding Citizen of Georgia” award. She was nominated for the “Prestigious Lane Adams Quality of Life Award” and received the 2017 Diligence Award from the Adele Foundation.
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Rosie is a woman of faith, courage, and determination. She is also a mother of three and a grandmother. She encourages you to support her organization and cause.
Our Vision
At Hope for the Journey, our vision is to create a community that supports and uplifts those fighting breast cancer, because no one should fight alone.
Our Mission
We wish to give hope to those facing breast cancer and those walking the journey with them.
Our Programs
Programs include providing financial assistance, counseling, spiritual support, and insightful knowledge through our support groups and programming. Our organization strives to empower those women that have and continue to fight breast cancer.
Volunteer
If you're interested in volunteering at our Luncheon in the Pink, our support group or other events, please contact us. We'd love to have your help!
Hope for the Journey's Chaplain
​Faith Johnson is an ordained Baptist minister and is endorsed by the Progressive National Baptist Convention. She has served in various areas of ministry including children, youth, and administration.
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Her ministry interests include pastoral care and counseling (emphasis towards those from low socioeconomic backgrounds, persons suffering from illnesses, faith concerns, and clergy care and burnout prevention), lay leadership and ministry development, and community outreach. Faith resides in Carrollton, Georgia.
Board of Directors
Maiya Ali
Secretary & Treasurer
My inspiration for joining the board was my dedication to assisting the community and lending a hand to those who need the support as they go through their journey. It's a privilege to be involved in an organization that impacts so many strong and beautiful women.
Raul Zunzunegui, MD, FACS
Board Member
Dr. Zunzunegui is a breast specialist who is board certified in surgery. He received training in breast surgical oncology at Women and Infants’ Hospital/Brown University in Providence, R.I.
Gale Walker
Vice President
I am an employee of Tanner Medical Center Carrollton, Ga. I am a two time breast cancer survivor. Being a survivor inspires me to help others.
Stephanie Swint
Board Member
More coming soon...