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The Extension, Inc.

Empowering individuals & communities experiencing homelessness & substance use to engage in recovery

01/16/2026

Join us in welcoming new Board Member Amanda Arnold!

Amanda began her career with Credit Union of Georgia in 2003 and currently serves as the Director of Community Outreach where she oversees the newly established Credit Union of Georgia Community Foundation, Business Development, and member engagement.
In recent years, Ms. Arnold has been awarded numerous Diamond Awards for Marketing Campaigns at Credit Union of Georgia from the CUNA Marketing & Business Development Council, was published in the Fall Edition of Connections, a quarterly magazine for Georgia Credit Unions, and has been the face of Credit Union of Georgia in commercials and magazine articles.

We are so excited to have Amanda on our Board and grateful to have her talents and expertise on our team!

01/09/2026

We had a great time today with this awesome group of interns from Mauldin & Jenkins CPAs & Advisors! They got to tour our Men's campus, brought resources for our new clients, and learned about resources we offer including Narcan training.

Thank you Mauldin and Jenkins for the opportunity to share our work and thank you for joining our mission of recovery in our shared community!

01/08/2026

FORE!! We're just 2 months away from On The Ball!⛳️
Join us for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition!
Not a golfer? No problem! At TopGolf, anyone can play- no fancy shoes or experience needed!

We have a few more openings for teams so grab your friends and colleagues and we'll see you at the tee!
Ready to go? Email betsymathews@theextension.org to secure your spot!

Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsors CorkHoward Construction and SA White Oil Company for making it all possible!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🎆
We hope you all have a safe and happy New Year’s Day! Thank you to everyone who supported our mission in 2025- whether by volunteering your time, donating goods or financially, advocating for our work in your spheres of influence, or following us on social media! We are excited to continue our work with you in 2026!

12/27/2025

My name is Shawn McKinney.
I was born in February 1978 and raised in Marietta, Georgia.
I am the owner and operator of Handyman McKinney’s L.L.C.
I arrived at The Extension on September 1st, 2017. Broken from a life of bad choices. The Extension was the answer to a lot of desperate prayers. I began to learn about myself, why I lived the way I did and how to change, to never live that way again. As I started to rebuild my life, I began to feel a new belief that I could do more with my life.
That has become a reality in many different ways. I worked the 12 steps, I applied these spiritual principles in my everyday affairs, I got a home group and many different service positions over the years. I started my own company in 2019. I got married in 2018 to my beautiful wife Tarah. We have a beautiful daughter together, Micah (9) and 2 step sons, Tyler (22) and Kaiden (18). We are all very close. My wife and I got baptized in our faith in 2021. We are active in our congregation and study the bible regularly together as a family.
My wife and I are both active in the recovery community. Tarah is an Alumni of Ridgeview herself and holds a service commitment.
I helped start and run a men's AA meeting that has tripled in size. I am currently the president of The Alumni Group at The Extension. I have been committed to the Extension. I do service work, not as a burden but with a joyful attitude. I have been a part of the Sunday night Gratitude Meeting for about 6 years straight. Working with the guys at The Extension is definitely a highlight of my life. I sponsor guys constantly.
In my business I employ men from The Extension as well. I run my company like I run my life, with honesty, integrity, and willingness. I enjoy making beautiful spaces for people and their families. All in all I give praise where praise is due, to God Himself. He always opens doors for me to walk through to better myself and the people around me.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from our family to yours! 🎄
Last week our Board of Directors served a holiday dinner to all of our residents. We say that the best picture of community happens at dinner time, and that couldn't be more true when our staff, board members, alumni, and volunteers all come together to create some holiday magic.
We also got to honor the tireless dedication of Angela Robinson, who has faithfully served The Extension for years. Her passion and service has impacted many lives, including a resident who shared his gratitude with a poem in her honor.
We hope you all spend the day surrounded by loved ones and have a very Merry Christmas!

12/23/2025

Our Alumni Association is in the holiday spirit! They had Breakfast with Santa at both campuses and served up some cheer!
They know better than anyone the power of connection in recovery and are constantly supporting our residents. We are so proud of them- not just because of all they've accomplished, but their character and who they are as individuals, and as a group who knows their impact is multiplied together.
We love our alumni! They go above and beyond- even to the North Pole💈

12/20/2025

We have to brag on this amazing group of volunteers from the Marietta-Roswell Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta who came and served our men's campus! Not only did they serve some DELICIOUS food, but they also served our residents AND staff members!
We were all blown away by their generosity and graciousness, and we are so grateful they came to spread some love and Christmas cheer to our campus!
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If your church group, civic club, neighbors, or friends are looking for a way to give back to the community, we are always in need of dinner volunteers!
Use this link to learn more and see our calendar!
https://theextension.org/support-us/meals/

12/19/2025

❄️ PLEASE SHARE ❄️
The Winter Weather Shelter at MUST Ministries Hope House will be open Friday, December 19th.

The shelter is open to men, women, and children.
📍 Location: 1297 Bells Ferry Road, Marietta, GA 30066

Guests should arrive no later than 8:00 PM to ensure a bed for the night.

Dinner will be served at 5:00 PM, and breakfast will be provided the following morning.

12/16/2025

Still need to Sleigh your Gift List? Today and tomorrow you can- and support recovery while you're at it- with Kendra Gives Back!
December 16th & 17th use code GIVEBACK-KUOIR and 20% of sales will be donated to us!
Get your sparkle on and shop for good!✨
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12/15/2025

Last week we got to spread some Christmas cheer to our staff! Their passion and dedication make The Extension truly a special place!
Thank you Chick-fil-A Barrett Parkway for helping us make the magic happen!

12/02/2025

The Extension is not your average recovery program, and this is Not Your Average Giving Tuesday…we would like to share why we aren’t just another nonprofit fighting for your attention...

Not Your Average Staff…
“As someone who has been around here for a long time, I can honestly say that our program is better today than ever before. Now, we have Family Services, a trauma therapist, and our counselors have certifications out the w***o- none of that was here when I was a client."

David, one of our rock star Case Manager at the men’s campus, is a proud alum, and knows a thing or two about recovery. From being a resident, to working at other recovery programs, and coming back home to serve others where he once was served, our staff are passionate, dedicated individuals. They are constantly achieving new certifications, degrees, and specialties- all to the benefit of our clients.
We Are Not Your Average Staff, and this is Not Your Average Giving Tuesday. We ask you to give boldly, make a change, and safe a life.
Join our mission and give today: https://theextension.org/donate-now/support-our-programs-services/

Address

1507 Church Street Ext NE
Marietta, GA
30061

Telephone

+17705909075

Website

http://www.theextension.org/, https://linktr.ee/theextensioninc

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