About Not One More Alabama

Compassionate Support for Anyone Impacted by Addiction

At Not One More Alabama, we walk alongside families

At Not One More Alabama (NOMA), we believe kindness is the most powerful antidote to shame. Founded in 2016 by families and community members with lived experience, NOMA has grown into a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to walking alongside individuals and families affected by addiction without judgment, and with compassion at every stage of the journey.

Our mission is to provide education, hope, and compassionate support to individuals and families affected by addiction, including those in recovery, those still struggling, and those grieving the loss of a loved one.

Our vision is a world where no one faces the impact of addiction alone — where recovery is possible, families are supported, and lives are honored.

Our Core Values

Support

We place a loving, compassionate arm around those struggling with substance use and their loved ones by offering free resources, connection, and compassion without judgment.

Educate

We equip families and communities with evidence-based tools, training, and open conversations that demystify addiction, build understanding, and empower healthier choices.

Empower

Through community connection, memorial events, and dedicated programs, we equip individuals and families with the tools and confidence they need to heal themselves.

Advocate

We partner with community leaders and organizations to challenge stigma, strengthen prevention, and expand treatment and recovery resources that meet real community needs.

Our Story

Born of hope, built on experience

In November 2016, eleven women came together with a shared vision: to support families whose lives had been impacted by addiction and to challenge the stigma, isolation, and fear that often surround it. From those beginnings, Not One More Alabama (NOMA) quickly grew into a trusted nonprofit that is embraced by the community.

What began as a goal of providing meals and support for families quickly evolved into a robust network of education programs, peer support, family support, and grief resources. NOMA has partnered with organizations such as the Center for Motivation and Change, the Partnership to End Addiction, Birmingham’s Addiction Prevention Coalition, and Mobile’s Drug Education Council to expand training and resources across the state.

Our story is still unfolding and it belongs to every family who has found connection, compassion, and hope through NOMA.

Leadership

Deke Damson

Board President

Maria Goodman

Board Vice President

Steve Fisher

Board CFO / Treasurer

Jennifer Stogner

Board Secretary

Billy Walther

Board Member

Carla Bugg

Board Member

Melissa Neumann

Board Member

Co-Founders

Patty Sykstus

Co-Founder

Shannan Maxey

Co-Founder

Staff

Kim Holder

Executive Director

Beth McAnally

Family Program Coordinator

Selina Mason

Communications & Marketing

Audrey Rushing

Administrative Assistant

In Gratitude

We also honor and thank our previous board members whose service helped launch NOMA and move our mission forward.

Advisory Board

Our advisory board includes leaders in mental health, public education, communications, and recovery — helping guide our growth and partnerships across Alabama.

Shannan Maxey, Co-Founder
Brendan Prince
Diane House
Jennifer Rose
Karen Petersen
Lane Wilson
Lisa Shepard
Lucy Douglas
Marcie Lewis
Selina Mason