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Although our criminal justice system ideally aims at rehabilitation and recovery, the men and women who are incarcerated are sometimes forgotten during their sentence. Too many of us lose empathy for others, once we know they have committed crimes. Domestic violence research paints a stark yet clear picture of the connection between exposure to domestic violence and criminal activity. About …
Sue Jones of Alto provides an important stream of much-desired information at the Nest. For many months, Sue has given residents strong encouragement in the booklets called “Daily Thoughts of Hope.” Additionally, she also gives seasonal items so the mothers and children can enjoy holidays like many of us take for granted. Thank you, Sue Jones!
People often seek fulfillment in life by serving others or following a deep passion toward great work. Occasionally, a few of the most blessed of us can even find a way to help others through the embrace of our passions. Ginger Gipson, a retired microbiologist and 21-year resident of Ruidoso, is one of the lucky ones. A yoga student for …
Many thanks to the Spencer Theater and the Ruidoso Optimist Club for supporting the women and children at The Nest. Recently, these two wonderful nonprofit organizations donated tickets to Honkey Tonk Heroes and the circus. The residents had such fun and enjoyed the respite!
Lincoln County has a strong tradition of giving, philanthropy and supporting charitable causes. Each member of our community is empowered to give back and leave our world better than they found it. Reaching out and helping another is not only an activity, but a deeply-ingrained value that has now begun to impact our youth. White Mountain Elementary has been using …
The Nest has been very blessed in the last few weeks with community donations. Here is a big shout out to our loving donors: Joe & Mary Gomez – steaks, Subway – fresh baked bread, Ana Schermerhorn – cash and toiletries, Robert Macfarlane – a microwave, Tom Moorhead – toys and books, First Presbyterian Church – towels and lap robes, …
Randy Ross, a friend of HEAL past board member Josie Powell, recently donated a much-needed computer for The Nest. Ross saw a note on facebook that Powell has posted showing the domestic violence shelter’s Amazon wish list. Ross owns RJ Ross Company Executive Search (http://www.ross-energysearch.com/) in The Woodlands, TX and also spends time in Ruidoso. Thanks to Randy Ross for …
As part of Give Local America, a national fundraising effort, non-profit organizations around New Mexico have joined together for a 24-hour campaign called Give Grande New Mexico. Help End Abuse for Life (HEAL) is one of the many organizations across the state and the country participating in the giving day. By choosing to contribute to The Nest domestic violence shelter …
Bret Knight-Mark is a local contractor who has a heart for The Nest. Bret has volunteered his amazing handyman and “fix everything” skills to help repair and maintain the shelter. The Nest opened its’ doors in 2007 and literally thousands of women and children have lived with us while they rebuild their lives during that time. The wear and tear …
With prom season just around the corner, Sweet Charity Resale Boutique is once again offering free prom dresses to high school girls for those who cannot afford to buy new dresses – with no questions asked. In a “pay it forward” way, recipients are permitted to either keep their dresses or return them to Sweet Charity for someone else’s use …