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When it comes to safety, Sam Pirelli of Pirelli Lock Shop in Ruidoso has played a “key” role at The Nest on more occasions than either shelter staff or he can remember. “Sam is our ‘go to’ guy for any key or lock replacement needs,” Nest Shelter Supervisor June Shaughnessy said. “We provide secure storage and a locked bedroom for …
The children living at the Nest domestic violence shelter have been enjoying summer in the courtyard, thanks to donations of sporting equipment from the Elks Lodge #2086 in Ruidoso. “We know how important family is,” Al Buse, Exalted Ruler of the Elks said. “We had an end-of-the-school-year party and had leftover materials.” The Elks Lodge donated soccer balls, a basketball, …
As the annual Deacon Bob Open charity golf tournament approaches each year, the need for hole sponsor banners and signs is always a pressing issue. This year, all of the signs are being made and donated by Fastsigns out of Midland, Texas. “We came into contact with the Nest as donors,” Fastsigns franchise owner, Mike Hogue said. Hogue and his …
HEAL will soon have an updated logo made to catch the public’s eye. Graphic artist Matt Eller has taken on the project of the redesign with the help of HEAL executive director, Coleen Widell. “I was working on pro bono projects at the time and Coleen was very articulate about her vision for HEALs’ branding,” Eller said. Together they are …
Sanctuary on the River has long been a destination venue in Ruidoso. Its owner, Debbie Haines Nix, has used its serene location to house an inspired living center. She is a powerful community supporter and focuses her career on helping people find their own happiness. Through the Sanctuary on the River, Nix still maintains a strong bond with the survivors …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …