Philantropic Programs
Operation School Bell®
Encourages children to stay in school by providing what they need to be successful, including new shoes, new clothing, dental and hygiene supplies, and tools for literacy.
Assault Survivor Assistance
Donates snacks, handmade blankets, clothing, and toiletries to survivors of sexual assault or domestic violence, in collaboration with Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners.
Blue Portal Gift Shop
One of Old town’s premier gift shops, Blue Portal provides a venue for senior New Mexico artisans to sell their creations without sales fees.
Buddy Bear Patrol
Provides thousands of new teddy bears each year to First Responders and others assisting children in times of crises.
Hungry and Homeless
Provides new underwear, socks, and toiletry bags to people experiencing homelessness, and provides fresh produce, meat, and cheese to food markets for low income seniors.
Kids are Pretty Special
Offers vital supplies that include diapers, food, toiletries, and new clothes to community agencies that provide care for children.
Scholarship
Awards scholarships to students at Central New Mexico Community College in the Trades and Early Childhood Education divisions, to be used to meet student needs.
Sharing Partnerships
Distributes donated clothing and items that cannot be sold in the Thrift Shops to partnering organizations, and provides Thrift Shop vouchers for those in need to purchase necessities.
Tender Loving Care
Creates and donates quilts, blankets, caps and other items for infants, children and adults in UNM hospital or receiving services at community organizations.