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2011 Albuquerque Homeless Persons’ Memorial Vigil

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Robert Nelson

From New Mexico Coalition to End Homelessness: SAVE THE DATE 2011 Albuquerque Homeless Persons’ Memorial Vigil Thursday, December 22nd Join communities across the nation as we gather on the first day of winter to remember those who passed away in 2011 … Continue reading →

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FY 2012 HUD Budget Passed into Law

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Robert Nelson

From the National Alliance to End Homelessness: Last week, Congress passed the final, compromise version of the fiscal year (FY) 2012 funding legislation for Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs. The President signed the measure into law on … Continue reading →

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Alliance Releases Brief on Veterans Homelessness

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Robert Nelson

Last Monday, the National Alliance to End Homelessness released a one-page brief entitled Data Point: Veteran Homelessness in the United States. The brief provides key data on homelessness among veterans as reported by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban … Continue reading →

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Medicaid Community Meeting

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Robert Nelson

From Lisa Huval, Policy & Advocacy Director at New Mexico Coalition to End Homelessness Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless, along with other allies, is organizing a community meeting about Medicaid on November 9th. The organizers have invited the Governor … Continue reading →

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Vote YES On 10 For Affordable Housing!

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Robert Nelson

From Lisa Huval, Policy & Advocacy Director, New Mexico Coalition to End Homelessness Dear Friends: This October 4th, please vote YES on Bond Question #10. Your “YES” vote on #10 means $10 million for constructing and maintaining high quality affordable housing … Continue reading →

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Smoke Is Worst For Those Who Must Live On The Street

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Robert Nelson

We have been reminded this year that acts of nature can take a toll on those near and far. The smoke and haze drifting over Albuquerque this week from fires in Arizona brings this impact home, Continue reading →

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2011 Sleep Out Update

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Robert Nelson

Dear Campers and Donors, Due to the heavy pollution from the fires, it is with regret that we must cancel the 2011 Duke City Sleep Out.  This decision was not made lightly and is in the best interest of the … Continue reading →

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Volunteers Needed for 2011 Sleep Out!

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Robert Nelson

Volunteers are needed to help with the event on June 10th and 11th.    The Sleep Out is our largest fundraising event of the year and we need all the help we can get.  If you have questions, call Tiffany … Continue reading →

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2011 Duke City Sleepout!

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Robert Nelson

2011 Duke City Sleep Out June 10-11, 2011 Bullhead Memorial Park REGISTER NOW Join hundreds of others as we spend a night under the stars so that the homeless won’t have to!  Start a camping team with family, friends, and … Continue reading →

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Americorps and Amy Beihl School Volunteer at the AOC for Martin Luther King Day!

Posted on January 24, 2011 by jessicac

Monday saw over 30 volunteers at the shelter, all committed to making a difference in the lives of people experiencing homelessness. Continue reading →

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