YDI

12/21/2024

❄️🎉 Let’s kick off the First Day of Winter in style – with our favorite ugly sweaters! 🎄 Whether it’s full of sparkles, snowflakes, or just plain silly, we want to see your festive fashion. Share a photo of your ugly sweater in the comments and spread the winter cheer! 🧥✨

12/20/2024

🎄✨ A Heartfelt Thank You! ✨🎄

This holiday season, we’ve been truly inspired by the incredible generosity of our community.

Thank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of families who need extra support this year.

These gifts are more than just items - they are symbols of hope, warmth, and community love.

We are so grateful for your support. Thank you Kit Carson Electric Cooperative for helping make this season brighter for so many! 

12/19/2024

🎄✨ A heartfelt THANK YOU to Parnall Law Firm, LLC for making this holiday season extra special for the children at our South Valley CNM Head Start branch! 💝 This year, they generously gifted every child shoes, jackets, and toys – spreading warmth, joy, and much love. ❤️

Your kindness and support make a world of difference in our community, and we’re incredibly grateful for partners like you who help brighten the holidays for our families. 🌟

12/13/2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us at YDI’s Annual Partner Appreciation Luncheon yesterday! 🙏 Your support and dedication to empowering youth and families across New Mexico make all the difference. Together, we’re building brighter futures and stronger communities. We are so grateful for our incredible partners and attendees—here’s to continuing the work we do, side by side! 💙

12/13/2024

Feliz Navidad from Rio Arriba Head Start!🎄

12/13/2024

Deputy First Class Deanna Aragon, we appreciate your remarkable courage, strength, and leadership, and we sincerely thank you for sharing your inspiring journey as a guest speaker at our Youth Development, Inc. (YDI) Annual Luncheon.

Head Start

12/13/2024

Thank you, Senator Michael Padilla for joining us at our Annual YDI Luncheon. We are immensely grateful for your support.

12/04/2024

The Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center (ECLKC) is transitioning to HeadStart.gov in early 2025!

While the URL is changing, the resources and information you rely on to support children and families will still be available.

👉 Learn more about this upcoming change and how it affects you here: https://bit.ly/4fkCCHE

Stay informed and spread the word as we prepare for this exciting new chapter!

12/04/2024

Stay informed & inspired!! 🚀✨ Subscribe to our newsletter for inspiring stories, news, and everything YDI. Sign up at the bottom of https://www.ydinm.org/ Don’t miss out—sign up today! 💌

Happy Giving Tuesday! Help keep these stories a reality by donating at https://www.ydinm.org/make-a-donation/

12/03/2024

At YDI, we’re more than just a service – we’re a partner in solving life’s toughest problems. 🤝💙

In a state where 1 in 3 children go to bed hungry, we’re proud to be on the front lines, providing over 500,000 free meals each year to families in need. Together, we’re fighting child hunger and working toward a stronger future for all New Mexicans.

Join us in this mission. Every meal, every act of support, makes a difference.

🌟 DONATE today: YDINM.ORG/make-a-donation

12/02/2024

Fighting a war against poverty, one solution at a time. 💪 For nearly 50 years, Youth Development, Inc. has been on the front lines in New Mexico, tackling hunger, child well-being, and education with proven results.

This , join us in the battle to create lasting change and empower families across our state. Your support can make a difference. 💙

💥 DONATE today: YDINM.ORG/make-a-donation

11/27/2024

This Thanksgiving, we're grateful for the opportunity to serve the families of New Mexico and work toward a future where every child has access to food, education, and support. 🧡

Thank you to our incredible community of donors, volunteers, and partners who help us make a difference every day. Together, we're building stronger families and brighter futures.

Wishing you all a warm and joyful holiday! 🍂🦃

11/25/2024

YDI Early Childhood Training Day! 🌟

We had the privilege of leading professional development for our Early Childhood Education Staff for a full day of learning and planning. It’s been an inspiring day filled with vision, knowledge, passion and fun. A huge thank you to our amazing trainers and keynote.

11/20/2024

Do you or anyone you know need a little extra help? Come visit us at the Family Resource Center in Los Lunas. We offer case management services, financial assistance for families who qualify, food, healthcare and nutrition information, notary services, tutoring, English as a second language classes, life skills classes, nutrition and cooking classes - ALL SERVICES AND CLASSES ARE FREE OF CHARGE!

Remember, it's okay to ask for a little help when needed. We're not here to judge you we're here to help you get back on your feet. Call (505) 352-3495 or come in to set up at appointment with one of our Family Navigators. Our doors are open from 7:00am to 6:00pm.

11/20/2024

Thank you Albuquerque Police Department, Chief Medina and Commander Hernandez for visiting our Centro De Amor Head Start Center along with Graham the Service Dog.

11/18/2024