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ABQ Mom adopts one nonprofit every year. This year we have chosen to work with Getting Ahead, a program operated by Shine Partnership. It’s a 16-session workshop for families of students in APS Title-1 Schools who wish to improve their economic stability.
Today, Katie Loeppke, Community Programs Director for Shine Partnership, joins us on the podcast to discuss the program. She explains how they support their participants as “investigators” in exploring and developing knowledge and tools to deal critically and creatively with their reality. Listen in to hear more about this effective and inspiring program.
So, how can you contribute to Getting Ahead?
1. Perhaps you or someone you know should apply to be part of the next round of workshops.
The next Getting Ahead workshops will begin in the fall. However, applications are accepted year-round. Apply online here.
2. Donate grocery gift cards.
Many Getting Ahead participants report that they initially signed up just to get the grocery gift cards. But they end up discovering so much more as the workshop progresses. So if you are in a financial position to donate gift cards for this program to help offset the costs, it would be so appreciated.
Please purchase gift cards in increments of $20 and $5. (Participants receive $20 for attending and $5 for doing homework.) You can purchase Smith’s gift cards online and have them shipped to the following address:
Shine Partnership
7001 San Antonio Drive NE, Suite H
Albuquerque, NM 87109
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It’s no secret that this motherhood journey is unique. And having people to turn to, talk to, and share experiences with can make all the difference in the world. If you’re new to the area, new to being a mom, or just want a way to connect with others close to where you live, join one of ABQ Mom’s groups.
ABQ Mom’s Community & Conversation Group is an online (private) Facebook group that allows moms to connect, ask questions (mommy or non-mommy related), discuss local happenings, and attend events like playdates and meet-ups.
We also have a very active book club and a fitness group.
For moms not on Facebook, there’s an email list to keep them up-to-date on all the event dates and locations.
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