Saranam is commemorating twenty-one years of helping families end their homelessness by naming their campus on the eastside of Albuquerque the Frances Thaxton Ash Campus. Who is Frances Thaxton Ash? The naming honors the community member responsible for our founding, Frances Thaxton Ash. Frances was raised in Albuquerque and left a lasting impact on her hometown upon […]
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It is February and love is in the air! One of the most touching examples of love we see every year is from our volunteer decorators. Everything from the dishes, towels and pillows placed with thoughtful consideration shows the passion and care that volunteer decorators bring to each home. Families may begin at Saranam as
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Theresa is dedicated mom, a devoted friend and a hard worker. She spent much of her life searching for a place of belonging. At Saranam, she found a community and place to call her own. Belonging has given her confidence in her identity and the strength to face whatever comes next. Searching for a Place
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The holidays are upon us and giving is on everyone’s mind. We asked a former Board member, Elaine Solimon, to share with us what Saranam means to her and why she gave her time and gifts to Saranam. As I completed my term on the Saranam Board of Directors, I continued to be in awe
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Domestic Violence Awareness October is Domestic Violence Awareness month and as a leading cause of homelessness, it is an issue that we have at the top of our awareness year-round. It’s estimated that 80 percent of mothers experiencing homelessness have also survived domestic violence. All of the families who come to Saranam need a refuge
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Strengths-Based Transformation By Jennifer Mullen, Saranam Program Director “All humans, somewhere within, have the urge to be heroic; to transcend circumstances, to develop one’s powers, to overcome adversity, to stand up and be counted.” -Dennis Saleebey Saranam’s mission is “to empower families to end their homelessness and poverty through housing, education, and supportive communities.” One
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Green Building for Families’ Futures Saranam’s ADC Family Campus is a new chapter for both us and the community. With 3.5 acres of space, it will double our capacity. Importantly, it also brings a build concept to the community that offers a new way to ensure the sustainability of all of our resources. The campus
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There IS Life After Homelessness By: Sonyia Hartwell, MSSW and Saranam supporter Sonyia Hartwell is a volunteer at Saranam with several decades of non-profit leadership experience, including nearly 20 years at four different organizations working with persons experiencing homelessness. She has worked directly with clients, managed large and small programs, and served on local and
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By: Christine Long, Saranam Board Member As an ethics lawyer I am asked to speak or teach quite a bit. Without fail I am asked to provide a short bio. I hate having to provide a short bio. How do you sum up your career, interests, and accomplishments in a short bio? Plus, I hate
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The Myths We Accept About Homelessness…But Should Question By: Sonyia Hartwell, MSSW and Saranam supporter Sonyia Hartwell is a volunteer at Saranam with several decades of non-profit leadership experience, including nearly 20 years at four different organizations working with persons experiencing homelessness. She has worked directly with clients, managed large and small programs, and served
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