The following is a release from the DAV:

Some exciting news from your local Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 1 here in Grant County.  First, we had our annual elections this month, and the newly elected officers picture from left to right: Cliff Tavernier (Sr. Vice Commander), Charles Deming (Treasurer/Adjutant), Manuel Portillo (1st Jr. Vice Commander/Master At Arms), Reggie Price (District Commander), and Bryant Jamison (Commander).  Your DAV will be having a Mother’s Day Steak Dinner May 10, 2014 at the VFW post in Arenas Valley.  Tickets are out and about so pick up at least ten or so to help support the DAV and the much needed services it provides to our Veterans.  Phone orders can be placed the day of the event at 575-388-5214, or course walk-ins are welcome.  Be sure to keep a close eye out for upcoming events that the DAV will be hosting, and with your help, we will continue to provide vital services to our Veterans.  The DAV thanks you for all your support.

The following is a release from LifeQuest and Give Grande NM:

The Community Foundation Coalition of New Mexico is organizing Give Grande NM, a day of giving dedicated to supporting local causes. Give Grande NM is one of many giving days happening on May 6 as part of the national Give Local America event.

On May 6, 2014, donors will be able to donate directly to nonprofits working in their communities by visiting www.givegrandenm.org. Visitors to the site will also be able to search for nonprofits by name, city, geographic area, and cause and see in real-time what is raised across the state and for each nonprofit. Randy Royster, Executive Director of the Albuquerque Community Foundation, believes that “together we will send a message to the people of New Mexico…Giving is Good! Working together will make our state a better place.” Because Give Grande NM is one of many giving days being held across the country, it is likely to be part of the largest online fundraising event in history.

The Community Foundation Coalition is partnering with 345 nonprofits across the state to meet needs and connect people in the community with the causes they care about. The Coalition consists of the Albuquerque, Taos, Santa Fe, and New Mexico Community Foundations, as well as the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico.

“Give Grande New Mexico is an opportunity to highlight the culture of giving that has been a part of our state’s identity for hundreds of years. It’s a chance to show that everyone can be a philanthropist and that if we all pitch in together we can make a huge impact. Nonprofits are crucial to the health and well-being of our population and a critical part of our economy. Give Grande will generate even greater support for their important work” said Brian T. Byrnes, President & CEO of Santa Fe Community Foundation. “Every dollar will go further if you give on May 6.”

The Coalition is encouraging everyone in the community to be a philanthropist. “A lot of people think you have to be rich to give back, but even the smallest donation can make a big difference to nonprofits,” said Denise Gonzales, Give Grande NM Coordinator. “Give Grande NM is designed to make it easy for donors to connect with nonprofits via a secure and simple website.”

For more information about Give Grande NM and to see a list of the organizations who are participating you can logon to www.givegrandenm.org. The deadline for nonprofits to sign up to participate is March 31, 2014.

Silver City’s Tour of the Gila is still seeking volunteers and are requesting your help.  To learn how you can help, contact Michelle Geels, C0-director of Silver City’s Tour of the Gila, at 590-0203. 

Each year, Kiwanis clubs around the world join in a day of service. In 2014, Kiwanis One Day is April 5th. It’s a global effort, but it’s made of personal commitments. The Kiwanis Club of Silver City and The Kiwanis Key Club of Silver High School are inviting you to attend a Walk-a-thon to help Eliminate Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus, also called MNT.

Please join them on Saturday, April 5th from 8:30 to 12 Noon at the Silver High School Athletic Field Track, to Walk in order to Save lives all over the world. Just $1.80 saves a life of a child and it’s mother. Registration is just $6.00 (saves 3 lives) for Ages 12 and up AND $2.00 for Ages 12 and Under (saves one life).

Kiwanis and UNICEF joined forces to tackle iodine deficiency disorders, achieving one of the most significant public health successes of the 20th century. Now, they are eliminating MNT from the face of the Earth. And in doing so, the project will reach the poorest, most neglected mothers and babies with additional lifesaving health care. The end of this one disease means the beginning of better health for so many families.

All proceeds will go to Project Eliminate, and everyone is welcome to participate. So come out, save some lives and get some exercise! We will also be accepting donations if you decide not to walk. For More Information, call 575-538-3787 or 575-574-2543.