September 10, 2010

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ALBUQUERQUE, NM—The New Mexico Commission for Community Volunteerism and its partners have sponsored and organized eight community “green project” events around the state of New Mexico in recognition of the September 11 (9/11) National Day of Service and Remembrance and as a kick off to the Season of Service which culminates with October 23 Make a Difference Day.

President Barack Obama has proclaimed September 11th as a National Day of Service and Remembrance. Core to the New Mexico Commission’s mission is engaging state residents in meeting the state's unmet needs. This year the focus will be on the environment; thus, the initial 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance Serve Outdoors Projects are planned for our state.

Commission Executive Director Webb said, “These community projects speak to the willingness of New Mexicans to roll up their sleeves and get involved in making our communities reflect the beauty of our Land of Enchantment.” Partnering with the New Mexico Commission are the Sierra Club, The Center for Philanthropic Partnerships, and We Serve, New Mexico, and together we have provided mini-grants (from $500 to $2,000) for eight “green projects” around the state. Applications were open to all interested organizations across the state, and this year we awarded mini-grants to eight organizations. A second round of mini-grants will be awarded for Make a Difference Day and will soon be available to support community-driven civic engagement activities to coincide with the Season of Service.

The following eight organizations have scheduled the following events to celebrate this special day of service and remembrance:

SOUTHERN NM ACTIVITY:
Court Youth Center

Two events are planned on September 11, 2010

1) Victory Garden
417 West Court Ave., Las Cruces, NM
(Location is the corner of Armijo and Court in the historic Alameda Neighborhood across from the Court Youth Center.)
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

2) 5000 Flowers Project
Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main Street, Las Cruces, NM
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Victory Garden: Prepare the Victory Garden for spring planting and create a number of visual art projects, including painting flower pots and a mural depicting the importance of community gardens modeled after the Victory Gardens of WWII.

5000 Flowers Project: Commemorative art exhibition.
Contact: Irene Oliver-Lewis, 575-647-2585

Deming Cesar Chavez Charter High School
315 East First Street, Deming, NM
September 17 (note the date)
Planting a school garden and greenhouse and xeriscaping the project area to beautify the campus.
Contact: Rogelio Villa IV, 575-544-8404, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Wellness Coalition
Bataan Memorial Park
(Located at the entrance to Fort Bayard just off Highway 180 and Fort Bayard Road.)
September 11, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Help build the Bataan Memorial Outdoor Classroom, write thank you letters to emergency responders and veterans, and help do other general parks clean up. Tools, materials, and supplies will be provided.
Contact: Courtney Coryell, 575-534-0665, ext. 206, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Casa de la Cultura
Viola Stone Mural Park, Santa Clara
September 11, 11:00 AM
Program (including Color Guard, opening remarks and prayers, dance, and gardening demonstrations) starts at 11:00 AM.
Contact: Maria Trillo, 575-519-9738; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

NORTHERN NM ACTIVITY:
Academy for Technology and the Classics
74 A Van Nu Po Road, Santa Fe 87508
September 11, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Outdoor projects to improve campus grounds, gardening, clean up, and outdoor construction.
Lunch will be provided.
Contact: Devin Ayers, 505-473-4282, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps
Camino Real Ranger Station, 15160 State Road 75, Penasco, NM 87553
September 11, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Trail maintenance (on Bear Mountain and Osha Canyon Trails) and repair.
Bring sturdy shoes, sunscreen, a hat, rain gear, and a water bottle. RMYC will provide gloves and tools.
Contact: Rosie, 575-751-1420 ext. 25 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

WESTERN NM ACTIVITY:
Teach for America
Four Corners Light Bulb Exchange
September 11, all day
Corps members will be going door-to-door in their teaching communities.
Contact: Nate Morrison, 505-863-2887, ext. 25107

CENTRAL NM ACTIVITY:
South Valley Preparatory School
2813 Gun Club Rd SW, Albuquerque
(South on Coors from Coors/Rio Bravo intersection)
September 11, 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Landscaping, planting. Water, coffee provided. Dignitaries invited: Senator Eric Griego, Bernalillo County Commissioner Art De La Cruz, and Commission Executive Director Greg Webb.
Charlotte Alderete-Trujillo, 505-222-5642

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The New Mexico Commission for Community Volunteerism is appointed by the New Mexico Governor. Its mission is “to engage citizens of New Mexico of all ages and backgrounds in community based service to address the state’s human, educational, environmental, public safety, health, housing, and other needs.”

CONTACT:
Greg Webb, Executive Director, NM Commission for Community Volunteerism
(505) 841.4841
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