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Your monetary donations help our programs run and allow us to deliver maximum impact. All gifts stay local to assist children in West Texas & Southern New Mexico.
When you donate used clothing and household goods, we partner with our friends at Saver's Thrift Stores. Proceeds from this partnership benefit Candlelighters of West Texas & Southern New Mexico's various programs and events.
Corporate Giving
Sponsorships
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Candlelighters has several program sponsorship opportunities including:
- Camps for patients, siblings and the whole family.
- Adolescent/Young Adults (AYA) Program, including support groups and the annual AYA Conference.
- Walk of Hope, our annual walk honoring the lives of Candlelighters’ patients.
- Adopt a Family, giving back to families in need during the holiday season.
- Food pantry, local field trips, counseling and holiday celebrations.
Foundation Gifts
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Many of our programs and services are funded through grants. The main programs Candlelighters offers include:
- Financial Assistance
- Therapeutic Services
- Psychosocial Services
Volunteerism
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Candlelighters is always in need of volunteers!
If your friends and/or family members would like to give their gift of time, Candlelighters has many opportunities for volunteerism:
- Assisting with our weekly Food Pantry
- Office assistance and program prep.
- Summer Camp Volunteers/ Counselors
- Annual Walk of Hope
- Holiday celebrations, family gatherings and care package assembly.
To learn more about how you can support our organization, reach out to our CEO Melissa Atkins Wardy at melissa@candlelighterselp.org or call our office at 915.544.2222
When donating items consider the following:
Items We Can't Accept
- Weapons
- Explosives
- Hazardous Waste
- Construction Materials
- Flammable Products
- Large Appliances
- Automobile Parts
- Food
- Mattresses
- Box Springs
- Sofas