The AmeriCorps is a domestic volunteer program which administers the programs offered at the community resource centers. There are currently 10 AmeriCorps Volunteers In Service to America (VISTA) members. The volunteer members focus on encouraging citizen participation and community self-help. The county’s Health and Human Services Department is a program site sponsored by the non-profit SER de New Mexico, and under the leadership of the Corporation for National and Community Service. Melissa Lujan is currently the lead volunteer for the HHS department and can be reached with any questions or concerns at (505)525-5861 or HHS@donaanacounty.org.

The community centers are the outlet by which the VISTA program can serve the county and connect residents to its partners. In addition to the subsequently listed services, two major celebrations are scheduled annually: Día del niño in April, and Winter Celebrations in celebrations. There are five community centers located throughout the county that can be contacted by phone or mail. Look for further developments as the centers are brought online.

Provided through each of the centers, the AmeriCorps VISTAs offer