Our Mission
For those of us who have the great fortune of living in Santa Fe, the charm, beauty and uniqueness of our community are part of our everyday life. Despite the spectacular natural beauty, abundant art and prosperity, the children of Santa Fe County face problems otherwise only seen in inner cities in the United States. Poverty, poor healthcare and broken families create problems that many of our youth are never able to overcome.
IN SANTA FE COUNTY:
* 874 CHILDREN WERE IDENTIFIED AS HOMELESS
From April 1, 2008 to April 1, 2009
Santa Fe Public Schools ¡Adelante! Program
* 69.8% OF FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN (1-17) RECEIVE FOOD STAMPS
New Mexico Voices for Children Kids Count Data Book 2008
* 65.1% OF STUDENTS ARE RECEIVING REDUCED AND/OR FREE LUNCHES
New Mexico Voices for Children
* OVER 50% HIGH SCHOOL DROP OUT RATE IN SANTA FE HIGH SCHOOLS
santafe.com May 5, 2008
* 31.2% OF 9th – 12th GRADE STUDENTS USE ILLICIT DRUGS EACH MONTH
NM Department of Health
* 20.8% OF 9th – 12th GRADE STUDENTS ATTEMPTED SUICIDE IN 2005
2005 Santa Fe Public School Youth and Resiliency Survey
