(505) 661-8015
Monthly Food Distribution is
2nd Friday of the month and the preceding Thursday.
Thursday, 5:30-7pm
Friday, 10:30-noon
at Bethlehem Lutheran Church,
2390 North Rd., Los Alamos
Actual dates are in another pull-down box on this site.
If you are a federal employee that has been furloughed or you have lost your SNAP benefits, AND you live in Los Alamos County, we can help.
You MUST register for the December food distribution by Dec. 7 by calling 505-661-8015 or on our website: lacaresnm.org. The next food distribution is Thursday, Dec. 11 from 5:30-7 pm. or Friday, Dec. 12 from 10:30-noon, at Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2390 North Rd., Los Alamos.
Tuesday, December 2 Is Giving Tuesday in Los Alamos
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Los Alamos Community Foundation (LACF) and sponsor Century Bank are encouraging people to consider giving to Los Alamos and Rio Arriba county nonprofit organizations through a single online giving platform – losalamosgives.org. “This year, many individuals and nonprofits are facing uncertainty and increased needs,” said Liz Martineau, LACF Executive Director. “We encourage donors to extend a helping hand through personal donations of time, funds, and food.”
“Century Bank is proud to support our community in partnership with the Los Alamos Community Foundation,” said Koryn M. Thrasher- Surbrook, Century Bank VP and Branch Manager. “Los Alamos Gives.org provides a way to connect community members with local nonprofits to offer streamlined assistance. As your local community bank, we are honored to champion this cause.” says Koryn M. Thrasher-Surbrook, Century Bank VP and Branch Manager.
Los Alamos Gives is a powerful “one-stop shop of giving” site where donors can learn about local nonprofit organizations and make donations to one or more with a single payment on a secure platform. Though focused on Giving Tuesday, the site is open throughout the year. The site is free to local nonprofit organizations thanks to sponsorship from Century Bank, and there are no fees from LACF to manage the site.
“Ultimately, the Los Alamos Gives campaign has several goals – to grow and diversify funding for nonprofits, to foster a greater sense of philanthropy in the community, and to inform the public about the positive impact local nonprofits have on our lives,” Martineau said. Martineau asked people to please consider giving to the organizations that you value in our community; even small gifts can make a difference. Your donations matter. They fund programs at PEEC, Self Help, Visiting Nurses, LA Cares, Art Center, Senior Center, Los Alamos Symphony, and many more organizations.” Anyone can donate. Simply click ‘donate’ at the losalamosgives.org main page and search for the organization(s) you want to support, then click ‘donate’ to give. Donations can be made via credit card and several online payment platforms.
Those wishing to volunteer their time can find a list of opportunities at VolunteerLosAlamos.org. Rotary Club, for example, has an opportunity for individuals, families, or groups to help pack meals on November 22. Visit the website to learn more about this and other volunteer opportunities. This web page is also free to local nonprofits, thanks to sponsorship from N3B. Shelf-stable food for LA Cares may be donated at various locations around town, including at the Community Foundation, which is located inside the Enterprise Bank and Trust building.
Thank you, Los Alamos, for helping our friends and neighbors!
LA Cares, Los Alamos' Food Pantry
Making a Difference in Our Community
LA Cares is an independent, 100% volunteer organization, supported solely through donations. LA Cares serves any needy person or family living in Los Alamos County.
Typical services offered are:
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Food boxes
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Assistance with rent and/or utilities up to a set dollar amount every twelve months
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Referrals to other agencies
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Networking with other service providers to better meet client needs
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LA Cares is a non-profit 501(c)(3) tax exempt corporation in New Mexico (#1681675) (EIN#85-0431802)
USDA Nondiscrimination Statement
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at:
http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:
Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Fax: (202) 690-7442; or
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
1400 Independence Avenue, SW Email: program.intake@usda.gov.
Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Contact LA Cares, New Mexico
LA Cares is managed by volunteers only; we do not have a physical office or designated hours. LA Cares can be reached at any of the following:
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Phone: (505) 661-8015 (leave a voicemail at anytime and your call will be returned between 9am-5pm)
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Email: lacaresnm@gmail.com
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Mailing Address: LA Cares, P.O. Box 248, Los Alamos, NM 87544
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Monthly Distribution at: 2390 N Rd, Los Alamos, NM 87544, USA
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