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SCHEDULE OFEVENTSThe Breakfast of Champions is more than just a fundraiser—it’s a celebration ofthe power and spirit of the New Mexico community coming together to fulfill avision that changes lives. This dream is bold, but with the heart and support ofour community, it’s a dream within reach.CHECK-INBREAKFAST & NETWORKINGWHAT IS HUMAN TRAFFICKING?CLIENT STORYAWARDEESTHE ASKTHANK YOU!At the Breakfast of Champions, wecelebrate the incredible impact you’vemade over the past year and lookahead, hand-in-hand, to the goals we’llachieve together in the year to come.Thank you for being a true Champion,standing by the survivors we have theprivilege to serve every single day!

Brian Colón, a proud lifelong New Mexican raised in Valencia County, has dedicated his life toserving and protecting the most vulnerable members of his community. As the first in his family to earnboth an undergraduate degree in finance from New Mexico State University and a law degree fromThe University of New Mexico School of Law, Brian has built a remarkable career that spans nearly aquarter of a century. Currently, he is the Managing Partner of Singleton Schreiber’s New Mexicooffices, where his fearless leadership has driven significant growth, expanding the firm to seven officesstatewide. The firm now specializes in various legal fields, including wrongful death, personal injury,medical malpractice, environmental law, and more.Before his role at Singleton Schreiber, Brian served as the State Auditor of New Mexico, where hemade a profound impact by establishing an oversight and accountability unit to protect individuals inconservatorships. Under his leadership, the State Auditor’s Office achieved its largest recovery inhistory, securing over $13 million for seniors overcharged by insurance intermediaries.A passionate servant leader, Brian is deeply committed to his community, serving on numerous boardsand volunteering tirelessly to help New Mexico reach its full potential. Known for his dedication tomentoring young professionals, Brian’s influence is felt far and wide. As one admirer aptly put it, “Somefolks collect baseball cards, Brian Colón collects mentees who he lifts up on a daily basis.ABOUT THE EMCEE

everyA L O N G S I D EH E A L I N G S T E PHuman trafficking work is holistic and requires support for the long haul. It’s so much more than a person leavinga trafficking situation. Survivors need ongoing support to reclaim their futures. Many are dealing with deepemotional and physical scars, navigating the trauma of their past while trying to forge a new path forward. Theyare resilient, but the journey to freedom is long.EJustice worksbeyond the crime,empoweringsurvivors to movepast theirexploitation and livethe lives they choosefor themselves.The New Mexico Dream Center believes that true justice goesbeyond ending the crime—it means standing alongside survivors asthey rebuild. We are committed to walking this journey with them,meeting urgent needs like safe housing, food, and therapy whileempowering them to regain control of their lives.You who are here today are crucial to this mission. By standingalongside every healing step, you are helping to transform lives andoffer hope where it is needed most. Together, we can ensure thatsurvivors not only survive but thrive.very day in New Mexico, survivors of human trafficking face the daunting challenge of rebuilding their lives.

NM DREAM CENTERThis program works withpeople who are traffickingsurvivors and provides themwith the following:Transitional HousingCase managementTransportationOther Material ResourcesEliza Jane Stability ShelterSpoken ForThis program is a drop-incenter for youth experiencinghomelessness. It is designed toprevent predatory trafficking ofunhoused teens and includesthe following:A safe, non-judgmentalspace for restorationFood & clothingShowers & toiletriesThe HarbourA program to engage perceivedtrafficking survivors/victims &youth experiencinghomelessness:Street outreachSeasonal outreachLocation specific outreachThis community awarenessprogram provides presentationson youth homelessness &human trafficking-relatedtopics around the state of NewMexico.Outreach AwarenessNew Mexico Dream Center utilizes volunteers in a variety of ways acrossthe organization. We rely on volunteers to help us in practical ways suchas cleaning as well as working side by side with clients. We are sure thatthere is a place for you. We have many opportunities open right nowsuch as Friday evening outreach, assistance with Harbour youthsupervision, and reception duties.VolunteeringPROGRAMSGET INVOLVEDfind ways toget involved

12MillionThe estimated number of people whoare victims of forced labor worldwideat any given time.HIDDENChild labor trafficking in theU.S. threatens vulnerableyouth, with 58% from othercountries and 42% C R I S I SAmerican citizens, according to a new studybacked by the National Institute of Justice.of traffickingvictims will everget out1%FACTLabor trafficking happens inthe U.S. and other developedcountries but is less frequentlyreported than sex trafficking.14.5 to 17.5THOUSANDthe estimated number of peopletrafficked into the United Stateseach year to perform bonded orforced labor

2024 New Mexico Dream Center’s fallfundraiser, the Breakfast ofChampions raises funds to enableus to walk alongside traffickingsurvivors throughout the year.These contributions empower theNew Mexico Dream Center toprovide the vital support survivorsneed to reclaim their lives andbuild a brighter future.Held this year at the Isleta CasinoGolf Course, this event was morethan just a round of golf. Withimpactful statistics at every hole,participants were reminded of thedifference their support makes. Thefunds raised help us walk alongsidesurvivors on their journey to healing.2023 Breakfast of ChampionsSwing Into ActionGolf TournamentEVENTSImpact:: $52,968 Impact:: $44,390

2024 This all-female networking event aims to help women connect withother women who share a passion, drive, and vision for a better state.The New Mexico Women’s Collaborative seeks to empower women toget involved in their passion areas and collaborate for collectiveimpact. We can do much more together than we can alone. Together,we can create waves of change and leave a legacy of empowermentfor generations to come!EVENTSNM Woman’s Collaborative2024 New Initiative

2024 THANK YOU!PARTNEREVENTS100 WOMENALBUQUERQUEawareness & fundraiser eventINTERNATIONALFEMALE MOTORCYCLERIDERSNew Mexico Ride andRaffle FundraiserALBUQUERQUE METROCRIME STOPPERSDonation DriveALBUQUERQUE WHISKYSOCIETYRaffle Fundraiser at theirWomen's Tasting EventAPARTMENT ASSOCIATIONOF NEW MEXICOawareness & fundraiser eventCOMMERCIAL ASSOCIATIONOF REALTORS NMgolf tournamentALBUQUERQUE COMMUNITYFOUNDATIONawareness & fundraiser event

After retiring, Bruce Gronseth found a new calling in supporting the NewMexico Dream Center. He became a vital part of NMDC’s operations,lending his skills as a handyman, maintenance expert, and all-aroundproblem solver. Bruce’s dedication extends to the upkeep of transitionalhousing apartments, the Eliza Jane House shelter, and the Harbour, where hisefforts have made a significant impact on the lives of human traffickingsurvivors. Bruce’s kindness and willingness to tackle any challenge have beena blessing to the clients and staff alike, embodying the spirit of service andcompassion that drives the New Mexico Dream CenterVolunteer AwardBruce GronsethDefender AwardAdam ArellanoSpecial Agent Adam Arellano, with over 20 years of experience in lawenforcement, serves with the New Mexico Department of Justice. For thepast eight years, Adam has been dedicated to investigating childexploitation, labor trafficking, and sex trafficking across New Mexico. Heis deeply involved in training law enforcement, school personnel, andcommunity members on human trafficking awareness. Adam collaborateswith federal, state, and local agencies to combat human trafficking whileensuring that survivors receive the care and support they need. Hiscommitment to a holistic approach helps bridge the gap between lawenforcement and service providers, fostering a stronger, morecompassionate response to human trafficking in our state.2024 CHAMPIONSThe mission of the Apartment Association of New Mexico (AANM) is to empower,promote, preserve, and advance the rental housing industry in New Mexicothrough innovative education, advocacy, legislation, and communication. Foundedin 1979, AANM is a private non-profit trade organization that represents over 875members and more than 70,000 rental units across the state. AANM is dedicatedto fostering professionalism and career development within the industry whileadvocating for legislative efforts that benefit property owners, investors, andresidents. With an unwavering commitment to affordable and enjoyableapartment living, AANM members play a vital role in shaping the future of NewMexico’s rental housing landscape, ensuring a brighter future for the communitythey serve.Community AwardApartment Association of NM

Genevieve Chavez, from the Pueblo of Santa Ana, is a devoted mother of fourand grandmother of ten. Her deep love for her family fuels her commitment toher work as the Program Manager for the Education and Advocacy againstSex Trafficking (EAST) Program at First Nations Community Healthsource inAlbuquerque. With over 21 years of experience in direct client care,Genevieve has dedicated her life to serving survivors of human trafficking,domestic violence, and sexual assault. Her compassionate approach andtireless efforts to find resources for those in need have made a profounddifference in the lives of many. Genevieve also serves on the NM Murderedand Missing Indigenous People (MMIP) Task Force, NM Human TraffickingTask Force, and the Sex Trafficking Allied Response Team, contributing hervast experience and deep compassion to these critical causes.Small Miracles AwardGenevieve ChavezMiracle Award Kyle OrrIn 2021, the New Mexico Dream Center faced the challenge of expanding itstransitional housing program to better support victims and survivors of humantrafficking. Finding a landlord willing to accommodate the uniquecircumstances these clients face can be difficult. However, the Dream Centerwas fortunate to meet Kyle Orr, who, along with his family, owns severalproperties. Kyle’s willingness to provide housing for those in need, despite themany hurdles involved, has been a true blessing. His commitment to this causeexemplifies the spirit of community and compassion that is essential to the workof the New Mexico Dream Center. Without the support of dedicated individualslike Kyle Orr and his family, the Dream Center’s mission would not be possible.Toya Kaplan is the founder of “For the One,” an organization born from her ownexperiences of childhood abuse. Motivated by a desire to protect childrenfrom exploitation, Toya has dedicated herself to preventing the horrors of sextrafficking and sexual exploitation before they occur. From 2015 to 2020, sheworked directly with victims and survivors, witnessing firsthand the lifelongimpact of these crimes. In 2020, she launched the “Vulnerable No More”campaign, focused on educating and empowering children and communities tostay ahead of predators. Through free events and presentations, Toya and herteam expose the tactics used by traffickers and provide families with the toolsthey need to protect themselves. Her unwavering commitment is a beacon ofhope, inspiring others to join the fight against child exploitation.Woman of Influence AwardToya Kaplan

Thank you!TO OUR DONORS & SUPPORTERSAaron AlanenAaron HuberABQ MomAlbertsonsMarketAlbuquerque Community FoundationAlbuquerque Rotary ClubAlexandra LoweryAlexis HendersonAlexis Sugar GarciaAlice TozerAlicia CarterAlicia CordovaAllison WhittenAltrusaAlyssa SkrepcinskiAmanda (Cashapp)Amanda KranickAmanda StevensonAmber SpellmanAmerican Online Givingameriprise financialAmy JenschkeAmy LeischnerAndrea GibsonAndrea JanuskiewiczAndres MontoyaAndres SalasAndrew SalasAndrew VigilAngela BacaAngela DavisAngelina MigizishikAnna BrodyAnna StovallAnne BatemanAnne E McKinneyAnne Merkley and John MerkleyANNE SCHWEBKEAnthony & Jaren GravagneApartment Conference and TradeshowArlen and LaDonna WeishuhnArroyo Del Oso Properties CArthur Hull IIAshlea HannamannAshleigh and Jeff CurryAshley ProcterBaitz Revocable Trust- Charlene BaitzBank of Albuquerque AdjustmentBarbara BurkdollBarbara ChaseBarry AbtBCSOBecky SwanstrumBenjamin FriedmanBert and Marta ParnallBeth ShaverBetsy EverettBetty LansdowneBHC Vendor PaymentBiker RallyBill.comBirga Alden CBlue Bell CreameriesBlueC ross Blue Shield of New MexicoBosque Brewing Co.Brandon MaloneyBrendan BurdockBrenna HendricksBrian ColonBrian GrinderBridget HerreraBruce FarmerBruce MalmCAC INCCaci CooperCalvary Chapel Rio Grande ValleyCammy CookCampus Specialties, Inc.Carletta BradleyCarolyn and Joe SpexarthCassandra CooperCedar Springs ChurchCenter for Actionand Contemplation, IncCentral Consolidated School DistrictCentric Title and EscrowCharlotte BreedenChase A JohnsonChris and Steph EitingChris SpeisChrist United Methodist ChurchChristopher and Angela EberlingChurch AliveCity of Albuquerque (C)CoraLee BaughmanCorianne and Allen BassettD Brent and Pamela BurkettDaniel IngramDaniel SnyderDaniel WarrenDaniela Romo RamicDaniela VillanuevaDanielle CulverDario GonzalesDave and Kelly KouryDavid and Margi WintermuteDavid and Vicki SevieriDavid Ben RomeroDavid D. Hill and Rhonda B HillDavid DropinskiDavid HammittDavid MeyersDavid NobleDavid PercivalDavid SmithDavid StamperDavid WeichbrodtDebra Bohler (C)Dennis & Terri BarnesDennis LatourelleDesert Moon PropertiesDiana AlexisDiana GarciaDiane MixDiane MooreDianne NielsenDianne YossDiversified Improvement Contractors, LLCDM AndersonDonald Curtis BayDoris SmithDorothy MontanoDouglas PetersDr. Allen Adolphe and Marjorie AdolpheDwelling ConsultantsECHO PaymentEd and Mary Pat CookElevate PHWElizabeth and Dennis SchmidtElizabeth EdgrenEllen WilseyEmily KotsyEmily ThrasherEmmanual ChapelEvan StewartFidelity Charitable FundFidelity Investment Grant Payment SystemForest HutchinsonFreedom Auto Sales,LLCFrida QuinonezFundaxiGarrett ChambersGary BlankenshipGary FaussGavin JewellGene Ann HerrinGeneral MillsGenevieve HawkGinger HuntleyGloria Lynn Etheridge-MasseyGrace Outreach CenterGrapevine Givinggroup health and employer insurance servicesGrubhub Holdings INCHannah BellHarvest ChurchHayley NationsHazel W. SchmidtHick & Co.,LLCHope Evangelical FreeChurchHussam AmerIda DavisIntegrative Soul CareJack and Charlene CurryJack E PetryJack SkinnerJacob Rasmussen and Amy TangJake SkinnerJames and CathyJonesJames LefeverJan StolzeJane E PenrodJanet OlfertJanice LairdJanice RamosJanice SalazarJaqi BaldwinJason BeallJason DickensonJason KimberlyJean and James MakaJeanette MaxwellJeannie RandolphJeffrey MoonJennifer K LamontJerry RotanJesika UlibarriJesselynn LuceroJessica DummJessica JohnsonJessica TafoyaJim StephensJim VentreJoanne EekhoffJoe SierraJoel and Karen MohonJohn and Joyce WolfeJohn and Julia BeachJohn and Pat AngellJohn GarciaJohn J ChavezJohn KayJohn PernerJohn RomeroJohn ValentineJoletha SturdyJoseph ChaconJudi MorrisJudie CantrillJuliana AstrachanJuliet CorleyJustin HazenJustin PearsonK M SanchezKaplan Hope FoundationKara CarrollKara SkeberdisKathleen CantwellKathryn SanchezKathy MontanoKatrina WarrenKeith and Virginia RivenbarkKel's Consulting LLCKen ComeeKendra L MontanariKenny WangKesselman JonesKim SmithKimberly SanchezKing-Porter FoundationKirk GoebelKory ChandlerKris MartinKristin SchuetzKristy StickrodKrysta OronaLacey and Bundy DolneyLarry and Shirley LeeLarry D OstremLaura GreerLaura Leigh PaskusLaure VothLauren MurphyLauren RatliffLauri EbelLea-Marie SkyLee BaldwinLeo LuceroLeonard BacaLeonard Gale Beebe and JackieArloa BeebeLes and Kim CumifordLesley CumminsLifting Up ConnectionsLiliana CastilloLinda GrassmanLisa Godin and Ray TwohigLisa J and Brett M LockeLisa PoeLiving Word Christian OutreachLiz BassLori GriegoLori RoweLowes - VLuke TuriLynette KarulkarMagellan Behavioral HealthMarcella R Bentley SalmonMarcellino CrespinMariah GarciaMarilyn MaxwellMario BurgosMark GonzalesMark MahoneyMark PardoMark SpauldingMarlyn MaxwellMarni GoodrichMarsha BryantMary HaskinsMary LealMatthew BuddriusMatthew FilerMatthew MonteMcKensey BainbridgeMegan HackerMegan SpeckMei-En ChengMeica HattersMelissa Valles-RelyeaMichael D MuldawerMichael E MelineMichael ShaverMichael Vallejos' Farm Raised Beef and PorkMichele PlatisMichelleCortezMichelleKleinMike TraftonMildred Langston IRAMission Hill ApartmentsMocksicated PodcastMonica and TylerJordanMountainside United Methodist ChurchMyrna BrownNader ZakiNakomis DwellingsNancy D BlaugrundNancy SweetNancy Tipton ErvinNaomi DuranNatalie McglameryNathan BrownNational Association of Social Workers (C)National Christian Foundation- New MexicoNetwork For GoodNew City ChurchNew Mexico Child First NetworkNew Mexico Conference United Methodist WomenNew Mexico Immigrant Law CenterNorthwestern MutualOffice Max (c)Onyx or Elizabeth CarterOPERATIONSACCT VERIFYPamela Renay MoyaPat Birmingham or Marcia BirminghamPatricia WalkerPatrick StarkeyPaul and Olowan De HerreraPaycor (C)Peggy and David ReyesPeggy BaillioPhilip DominguezPhyllis SchmidtPinewood Estates (c)PNM (Refund)RACHEL COXRamona Chavez-BlandRandy TrujilloReal Estate 79 Team and Directors MortgageRebekah LongstreetRelentless Real EstateRichard M Schuzle FamilyFoundationRichard TafoyaRichelleWrightRick and TerryHarrisRick FeldkampRingRob and MarlieThomas

2023 Organizations Trained with NMDCHere are the orgs for this past year who havebeen trained:Rape Crisis CenterUnited Nations 17 - Albuquerque BranchAlbuquerque Community SafetyLincoln County Community Health CouncilLocker 505Gordon Barnell School100 Women AlbuquerqueAPD Victim AdvocatesGreater ABQ & Lodging AssociationGarfield Middle SchoolWilson Middle SchoolSierra County Behavioral Health CollaborativeNew Mexico International SchoolWashington Middle SchoolRobert F Kennedy High SchoolMetropolitan Detention CenterLas Cruces Public School CounselorsGovernor's Hospitality ConferenceDelta Sigma ThetaCNM Community Outreach Sandia Presbyterian Missions GroupUNM Medical GroupDowntown Public Safety GroupChavez County WorkersApartment Association of New MexicoNative Women's Gaming ConferenceAlbuquerque Community FoundationCABQ - Summer of Nonviolence InitiativeBernalillo County Fentanyl OutreachGrants, NM Fentanyl OutreachNew Mexico Social Work ConferenceRob GetzRobert BeckhamRobert C andCarol A SiegristRobert GoughRobert HeiserRosemaryPadillaRoslynn GallegosRossRoss and RosaPynesRusty KellerryansubjectiveSalt and LightEye CareSandia Laboratory Federal Credit UnionSandia Presbyterian ChurchSandia ToyotaSandra K andDaniel PinoSarah BiondiSarah Elizabeth TosoGeuderSarah MoultonSarah RoundtreeScott HarrisonSelena VargasShannon Morrison - CSHARED HOPE INTERNATIONAL - REFUNDSharon HendersonShaun GrossmanSheldon Family TrustShelley & DanReppSingletonSchreiberSonora HollandSophia M BowersSouthwestOffice SolutionsState Employee's CreditUnionStephanie StevensonStephen Davenport andMegan OsborneSteven and Margaret BuelowSteven SobolikSusan AllardiceSusan FerriSusan RiveraSusan StocumSuzanne StormentSuzy GreenSylvia GarciaTamara NugentTanya HarwoodTarget (c)Tarrae LeineTarrae Levine-FausnaughTeddy Bear Preschool and DaycareTeela CurtisTema FurnitureTeresa GomezTeri Vasquez HatcherTerrenceRevoTerri WellsThe Bougie BrieThe Church of Jesus Christof Latter DaySaintsThe Ngo FamilyThe Printing GuyStore - CThomas and Katherine AlsbrooksThomas NewkirkTidmore ChristineTimothy and Elizabeth JaniorsTobi CornellTod MuxworthyToken Ibis, Inc.Tom HallTory WittTricia HeischTrisha GriffinUKOGF Foundation PaymentsUNIRAC IncUnited Way of Central NewMexicoValerie RomeroValerie VillanuevaVanguardVictoria VelardeVince and CherylBoninoVince ClarkVincent CardonaVineyardChurch of NorthAlbuquerqueVisitingAngelsVizientWalmart SupercenterWander ProjectWaterRockWealth ManagementWendy DelucaWesley LinamWilliam DuffeyWilliam LohrWomens Bible StudyLivesayYearout MechanicalZ Properties, Inc.Individual, corporate, and group organizations who made monetary contributions 8/23- 8/24are recognized in this publication. Every effort has been made to accurately list donors.Corrections or comments regarding this list are welcome and appreciated.Shout out to ourTop Partners!King Porter FoundationCampus Specialties

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NMDC 2023 Board & StaffTreasurerMike PattengaleHeritage PropertiesMembers of the BoardChris EberlingAdvanced Business ServicesPresidentMichelle CortezABQ FacilitationVice PresidentJoseph ChaconCQ RealitySecretaryShelley ReppNM Dream CenterStaffShelley ReppCEOBirga AldenCCO & CommunityOutreach CoordinatorAbby McClellandCOO & Director ofProgrammingAnney SnyderClinical DirectorBoard of DirectorsDenise CastilloFacility MaintenanceAshley BabiniecEliza Jane AssistantProgram Manager Cynthia GomezFront Desk OfficeAdministratorAmanda JaramilloLead Case ManagerHeidi ArmesEliza Jane Care CoordinatorEmma HinesDirect Outreach Coordinator Shaun CoxHarbour StaffAlicia BallardEliza Jane Support StaffSonora Holland Finance SpecialistSarah BadillaEliza Jane Support StaffJaline MarquezEliza Jane Support StaffJessica OrrHarbour Case Manager and ElizaJane Support StaffMichelle RamirezEliza Jane Program Manager Alondra SaenzEliza Jane Support Staff

New Mexico DreamCenter has the dreamof one day no longerbeing needed.Our VisionOur MissionThe mission of NMDC is to provide a 360°strategic approach to address humantrafficking in New Mexico through preventionactivities, outreach to victims, services forsurvivors, and a support system for clients intheir self-determination.

126 General Chennault St. NEAlbuquerque, NM 87123info@nmdreamcenter.org(505) 900-3833NM Dream Center is a 501(c)(3)nonprofit organization EIN: 81-2479184ways to give today

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