Non-Profit Clubs & Organizations

AdFed - Advertising Federation of Las Cruces
Business leaders gather to discuss different topics weekly, with a guest speaker. Meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Museum. For more information email Jeanne Resendez at: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Alzheimer's Association
Provides support and services to persons with Alzheimer's disease, their families and caregivers.
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575-647-3868
1100 S. Main St., Suite 9

American Legion - Post 10
575-526-9139
1185 E. Madrid St.

Asombro Institute for Science Education
Home of the Chihuahuan Deset Nature Park. A non-profit organziation that hosts monthly events for
the public at the Nature Park and other educational opportunitities for people. Dedicated to increasing scientific literacy by fostering an understanding of the Chihuahuan Desert.  575-524-3344

Big Brothers Big Sisters
A local non-profit organization that provides one-to-one mentoring friendships to the youth of Doña Ana County.
575-523-9530

Binky Patrol of Las Cruces
An all volunteer national, non-profit organization that makes and distributes home made blankets to children born HIV+, drug-addicted, infected with AIDS or other chronic & terminal illnesses, those who are abused, in foster care or experiencing trama of any kind. Recipients are from infant to the age of 18 years old.
575-526-795
3025 Terrace Dr., Good Samaritan Village in the Social Center Conference Room 5

Border Book Festival
A non-profit organization promoting the writing of published and unpublished authors.
575-524-1499

CAFE Group
CAFE groups are local women support groups in Las Cruces and El Paso. CAFE offers free family counceling, weekly support sessions, a way to meet new friends and spiritual guidance. Groups are held on different days and times, Bilingual groups available. For more information please call 575-621-5736 or 575-639-0760 and leave a message.
Los grupos CAFE son grupos locales de apoyo paralas mujeres en Las Cruces y El Paso. Ofrecemos consejeria familiar, citas de apoyo semanles, y un modo para obtener nuevas amigas. Hay varios dias y tiempos para los grupos. Llame 575-621-5736 o 575-639-0760.

Camino de Vida
Camino de Vida Center for HIV Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive care to persons impacted by HIV/AIDS and to improving the health and awareness of the community through HIV/AIDS prevention. Camino de Vida is part of the New Mexico Department of Health's regional HIV Health Management Alliance, serving Catron, Doña Ana, Grant, Hidalgo, Luna, Otero, Sierra, Socorro, Lincoln, and Torrance counties. Several services are offered to those impacted by HIV/AIDS. In addition free, anonymous HIV testing is available as well as community awareness, education and prevention.
575-532-02025
2805 Doral Ct., Suite B

Doña Ana Camera Club
This is a group of photographers and people interested in photography who meet once a month on the third Tuesday at the Branigan Library.

Doña Ana County Historical Society
Mission: To Encourage and preserve the historical and cultural heritage of Southern New Mexico.
575-541-2155
500 N. Water St.

Families & Youth Inc.
Mission of FYI is to promote a safer, healthier community by assisting children & families in strengthening their relationships, preserving the family unit, establishing community partnerships, and enhancing the availability of human resources. Services include C.A.R.S., AmericCorps Program (alternative middle school), Child and Adult Care Food Program, Summer Food Services Program, Children's Safehouse of Las Cruces, Family Focus Program, Girls and Boys Group Homes, Health Education, Prevention and Intervention Programs, Home-Based Treatment Programs, JCC Program, Home Detention/Electronic Monitoring, Nurturing Program, Runaway Shelter/Transitional Living Program, Treatment Foster Care, L.E.A.D.S, and Youth Employment Success Program. The program has a teen shelter, a juvenile drug court, and has a role in social services.
575-522-4004
1320 S. Solano

Jardin de los Niños
Provides family centered child care in a safe, healthy, nurturing environment for children ages six weeks to ten years who are homeless or near homeless. Assistance is offered to their families in finding and using community resources to enable them to work, finish school, or pursue training. Jardin de los Niños works to involve and educate the community of the needs of homeless families.
575-522-2111

Junior League of Las Cruces
The Junior League of Las Cruces, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteer. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. The Junior League of Las Cruces is dedicated to promoting the health and welfare of children in Doña Ana County. Our resources are dedicated to literacy, children's wellness and caregiver education. JLLC is committed to fulfilling the needs of members through training opportunities, membership development and participation in quality volunteer opportunities.
575-524-4725

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
We're Here to Help! If you or someone you love has recently been diagnosed with type 1 (juvenile) diabetes, we at JDRF can help. Our Online Diabetes Support Team (ODST) is made up of JDRF volunteers who have "been there" and are available to offer you immediate, one-on-one support. We also provide loads of practical info about diabetes and its management

Keep New Mexico Beautiful
Official non-profit statewide clearinghouse for litter control and beautification of New Mexico.
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575-883-5559

La Mesa Sports Association
Manages and schedules games at La Mesa Baseball Park. Men's softball games are held every Sunday. Youth baseball programs in effect.
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575-233-3785

Las Cruces 4 Wheel Drive Club
We are dedicated to the advancement of 4 wheeling in and around our area. We participate in all types of 4 wheeling activities, from mild to wild. We encourage proper use of the environment, including Tread Lightly. We work closely with other entities (the BLM, other clubs, and various agencies) in order to keep our lands clean and open to the public. We have some of THE BEST 4 wheeling in the country, and we need to preserve it. Las Cruces 4 Wheel Drive Club is a member of the Southwest Four Wheel Drive Association, and the United Four Wheel Drive Association. These two groups have done much to promote safe and responsible 4 wheeling, plus they actively pursue the public land issues.

Las Cruces Aquatic Team
For young competitive swimmers.

Las Cruces Car Council
The unifying voice for car hobbies in the Mesilla Valley meet the first Tuesday of each month at 7pm at My Brother's Place restaurant. Contact Rob Sharp for information: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Las Cruces Newcomers Association
Let us help make your relocation to Las Cruces much easier. We know it's hard to know whom to trust when you're new. We're confident that you'll find our referrals trustworthy and very helpful in reducing the stress of moving to Las Cruces. After you arrive in your new home, call us for your Free Welcome Gift Package!

League of Women Voters of Greater Las Cruces
A nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influence public policy through education and advocacy.

March of Dimes
The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. With chapters nationwide and its premier event, March for Babies, the March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies.               575-523-2627 

Mesilla Valley Film Society
Screening the finest independent and foreign films in Southern New Mexico.
575-524-8287

Mesilla Valley Habitat for Humanity
A Habitat for Humanity Affiliate, serving the Greater Las Cruces area. This organization has given a hand up rather than a hand out to 61 new home owners in the Las Cruces community and are in the process of building 6 more home this year Habitat for Humanity is an international, non-profit Christian housing ministry dedicated to eliminating poverty housing. We build homes in partnership with families in need.

Mesilla Valley Hospice
Mesilla Valley Hospice joins families throughout Doña Ana County who need assistance with end of life care. If you or your loved one has been diagnosed as terminally ill, you may be aware that declining health is leading towards the end of life. This type of illness can be managed by our professionals, bringing you peace, comfort and compassion while answering your questions and meeting your needs. Your family, your wishes, your comfort, in your home. That’s our job. It is a non-profit organization that depends on the generosity of the community through volunteer programs &charitable Doñations (tax deductible).
299 E. Montana
575-523-4700

Mesilla Valley Mustang & Ford Club
Meets the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm at The Pit Stop Cafe on Motel Blvd. Contact Rob Sharp for information at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Mesilla Valley Search & Rescue
The Mesilla Valley Search and Rescue Canine, Horse, and Ground Team, Inc. is a non-profit, volunteer organization based in Las Cruces, NM, whose purpose is to search for lost individuals in a variety of wilderness settings. Volunteers needed! We have several different teams within MVSAR, including the Ground Team, the Dog Team, the ATV Team, and the Communications Team. Each of these teams contains individuals with specialized skills that are required for a variety of different search scenarios.

Mothers & More - Las Cruces Chapter
Mothers & More is an international not-for-profit organization supporting sequencing women - mothers who have altered their career paths in order to care for their children at home.
The Las Cruces, New Mexico chapter of Mothers & More was established in 1996. Benefits of membership include: Monthly organizational meetings, Playgroups, Mom’s Nite Out, Book Group, Family Holiday Parties, Monthly Newsletter, Annual Weekend Family Trip, Community Advocacy Projects, Local and National web sites, Leadership opportunities both locally and nationally

New Mexico Wildlife Federation
The New Mexico Wildlife Federation is New Mexico’s first and most effective conservation advocate. We are dedicated to protecting New Mexico’s wildlife, habitat, and outdoor way of life.
Phone: 575-299-5404
2921 Carlisle Blvd NE, Suite 200-J, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Organ Mountain Technical Rescue Squad (OMTRS)
OMTRS is a volunteer search and rescue team based in Las Cruces, NM. Team members specialize in technical rope rescue, mountaineering, cave rescue, and ground search. We rely solely on volunteers from the community and we are always looking for individuals who are up to the challenges and rewards that search and rescue has to offer.  If you have the courage to make a difference, come join our team.
575-642-4080

Rotary of Las Cruces Las Cruces Club
Meets Wednesdays at noon year round at the Best Western Mesilla Valley For additional information call John Pickett at 575-522-0828.

Mesilla Valley Rotary Club
The Mesilla Valley Club is a Rotarian Club that meets Thursdays at 6:30am year round at the Best Western Mesilla Valley. For additional information call 575-640-3132.

Rio Grande Rotary
The Rotary Club of Las Cruces Rio Grande Club (#1310) is an active group of men and women who meet at 11:45am every Tuesday year round at the Best Western Mesilla Valley. It is a growing club who enjoy each other's company and participate enthusiastically in club business. Members are encouraged to take active roles in club leadership and in service projects that benefit the Las Cruces community. Rio Grande Rotary also sponsors social activities and offers opportunities for member to volunteer their services. For additional Rotary Club information call Loren Kuehne at 575-640-0907.

Toast Masters Clubs of Las Cruces helps people get ahead in life by helping them develop effective oral communication skills.  Toastmasters show individuals how to listen effectively, think on their feet and speak confidently.  Individuals also learn valuable leadership skills -all in a supportive, non-intimidating environment. Visit our Toastmasters club and see what Toastmasters training will do for you!

• Gene's Gesters Toastmasters Club 2984-  meets Tuesday Mornings at 6:30 am at the Good Samaritan. Contact Bob Paul at 524-1515.
• Las Cruces Toastmasters-  meets Wednesdays at 7:00 pm at the Braningan Public Library
• Las Chismosos Toastmasters-  meets Thursdays 12:00 pm at NMSU Campus-Physical Science Lab (PSL)at intersection of Steward and Espina contact 805-2153
• Las Aguilas Toastmasters -en español meets Wednesdays from 12:00 - 1:00 pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church - Finley Hall -Room 106 Phone 382-3351
•  Desert Basin Club-  meets Tuesdays 6:00 -7:00 pm at Alamogordo Physical Therapy Center (Junction of Washington & 10th St).  Contact Angie Palmer (505) 921-4767

VFW Post #6917
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575-382-9703
5845 Bataan Memorial

Animal Groups

City of Las Cruces Animal Control
The City of Las Cruces Animal Control provides services to the residents of Las Cruces by enforcing the Municipal Code pertaining to animals. The mission of the City of Las Cruces Animal Control is to ensure a better quality of life to both the residents and their pets by delivering high quality, responsive and cost-effective animal control services. Its mission is accomplished by enforcing animal control laws, compassionate service to animals and their owners.
575-528-4100 or 575-526-0795
1085 Medpark Dr

Dog Obedience Club of Las Cruces
The Dog Obedience Club of Las Cruces (DOCLC), licensed by the American Kennel Club, is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of all breeds of dogs and to the strengthening of the canine-human bond in our community. The DOCLC has three main focus areas: obedience, agility, and therapy dogs. 
575-527-3983

Doña Ana County Animal Control
Our mission is to provide efficient and quality service to the citizens of Doña Ana County by providing protection for them and their property from the dangers and nuisances caused by stray animals, to protect pets from the cruelty they may face from irresponsible citizens, and to educate the public in the responsibilities of pet ownership, animal control, care, and welfare.
575-525-8846
845 Motel Blvd

Doña Ana County Humane Society Inc.
The Doña Ana County Humane Society (DACHS) is a non-profit organization incorporated in 1955 to enhance the quality of life in our community by encouraging the humane treatment of all living things. The DACHS supports the belief that all forms of animal life have an intrinsic value worthy of considerations. The DACHS contracts with the City of Las Cruces and Doña Ana County to operate the Animal Shelter, where housing and care are provided for all stray and unwanted animals. Adoptable animals are available to responsible homes at an adoption fee that includes the cost of spaying and neutering. We encourage the enactment and enforcement of effective ordinance for the benefit of animals and the community.
575-526-0795
3551 Bataan Memorial West

Humane Society of Southern New Mexico                                 The Humane Society of Southern New Mexico is a non-profit, member based organization dedicated to saving the lives of animals by developing and sustaining a community coalition of the many programs and organizations in our area that work to promote animal welfare.
No one organization can achieve this goal alone. The only true solution is to work together.

Humane Society of the United States

Las Cruces Reptile Rescue
Dedicated to conservation of all reptiles and amphibians, the LCRR will safely & humanely remove reptiles from your home or property. LCRR also provides educational presentations for schools, as well as venomous snake safety seminars for businesses in Las Cruces.
575-373-1486

Pet Finder - Doña Ana County Humane Society
Has several different functions, from adopting a pet in the Doña Ana Community to posting classified ad about missing or found pet. From the comfort of your own home, pet seekers enter their search criteria, such as size, gender, breed and age, and get back a list of adoptable pets ranked in proximity to the searcher's Zip code. Updated continuously by the animal welfare volunteers and staff themselves, the Web site gives potential adopters a photograph, a description of the animal and contact information.

Pet Food Recall
Due to the recent Pet Food Recall this link is provided for you to check your pet foods and check nutritional information.

Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary
This organization is designed to shelter abused and abandoned pets. We practice a no-kill policy, so needy pets can have a place to call home either temporary or permanent. Those who are not adopted will live out their lives at Safe Haven. Non-profit organization that depends on the generosity through Doñations.
575-527-4544

Snap-Spay and Neuter Southwest New Mexico
The Mission of SNAP is to reduce pet overpopulation (shelter euthanasia) by preventing excess litters of dogs and cats. SNAP facilitates low-cost spay/neuters for pets coming from qualifying, low income households in Southern New Mexico. SNAP is a registered 501(c) (3) non-profit organization funded by individual members, businesses, grants, and client co-pays.  Located inside Better Life Pet Foods, 365 Avenida de Mesilla in Las Cruces. 575-524-9265

Veterinarians in Las Cruces