Young Professional Philanthropists

The CASA First Young Professional Philanthropists (“YPP”) is a cohort of
compassionate young professionals, ages 22 to 40-ish, who support CASA First’s mission
to ensure local children who have experienced trauma are safe and supported.

YPP Membership Application

Are you between the ages of 22 and 40-ish, and living in Northern New Mexico?

YPP may be for you if you want to:

  • Become acquainted with our community's challenges and needs, especially within the child and family welfare system
  • Help gather resources to help improve the lives of children and youth in your community
  • Help host yearly fundraisers, toy/supply drives, and other events
  • Form long-lasting community and network in Santa Fe + greater Northern New Mexico region 
  • Engage in space where business partnerships, connections & cooperative projects may emerge
  • Have fun, grow together, and create a more compassionate, visible, and impactful community of young professionals
  • Develop strong leadership skills and experience
  • Create alliances with other frontline social service professionals

Above all, you will be helping to make a difference in the lives of trauma-impacted children and youth.

Become a YPP

Past Events

CASA First Wish List 

We are asking for gift donations for children in care. New and unused items only please. Some gift ideas are listed below:

  • toys for infants (ages 0-3)
  • self care items
  • makeup and toiletries
  • warm coats
  • hats
  • school supplies
  • Legos 
  • coloring books and colored pencils
  • art supplies
  • new baby books
  • giftcards (movie theaters, bowling alley, Children's Museum, ice cream, etc.)
  • gift bags

    Items can be dropped off by appointment Fridays 10am-2pm

    Email elizabeth@casafirst.org

 

 

466 W. San Francisco Street
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501

(505) 820-1500