Ways to Give
Donate
Your financial contributions are vital to our mission. Donations help us purchase fresh ingredients, maintain our facilities, and expand our services. Every dollar makes a significant impact on our ability to serve the community.
How to Donate:
By Mail:
Send a check payable to El Caldito Soup Kitchen to:
El Caldito Soup Kitchen
PO Box 2833, Las Cruces, NM 88004
In Person:
Drop off your donation at our location during operating hours
Sunday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:45 PM
Online:
Use our secure online donation form to make a one-time or recurring donation.
Planned Giving
Consider leaving a lasting legacy by including El Caldito Soup Kitchen in your will or estate plans. Planned giving can provide significant tax benefits and ensure that your support continues for future generations.
How to Get Started:
Contact your financial advisor or estate planner. Notify us of your intentions by emailing us.
Corporate Giving
We offer opportunities for businesses to support our mission through corporate donations, matching gift programs, and sponsorships. Partnering with El Caldito Soup Kitchen can enhance your company’s community involvement and make a positive impact.
How to Participate:
Email us to discuss partnership opportunities. Explore matching gift programs through your employer.
INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEER
Volunteers are the backbone of El Caldito Soup Kitchen. Whether you can give a few hours a week or just one day a month, your help is always appreciated. Volunteers assist with food preparation, serving meals, and clean-up.
Fill out our volunteer application form and attend a brief orientation.
GROUP VOLUNTEERING
Group volunteering is a fantastic way to build team spirit and make a significant impact. We welcome groups from companies, schools, churches, and other organizations. Group activities include meal preparation, serving, and organizing food drives.
How to Get Started:
Schedule a Date & Plan Your Activity:
We will work with you to tailor the volunteering experience to fit your group’s size and preferences.
Have Fun and Make a Difference! Volunteering as a group is a rewarding experience that fosters teamwork and community spirit.
Host a Food Drive
Food drives are essential in keeping our pantry stocked with the items we need to prepare meals. Hosting a food drive is a wonderful way to engage your community, school, or workplace in supporting El Caldito Soup Kitchen.
Steps to Host a Food Drive:
Register Your Drive:
Let us know about your food drive by filling out our food drive registration form.
Promote Your Drive:
Spread the word through flyers, social media, and word of mouth. We can provide promotional materials upon request.
Collect Donations:
Gather non-perishable food items such as canned goods, rice, pasta, and cooking oil.
Deliver Donations:
Arrange a drop-off time with us, or we can coordinate a pick-up for large collections.
Donation Receipts: All donations to El Caldito Soup Kitchen are tax-deductible. Upon receiving your donation, we will provide you with a receipt for your records.
Your generosity directly provides warm, nutritious meals and essential support to our community members in need. DONATE NOW.
Not just a soup kitchen; A refuge.
999 W Amador Ave, Las Cruces, NM
PO Box 2833, Las Cruces, NM 88004
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