For Nichelle Gilbert, her journey to become executive director unfolded naturally. Growing up in Albuquerque and raised by a strong matriarchal family, the principle of giving back is part of her upbringing. “I don’t know that I could pinpoint the time I decided to do community work. It’s just been a part of my own fabric since I can remember.” …
For this story I get to chat with Javier Martínez, a previous Partnership for Community Action Executive Director, on the phone to learn a bit more about him and his connection to PCA. The line clicks, a quiet moment as Javier finds a space to talk. The story he unfolds isn’t just his, it’s a 24-year testament to how a …
During our 35th anniversary, we honor our roots by sharing how PCA came to be, guided by the vision of those who built it. The story begins and is forever imbued with the spirit of our founder, a proud Chicano, a relentless advocate, and a formative mentor named Dr. Moisés Venegas. The Albuquerque Partnership, which would become the Partnership for …
Growing up in Albuquerque, Adrián’s compass always led him to believe in the power of people. This instinct to invest his time in organizing with his family, friends, and community guided him as a young college student, leading him to focus on community work projects. It was during this time that he and his colleague Javier Martinez connected with Dr. …
Educadores RISE is designed to meet the unique needs of home-based child care providers. The program combines evening virtual sessions with minimal in-person meetings and individualized coaching to deliver high-quality, evidence-based training on a schedule that works for busy business owners. With a focus on innovation and support, Educadores RISE participants gain practical tools and resources to enhance their childcare …
Economic independence and cultivating generational wealth is crucial for Latina women. Veronica Avalos, originally from Mexico, now an Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors (AP/OD) facilitator, decided to take her finances into her own hands. She applied for the Nusenda Co-op Capital Loan through Partnership for Community Action (PCA) so she could begin building credit and make sure her family is well versed …
Meet Ismael Hernandez and Jaime Tovar With a mission to create a just and equitable society and diverse leadership to sustain it, Public Allies is an organization that matches students with nonprofit organizations all over the country. Students are immersed in the work of a nonprofit, serving and learning from their communities, while receiving a stipend and an educational award …
By Javier Martínez Every child should have what they need to grow, live, and thrive with dignity—and financial security is one key way to get there. Unfortunately, Latino children are far more likely to be born into families with limited or no wealth, drastically hindering their future economic opportunities. Furthermore, because wealth is largely passed on from one generation to …
Starting and sustaining a small business is no easy feat, for one community member in particular, being connected to the Nusenda Credit Union Co-Op Capital Loan Program through Partnership for Community Action helped support her family business and build her economic independence. Norma Casas, a mother of two and Albuquerque community member, received a Nusenda Co-op Capital Loan to kickstart …
Partnership for Community Action is thrilled to announce Nichelle Gilbert as our new Executive Director. Nichelle joined the PCA team in 2018 as director of operations where she focused on growing an organizational back office and systems that supported the incredible work alongside community. Most recently, Nichelle served as PCA’s Associate Director. Nichelle steps into the role of Executive Director …