EPCARES believes that anyone vulnerable to exploitation, abuse, or human trafficking should be found, free and flourishing. We are deeply concerned about the many children and young adults in our community who are being manipulated and coerced into risky behaviors resulting in significant lasting physical, emotional, spiritual, mental, and social harm.

Therefore, we intentionally strive to find and assist vulnerable individuals. We meet these individuals where they are and offer friendship, transportation, bible studies, assistance in accessing resources and taking steps forward. Because we strongly believe in the power of a healthy supportive community, we provide education and resources to hotels/motels, truck stops, strip clubs, salons, homeless, refugees, incarcerated, faith organizations, crisis pregnancy centers, and more to equip others to assist these vulnerable populations as well.

El Paso CARES values Commitment, Accountability, Respect, Educated Empathy, and being Spiritually Led. Our logo of many different shades of colors and types of threads weaving a heart together well represents our team made up of survivors, social workers, foster parents, counselors, nurses, substance abuse recovery mentors, victim advocates, and many others experienced in trauma, recovery, and life change. We all voluntarily serve others because we are grateful for others who have done the same for us.

TESTIMONIALS “This has always been my dream career. Thank you for supporting me and believing in me.” Previously worked in Strip Clubs

“I always watched the other kids when Mom went to work and danced.” Day at amusement park finally being a kid.

“I gave in last night and called my pimp, but he doesn’t even want me back. Thank you for always loving me and never giving up on me.” Woman in Recovery

“We are doing so well! The kids are in school and the attorney has been so helpful.” Woman and children relocated to new location for safety.

“Thank you for helping with the apartment and furnishings. I just needed a little help to get on my feet” Previously living in motel

“Thank you for coming to court today and supporting me. It really means a lot to have someone there for me.” Woman with very difficult circumstances