Child Crisis Center of El Paso - El Paso Giving Day

Child Crisis Center of El Paso

There are moments in a child’s life when they need someone to step in and say, "You are safe. You are cared for. You are not alone". For nearly five decades, the Child Crisis Center of El Paso has been that place for children and families facing some of life’s most difficult moments. We provide more than emergency shelter—we provide a safe haven where children are welcomed with compassion and surrounded by dedicated caregivers who specialize in supporting children through trauma and helping families in need. When a child comes through our doors, they are given a safe place to grow, find their voice, and simply be a child. With patience, compassion, and love, our Care Team helps each child regain a sense of security and begin the journey toward healing and feeling whole again. As we move closer to our 50th anniversary, we are reminded of the many children who have walked through our doors and the countless people who have helped make this care possible.

Causes: Children and Youth, Emergency Relief and Response , Homelessness and Housing

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A Special Message From Executive Director, Andrew Castañeda

How we make an impact

A family crisis can happen unexpectedly. A parent may face an emergency, a family may experience homelessness or domestic violence, a child may be the victim of abuse or neglect, or circumstances may temporarily make it difficult for a parent or caregiver to safely care for their child.

Since 1980, the Child Crisis Center has specialized in caring for one of our community’s most vulnerable populations — children from newborn through age 13. The Child Crisis Center is honored to have established the first Crisis Nursery in the state of Texas, creating a place specifically designed to provide safety and care for young children during times of crisis.

Today, that commitment continues through our 24-hour emergency shelter and Crisis Nursery. Children who come to us receive the care and essentials they need, including nutritious meals, clothing, hygiene items, medical care, transportation, opportunities to learn and play, and supportive services that help them feel secure and cared for.

Our work also extends beyond the shelter. Through advocacy, case management, family services, and programs supporting military and veteran families, we help connect families with resources and support as they navigate difficult circumstances.

Your Support Makes this Possible

The care we provide is made possible because our community is committed to standing behind children and families when they need help.

Every contribution helps provide the everyday necessities that make a child feel safe and cared for, while helping sustain the services that allow the Child Crisis Center to remain ready when the next child or family needs us.

As we look toward our 50th anniversary, we are not only reflecting on the children and families who have been helped over the years. We are looking ahead to those who may need us in the years to come.

This El Paso Giving Day, our goal is to raise $16,000 to help ensure the Child Crisis Center can continue providing safety, care, and support to children and families facing a crisis.

Your generosity today helps make sure that when a child needs us, we can be there.

Thank You for Supporting YOUR Child Crisis Center of El Paso