The New Mexico Annual Conference endeavors to be responsive to disaster relief needs of its local churches and communities, as well as those suffering from a national or international disaster event. When disasters occur, information will be dispersed in the most efficient and compassionate way that we can offer.
Ruidoso/Lincoln County: The South Fork and Salt Fires which occurred in the Ruidoso area in 2024 continue to impact the area in the form of devastating flooding due to burn scars. In early July of 2025, record-setting rains fell - many homes were destroyed and families were displaced. An entire trailer park was decimated on Gavilan Canyon Road. The Racetrack at Ruidoso Downs will require a year to recover, which will impact the community economically. What can we do to help?
The Community Foundation of Lincoln County is accepting financial donations. CLICK HERE
The Animal Humane Society of Lincoln County Resale Story is accepting flood buckets and a variety of other supply needs such as paper goods. CLICK HERE
Flood Bucket Drop-Off Locations (How to make a flood bucket?)
ABQ District: Conference Office - 11816 Lomas Blvd NE, ABQ NM 87112
El Paso District: St. Mark's UMC-5005 Love Rd, El Paso, TX 79922
Contacts:
ABQ District: Alli Newsom at 505-255-8786, ext 107 or email
El Paso District: Steve Wilson: email
Domestic and International Disasters:
The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is our denominational avenue for best use of your donations to help people in need. Advance Specials are established whenever there is a call for help in dealing with disasters of all kinds. By donating through your church, conference treasurer or directly to UMCOR (www.umcor.org) and by marking the assigned number for that project on your check, you are helping others effectively! 100% of your donation goes to helping people in need.
Sager Brown Depot is a collecting point for Health Kits and other action when needed. Health kit info
South Central Jurisdiction VIM Response: Click Here
Contact:
Roselie Johnston, Ministry Coordinator: email.