McCurdy Ministries
A century of serving children and families in the Española Valley
For more than 100 years, McCurdy Ministries has been a trusted presence in the Española Valley — first as a mission school and, in 2024, transitioning into a Family Resource Campus designed to meet the evolving needs of local families.
At the heart of the nonprofit is a commitment to be a place of grace, hope, and welcome.
We strive to lift up families with compassion offered through practical, accessible support. We offer the community resources through the Lighthouse Clothing Pantry, the Food Depot food pantry, and our new role as a regional Diaper Bank.
In addition to basic needs assistance, McCurdy offers a five-star PreK program, mental health counseling services, summer camps, and the LEER children’s literacy program, which includes the Enchanted Forest of Reading. Together, these programs support children’s development, learning, and emotional wellbeing at every stage.
Our goal is to create be a place of welcome, hospitality, hope, and grace as we empower the lives of children, teens and their families in the Española valley.
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