National Child Abuse Prevention Month

National Child Abuse Prevention Month

This month and throughout the year, Youth Development Inc. (YDI) encourages all individuals and organizations to play a role in making New Mexico a better place for children and families. By ensuring that parents have the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to...
Are you struggling? We can help.

Are you struggling? We can help.

We hope this notice finds you safe and well during these times of the Covid-19 virus. We wanted to let you know that we are continuing to provide assistance to youth and families. Currently, we have openings at Casa Hermosa, our Transitional Living Program and our...
Staying Healthy During COVID-19.

Staying Healthy During COVID-19.

The infamous Coronavirus has made its way overseas and threatens to infect the people in North America. The YDI team would like to take a few minutes to remind people how they can reduce their risk of catching the virus and to stay healthy. Common signs of infection...
A Head Start Valentine.

A Head Start Valentine.

Love, Cupid, hearts, chocolates, cards, and flowers are everywhere-it’s Valentine’s Day! On February 14, Americans celebrate love and friendship. But where did this holiday of affection come from? The origins of Valentine’s Day are murky. We do know...
Date Night On A Budget

Date Night On A Budget

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are some ways to celebrate this special day of love with your significant other and will make your wallet happy too. Movie Night! Not everyone has the time to sit down, relax and watch a movie with their...
Si Se Puede (Yes We Can)

Si Se Puede (Yes We Can)

Respect Without Violence was selected as the theme for the Si Se Puede Leadership program based on discussions with youth participating in the program regarding the increase in Violence to include Gun Violence in our Communities.  Youth identified drugs (Meth),...
A Day With Marcos

A Day With Marcos

By Camerla Benavidez I only worked with Marcos for the last 2 years of his employment here at YDI.  My office was across from his. I would be at the office early in the morning and as soon as Marcos walked in, he would stop by my office and say, “did you have...
2nd Annual Toy Run

2nd Annual Toy Run

Start your engines! YDI is hosting our second annual Toy Run in September! YDI serves over 1200 kids in Albuquerque and northern New Mexico this year we are looking to get each one a gift for Christmas! Admission options are either 1 toy donation per rider or a $20...