Service Members, Veterans, and Families Program- SMVF

03/11/2026

We're hosting our second birthday fundraiser this Thursday at Texas Roadhouse! 🎉

Dine-in or order take-out for dinner and support Amistad by showing this flyer. Starting at 3pm, Texas Roadhouse will donate 15% of their sales to our Mission!

02/10/2026

02/10/2026

🌟 Spring Break Plans? We’ve Got You Covered! 🌟

Registration is officially OPEN for Operation Camp: Spring Break at our Child Development Center! From March 9–20, 2026, campers will enjoy a fun, hands-on STEM-focused experience designed to keep young minds engaged during the break.

🧪 Create crystal stones
🎨 Make stress balls
🌄 Explore the Tom Lea Trail
🏛️ Visit La Nube
🖌️ Join the Franklin Mountains Artmaker Camp on March 19

✨ Spaces are limited, and scholarships are available for families who qualify.

🔗 Reserve your child’s spot today: https://gqr.sh/QWnf

📩 Questions or scholarship info?
Contact CDC Director Ana Coleman at [email protected]
or 915-263-7164 ext. 100

12/12/2025

This past month, the SMVF team had the privilege of attending the Partners in Prevention (PIP) conference in Austin, Texas. This event provided a unique platform for networking and knowledge sharing among professionals dedicated to supporting our military community. Throughout the conference, the team engaged with various workshops and panel discussions that offered valuable insights into best practices for advocacy and support services tailored to Veterans and their families. The exchange of ideas among seasoned experts allowed the SMVF team to gain a deeper understanding of pressing issues faced by service members, as well as innovative strategies for prevention and intervention. This comprehensive learning experience equipped the team with practical tools and resources that will enhance their ability to effectively assist those who have served our country, ensuring that they receive the care and support they deserve.

12/12/2025

🍪✨ Santa’s coming… and so is the fun! ✨🍪🎅
Our Cookies with Santa event kicks off TOMORROW — for registered members only!

🎄 Friday: 3–6 PM
🎄 Saturday: 9AM-3 PM

Location: Junior Enlisted Family Center, 2004 Sheridan Rd
Grab a cookie, sip hot cocoa, meet Santa, and pick out a toy! 🎁❤️

Shout-out to our awesome Executive Director and Programs Manager for hitting the stores and making this magical for everyone! 🌟🎉

12/03/2025

12/03/2025

🌲🌲Trees for Troops is BACK!🌲🌲

📍Biggs Park - December 6
⌚0900- While Trees are Available
Priority E5 and Below

🌲🌲All Ranks & Retirees 1100 - Until gone🌲🌲

*Military ID Card Holders Only.

12/03/2025

1st year anniversary for the YWTS

12/01/2025

Snowflakes, sparkles, and 45 years of pure winter magic! We had snow much fun at this year's WinterFest Lights Parade with our frosty theme "45 Years of Snow Much Love".
Thanks to the City of El Paso and Winterfest for having us — we had a blast shining with you! Here's to the next 45!! ❄️☃️

12/01/2025

💙 This GivingTuesday, your support makes a real impact.

Every donation helps us provide connection, community, and life-changing support to veteran and military families across the country. From peer support sessions to Mental Health First Aid training to full V-SRG groups — your generosity fuels our mission.
No amount is too small to make a difference.

Join us on December 2, 2025 and help us continue this vital work.

🔗 Donate at: https://na2.hubs.ly/H0237cG0

12/01/2025