Community Against Violence

10/15/2026

Enter if you dare... ! 🕸️ 🎃 👻
Float into the CAV Thrift Store anytime Saturday, October 31st, 9 AM - 5:45 PM in costume for a chance to win a $20 purchase!

10/08/2026

Happening today!!! Come on down to our Thrift Store Oct. 8th!!

10/08/2026

Tune in today October 8, from 7 AM to 6 PM for the Community Against Violence 24th Annual RADIOTHON!
Community Against Violence is proud to partner with KNCE, True Taos Radio, this year to bring a message of hope to the airwaves and raise vital support for survivors in our community.
Join us on KNCE 93.5 FM throughout the day, call or text your donation to 575-999-5863, or make a donation online at taoscav.org. We also invite you to call in and share why you support CAV and our mission to foster and support a community free from all forms of domestic and sexual violence.
Listen on 93.5 FM or stream KNCE online at True Taos Radio.
If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic or sexual violence, you are not alone. Hope happens here. CAV is here 24 hours a day to provide support, information, and resources.
24 Hour HELPline: 575-758-9888
24 Hour TEXTline: 575-770-2706
Visit taoscav.org to learn more about CAV’s services and resources.
Together, we can help create a safer community.

10/07/2026

This Thursday! Tune in Thursday, October 8, from 7 AM to 6 PM for the Community Against Violence 24th Annual RADIOTHON!
Community Against Violence is proud to partner with KNCE, True Taos Radio, this year to bring a message of hope to the airwaves and raise vital support for survivors in our community.
Join us on KNCE 93.5 FM throughout the day, call or text your donation to 575-999-5863, or make a donation online at taoscav.org. We also invite you to call in and share why you support CAV and our mission to foster and support a community free from all forms of domestic and sexual violence.
Listen on 93.5 FM or stream KNCE online at True Taos Radio.
If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic or sexual violence, you are not alone. Hope happens here. CAV is here 24 hours a day to provide support, information, and resources.
24 Hour HELPline: 575-758-9888
24 Hour TEXTline: 575-770-2706
Visit taoscav.org to learn more about CAV’s services and resources.
Together, we can help create a safer community.

08/11/2026

Furniture Sale at the CAV Thrift Store!

Looking for something new for your home? Stop by the Community Against Violence Thrift Store and save 25% off furniture during our sale!

August 11–15 (Tuesday–Saturday)
9:30 AM–5:45 PM
📍 1509 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos
(575) 751-4824

Come find great pieces at bargain prices while supporting CAV and our work in the community.

07/30/2026

What an incredible day!

Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, community partners, volunteers, and everyone who joined us, CAV's 3rd Annual Back to School Fest was a tremendous success!

Together, we provided 500 backpacks filled with school supplies to local students, helping families start the school year with confidence. From free haircuts and library resources to fun activities, raffles, and snacks, the day was a true celebration of what can happen when a community comes together.

A heartfelt thank you to our backpack sponsors: Town Of Taos Events , Taos Police, Phoenix Mechanical, Taos Ski Valley , Official Instagram Page -, and the Taos Community Foundation .

We're also incredibly grateful to our community partners: dreamtreeproject , YDI Headstart, Holy Cross Hospital, Taos ,@taospubliclibrary, Twirl Taos, USDA Forest Service , Youth Heartline , Brownrice Internet , Humble Brands, Inc. , Centinel Bank of Taos , and True Kids 1 for helping us fill those backpacks with essential school supplies.

Special thanks to Taos Center for the Arts , Storyteller 7, Rocky Mountain Chocolate and Twirl for donating raffle prizes, Cid’s Food Market for providing snacks, and Valerie for donating her time and talent to provide free haircuts and styling for our students.

To everyone who donated, volunteered, partnered with us, or attended. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of local children and families.
..Hope Happens Here

07/29/2026

Congratulations, Feliciana!

🎉 Congratulations to our Raffle Winner! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Town of Taos Events booth during Community Against Violence's 3rd Annual Back to School Event. We truly enjoyed visiting with so many wonderful families and appreciate everyone who entered our raffle drawing.

Congratulations to Feliciana Salazar, the winner of our clear giveaway bag filled with a variety of fun prizes!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in the raffle and helped make this event such a success. We are grateful for the opportunity to be part of this amazing community event and look forward to seeing you at future Town of Taos Events!



Town of Taos
Community Against Violence
Daniel Barrone
Darien Fernandez
Billy Romero for Taos
Namba for Taos
Genevieve Oswald
Valorie Mondragon
Cuauhtemoc Herrera
Alex Padilla

07/24/2026

We hope to see you there!

** T O D A Y **
You Are Invited to Community Against Violence's 3rd Annual Back-to-School Event

The Town of Taos Events is proud to sponsor Community Against Violence's 3rd Annual Back-to-School Event and warmly invites families throughout our community to join us for a fun-filled day of activities, resources, and back-to-school support.

Friday, July 24, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Don Fernando Hall
120 Civic Plaza Drive
Taos, NM

Community Against Violence, along with its community partners, will provide FREE backpacks and school supplies to students in need, helping them begin the new school year with confidence and the tools they need for success.

In addition to receiving school supplies, families can enjoy a variety of free activities, including friendship bracelet making, coloring, sticker making, bubbles, a scavenger hunt, raffles, free hair trims, library card sign-ups, and much more.

Be sure to visit the many community organizations that will be on hand to share valuable programs, services, and resources, including Brown Rice Internet, DreamTree Project, Holy Cross Medical Center, Taos Behavioral Health, Taos News, Taos Public Library, Taos Ski Valley, Town of Taos Events, Town of Taos Police Department, Tru Kids 1, Twirl, U.S. Forest Service, Youth Development, Inc. (YDI), and Youth Heartline.

We especially thank the businesses that generously donated items in support of this year's event: Centinel Bank of Taos, Cid's Food Market, Humble Brands, and Phoenix Mechanical. Their generosity helps make this event possible for local students and families.

While you are there, be sure to stop by the Town of Taos Events booth! We would love the opportunity to visit with you and your family, share information about our upcoming community events, and provide you with a FREE giveaway bag with school supplies while supplies last.

This free community event is a wonderful opportunity for families to connect with local organizations, enjoy fun activities, and prepare for the upcoming school year. We hope you will join us as our community comes together to support local students and celebrates a successful start to the new school year.

We look forward to seeing you on July 24!


Community Against Violence
Taos County Chamber of Commerce
Taos MainStreet
Daniel Barrone
Darien Fernandez
Namba for Taos
Billy Romero for Taos
Genevieve Oswald
Valorie Mondragon
Cuauhtemoc Herrera
Alex Padilla
Town of Taos

07/23/2026

The messages we receive growing up shape how we understand relationships, boundaries, and consent. But what happens when those conversations never happen?

In this conversation, our media coordinator, Fabian reflects on how cultural differences influenced the messages he received about consent and why these discussions matter for future generations.

You never know who might need to hear your perspective. By sharing our experiences, we create opportunities to learn, grow, and support one another.

Interested in joining the conversation? We'd love to feature community members in future discussions. Your voice and your experiences could make a difference for someone else.
..Hope Happens Here.