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Last Month at Noon Day
In March Noon Day served 8,561 meals. Of these, 5,163 were weekday lunches which averages to 287 for each day we were open. We also served 2,513 breakfasts, or 140 each day, and 705 for our Sunday services. This represented the most meals served in a single month at Noon Day. Danny also counseled 156 individuals and families.
Last Year at Noon Day
In 2011 Noon Day served 97,534 meals to homeless and near homeless in our community. This was by far the most we’d ever served in our history, with 415 meals on average during our regular week day services. Danny also met with 1,638 people for counseling and to assist them with their problems. We also provided 3,135 showers, laundry for 1,254 people, provided travel assistance to more than 150 families, and rental or utility assistance to more than 200 people. Thank you for your support which makes it possible for us to reach out to so many of those who are hurting in our community.
Noon Day Christmas Party 2011
At our annual Christmas party, Noon Day served 668 meals and provided gifts to all of Albuquerque’s homeless and near-homeless who joined us. But more importantly, we provided everyone who came through our doors with a festive and loving place to spend Christmas. Thank you for your continuing support which makes this special even possible!
Making a Difference Day
Thank you to Steve Stucker of KOB TV and the 7th graders from Hope Christian School for coming to Noon Day on October 18th as part of “Making a Difference Day”. The 7th graders were great volunteers and Steve broadcast live from Noon Day during the local noon news. Check out the pictures of this great day.
Strike out Homelessness 2011
Thank you to the Albuquerque Isotopes and our partners at Bank of America and French Mortuary for their continued support of “Strike Out Homelessness”. Each time an Isotopes pitcher strikes out an opposing batter Noon Day receives a contribution. This year alone the program raised nearly $9,000 and a check was given to Noon Day in a ceremony during the Isotopes game on August 24.
August 23rd at Noon Day
Today at Noon Day we fed 380 people, which is more than our building can hold in one sitting. By fire department regulations, we had to ask nearly 100 people to wait outside, but we brought them drinks to make sure they stayed hydrated. Fortunately, in the end each person who came to us today was able to eat. We have never seen this many people coming to us and we thank you for your support which allows us to not turn anyone away!
Noon Day Independence Day Celebration
On July 3, we had a festive Independence Day celebration with the support of many of our partners. We served 390 meals during a festive party celebrating our nation’s birthday.
Noon Day Easter Service
Noon Day, partnering with the Rescue Mission, held a service in celebration of Easter for the homeless. Noon day also provided 100 food boxes and sixty Easter baskets for the children. The contents of the food boxes were donated by Sage Brush Church, Hoffmantown Church, and the Road Runner Food Bank. The Easter baskets were donated by First Baptist Church’s Pre-Teen group. The Pre-Teen group held a yard sale and used the proceeds to purchase the items for the baskets, assembled them and took them to the Rescue Mission. Thank you to all who made this event possible which helped us to share the love of Jesus on this most special day!
Record Year at Noon Day
In 2010 Noon Day served 61,692 meals which was the first time we have ever served more than 60,00. In addition to our normal weekday meals, we began serving each Sunday in April. Danny also counseled 1,631 individuals and families seeking to help meet both their physical and spiritual needs.
Letter to the Editor
On February 10, the Albuquerque Journal published a letter to the editor written by our director, Danny Whatley, thanking the community for its support for the homeless during the recent cold snap.
“Souper” Bowl Sunday
Thank you to our friends at Hoffmantown Church who conducted a “Souper” Bowl Sunday for the Super Bowl collecting cans of soup and other food items and designating Noon Day as the recipient. Hoffmantown brought down an entire truck of canned goods in addition to a generous donation. We greatly appreciate Hoffmantown’s ongoing support for our Ministries!
Young People Making a Difference
Please check out this inspiring video about Riley Owens, one of Noon Day’s youngest volunteers. We thank Riley and all of those who spend their time on behalf of the hungry.
Record Month at Noon Day
In December Noon Day served 7,031 meals which is the most we have ever served in a single month breaking the old record of 5,894 in July 2009. This includes the more than 1,000 meals provided on Christmas Day. In addition, we continued to provide a number of other services to help all of those in need.
Noon Day Christmas Party
At our annual Christmas party, Noon Day served over 1,000 meals and provided 1,200 gifts to Albuquerque’s homeless and near-homeless. But more importantly, we provided everyone who came through our doors with a festive and loving place to spend Christmas. Thank you for your continuing support which makes this special even possible!
New Noon Day Video
New Board Members
Noon Day warmly welcomes three new board members: Bob Ewing, Regina Moss and Vince Martinez! Please join us in thanking them for their willingness to devote their time and effort to helping us reach out to New Mexico’s homeless and near-homeless population.
Left to right: Danny Whatley, Ollie Allred, Bob Ewing,
Ruthie Horn Robbins, Regina Moss, Vince Martinez, and Jim Roach
Albuquerque Community Collaborative
On September 2, Noon Day hosted an Albuquerque Community Collaborative event. There were several different groups who set up booths in front of Noon Day to provide information to the homeless and working poor on housing, medical care, benefits, job opportunities, legal aid, and services for victims of domestic violence among other things. Over 400 people attended the event.
Strike out Homelessness 2010
Thank you to the Albuquerque Isotopes and our partners at Bank of America, French Mortuary and Merrill Lynch for their continued support of “Strike Out Homelessness”. Each time an Isotopes pitcher strikes out an opposing batter Noon Day receives a contribution. This year alone the program raised nearly $9,000 and a check was given to Noon Day during an on-field ceremony following the fifth inning of the Isotopes game on August 29.
Record Number Served at Noon Day
On Friday, August 27, Noon Day served 366 meals, an all time high. Sadly, this is another sign of the current economic times that have seen the number of hungry and needy people rise in our community. Thank you for your continued support which allows us to meet the needs of all those who come through our doors!
Fire at First Baptist Church
Late at night on August 18, there was a two-alarm fire at First Baptist Church. Fortunately, the fire was contained by the fire department quickly and did not spread widely. Noon Day’s building is on the same property, but is a separate facility and was not directly affected by the fire. However, as a precaution, electricity and gas were cut to both buildings meaning that we were not able to provide services on August 19 or 20. Fortunately, we were able to reopen for our full range of services on Tuesday, August 24. Thank you for all of your prayers for Noon Day and for God’s homeless children where were without our services during this time.
Pending Sale of FBC Property
In a recent letter, Jim Roach, co-chairperson of Noon Day’s Board, updated our supporters on changes related to the impending sale of the First Baptist Church property. Please follow the above link to find out more.
Letter to the Editor
Today, the Albuquerque Journal published a letter to the editor from Danny Whatley, our director, highlighting the positive difference that the Girl Scouts from Troop 10032 made serving and raising money for Noon Day. Please join us in thanking these young ladies!
Director’s Update
Danny Whatley recently wrote a brief memo for the First Baptist Church newsletter describing some of Noon Day’s recent accomplishments and his vision for the future.
Noon Day honored at Rotary del Sol’s Governor’s Ball
Annually, Albuquerque’s Rotary del Sol puts on the Governor’s Ball to help raise money for local charities helping children. This year, Noon Day was honored at the Ball and received a generous donation to continue the important work we do for children throughout our community. Thank you to Rotary del Sol and everyone who participated with this year’s Governor’s Ball!
Left to right: Danny Whatley, Chet Stewart, Orbit, Heather
Roach, David Robbins, Ruthie Horn Robbins, and Jim Roach
