McCurdy Family Resource Campus
McCurdy Ministries became a Family Resource Campus in 2024 through a grant from the State of New Mexico. This initiative was created to serve as a community hub where families can connect with helpful resources, trusted community partners, state agencies, and one another.
The McCurdy Family Resource Campus is located in the former Cole High School building and is open to any family in the area. Explore the resources we offer, or click the Refer a Family button to have a member of our staff reach out and help connect you with the support you need.
Family Resource Campus Programs
The Light House
We are beyond excited to announce that The Light House Clothing Closet is open in the mission school’s former Teacherage!
The Light House is a place where children and adults of all ages can "shop" for clothing in a way that leaves them with a deep sense of their beloved-ness and value!
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Nonprofit Partners on Campus
The Village of Casitas is one of the most exciting and impactful developments on the McCurdy campus. This growing network of nonprofit partners works side by side to support families in a shared, welcoming environment. See a summary of the ever expanding village below, and click on each one to see more about their organization.
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Take a Class at the FRC
Learn and connect at the McCurdy Family Resource Center! Our free, public classes are designed to support individuals and families in growing and thriving. We offer a variety of classes—including Money & Me, Community Living Skills, and Parenting—all in person and online via Zoom and Teams.
Resources for New Mexico Families
McCurdy Ministries has created an ever-growing resource list for families in need across New Mexico. This regularly updated guide connects individuals and families with local support services and community assistance programs, helping us better serve our neighbors and strengthen our community.
Family Resource Campus Events
Father Daughter Dance
February 14 from 5 - 7 pm
Put on your dancing shoes and get ready for a night to remember! Join us on February 14 from 5–7 PM for a Father–Daughter Dance, hosted in partnership with Nueva Vida and our nonprofit partners on campus. This special Valentine’s celebration invites fathers and father figures to spend quality time with their daughters—dancing, laughing, and making sweet memories together. Come celebrate togetherness, community, and a little bit of magic on the dance floor!
Meet the Family Resource Center Team
Family Resource Center Phone Number: 505-370-0749
FRC Program Manager
Capriza Casias
Capriza Casias, a McCurdy Mission School alumnus, is the FRC Program Manager. Capriza was born and raised in Española, NM. She felt called to be part of the ‘light in the valley’. Capriza is helping to create a safe and welcoming experience for families and children.
FRC Data Specialist
Katherine Partin
Katherine works remotely from Albuquerque to manage the Family Resource Center’s data and virtual files. She recently graduated from ASU Online with her Bachelor’s in Forensic Psychology. With a passion for social change, she is very excited and proud to be working with the McCurdy team to change lives for the better!
Family Resource and Disability Specialist
Rachel Minnaar
Rachel is an early-diagnosed individual on the autism spectrum (originally Asperger's Syndrome and was one of the first "officially" diagnosed 30 years ago in 1994, in the United States). As a service provider and nonprofit director, she seeks to develop meaningful community-based programs for people with disabilities, which are safe, supportive, authentic, accessible and inclusive. As a therapist-in-training and minister, she seeks to provide holistic strengths-based, person-centered care and counseling for people with disabilities and vulnerable persons, particularly transitioning young adults.
Rachel is licensed in Secondary Education, Library Science and Pre K-12 Rehabilitation Counseling. She is also a Certified Employment Support Professional™ (CESP). She has a background in teaching English, literacy and Special Education, and taught and mentored students with disabilities in a variety of demographics for several years.
She is a graduate from the Chicago Theological Seminary with an MA in Theological Studies, where she specialized in disability theology and ministry. She is also a graduate from the University of Illinois with an MSLIS in Library and Information Science, and Western Michigan University with a BA in Religion and Philosophy. She is a certified candidate pursuing ordination in the United Methodist Church, and working toward a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree, in Clinical Practice for ID/DD individuals and their families.