Sarah R. Newman
Sarah is the newest member of the YNPN Board. Congratulations, Sarah! To learn more about our Board, click here.
Title – Manager
Organization/Agency – New Mexico Collaboration to End Hunger
Hometown – Albuquerque, NM
Education – Bachelor of Science in Retail and Consumer Sciences, University of Arizona
Why did you choose to work in the nonprofit field? I have always been interested in directly effecting change. I enjoy helping people overcome the challenges they face and find viable solutions. Most of all I love being able to make someone smile.
Why did you pick the cause you are currently a part of? When did you know you wanted to do this work? I grew up in Albuquerque, and could never understand the disparity in opportunity between my classmates and, really, all the young people in the state. I now have the chance to make an impact and help create opportunities for people to change their lives.
What inspires you about your work? The smile on a child’s face when they have food in their bellies, or the appreciation of a parent who can take a break from worrying about how they’re going to provide the most basic needs for their families.
What impact does your nonprofit have in the community? The New Mexico Collaboration works with 80+ organizations across the state that strive to end hunger in various ways, from protecting rights to increasing production of local growers to helping more children receive breakfast and lunch in schools. We are everywhere and, through our partnerships, are able to make a huge difference throughout the state. To a hungry individual, every little problem seems much greater. Our service is basic, but so important and critical to everything else.
What is your favorite part of our community? In New Mexico there are only 4 degrees of separation between people. In Albuquerque, it’s 2 degrees. This closely-tied community provides a wonderful environment for creativity and movements to grow.
