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Rebecca was welcomed as the Family Life Coordinator (FLC) in October 2021. She was born and raised in Artesia. After graduating high school, Rebecca tried to get away, but Artesia kept pulling her back. In 2013, she welcomed her son Wilson. Rebecca worked as a special education assistant at Central Elementary for seven years. She graduated from NMSU with a University Studies degree in May 2014. Rebecca is passionate about helping people one-on-one and is motivated by the interaction she gets daily from our residents. As a single mother, she knows firsthand the struggles that exist and is a great mentor for the women in the program.

President

Vice President

Noreen is the Area Director and Business Services Trainer for the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions. While not originally from New Mexico, Noreen chose to come back to the roots her great grandparents made. “I feel that a strong family unit can overcome any obstacle when given the chance, and Haven of Hope offers a pathway for families to flourish. We help pave the way for future generations to come.”

Secretary

Dr. Katelyn Gunn grew up on an alfalfa farm in Fort Sumner, NM. Her love for serving in a small town stemmed from the ‘village’ that raised her. Katelyn and her husband, Hunter Buckles, share 3 little girls. Her time is split between her family, practicing dentistry, Artesia Downtown Lions Club, Hermosa Church of Christ, and Haven of Hope. As a Board member she feels that “if we help one mom and her children, it’s all worth it.”

Treasurer

Pat retired from Holly Frontier in July 2020 and has lived in Artesia since 1987. “Being asked to help with a cause close to my heart, provided me with an opportunity to volunteer the skills I have learned over the years. I was a single mom, and I knew firsthand the struggles and what a difference a helping hand and education could mean.”

Past Board President

Laura is a busy farm wife and mother to two teenagers. “Helping single mothers through a challenging time in their life, feels right to me. I want to empower mothers to be the strong example their children can look up to.”

Member

Member

Richard, a lifelong resident of Artesia and recent retiree after devoting 30 years to the Eddy County Road Department, is committed to making a difference in his community. His stated goal for joining the Haven of Hope Board of Directors is “build stronger families and empower mothers and children.” In addition, he serves as a Deacon at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.

Member

Member

“I am a native Texan, although I have been in Artesia now over 30 years. I worked 35 years in the oil and gas industry and presently work with APS at ZIA.

Helping build a strong family unit lead by a single Mom is something I am willing to help with. Giving her the tools she needs to not only survive, but to succeed as a single Mom in this society.

As a Board member, I am willing to do what it takes to make that happen. “