Silver City, NM – Gila Regional Medical Center (GRMC) is pleased to announce that the Grant County Community Partnership for Children has been selected as the recipient of its Q4 2025 donation, funded through a portion of cafeteria sales. This initiative is part of GRMC's outreach program, Gila Regional CARES: Community, Assistance, Resources, Engagement, and Support.
For over 18 years, the Community Partnership for Children has been dedicated to supporting early childhood education providers and families in rural Grant County, New Mexico. Their mission is to ensure that young children receive the best possible start in life by offering access to childcare programs, family support services, assistance in building childcare businesses, networks that connect and strengthen childcare providers, and a parent support group that fosters community and shared learning. Through these efforts, the organization helps families and providers create nurturing environments where children can thrive.
On Tuesday, January 6, 2026, GRMC senior leadership presented a donation check to Kalah Carrasco, Executive Director; Eloy Medina, Board President; Cari Lemon, Board Member; Vicki Barnitt, Board Member; and Audrie Rios, Project Assistant of the Community Partnership for Children.
Those present from GRMC included Robert Whitaker, CEO; John Nadone, CFO; Ron Green, CNO; Matthew Stephens, Associate Administrator; Ramona Wilson, Quality Director; Aimee Summers, HR Director; and Audrie Rueda, HR Assistant.
"This generous donation will help us continue building strong support networks for families and ensuring that children and families in Grant County have access to the resources they need," said Kalah Carrasco, Executive Director.
GRMC is deeply grateful for the vital work the Community Partnership for Children does in our community. Their dedication to early childhood development and family well-being is truly inspiring, and GRMC is proud to support their mission.
