4th of July Luncheon
A free meal, guest speakers, raffles and resources for veterans and families, honoring America's 250th.
// Veteran-led 501(c)(3)
WarriorsServingWarriors
Veterans from every branch, standing with the veterans and families of New Mexico. To remember, honor and serve. Every day of the year.
//01 Our mission
No veteran should face it alone.
After the uniform comes off, the fight doesn't always end. Adjusting to civilian life, finding steady work, getting healthcare, living with PTSD and the physical cost of service. Those struggles reach the whole family.
Warriors Serving Warriors is made up of veterans of the US military, from every background and profession. We help veterans figure out their goals and reach them, either by pointing the way or by connecting them with someone who can help.
365Days a year on mission through Veterans Mission 365
2Detachments: Albuquerque & East Mountain
2019Caring for San Carlos Cemetery every year since
AllBranches of the US military, one mission
//02 What we do
Boots on the ground.
We show up in person, all year long, wherever New Mexico's veterans and their families need us.
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Veteran Support
Transition, PTSD, medical issues, a new career. We help veterans set a direction, find the right resources and get connected with people who can help them move forward.
- B//
Community Food Bank
Food justice is community justice. We collect donations from local businesses and use them to fight hunger among veterans and their families.
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Fellowship
Every month, veterans, volunteers and partner organizations meet to plan projects and fundraisers and to share new programs, services and resources.
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Community Connections
Our community is full of people who want to help. We connect the people who provide services with the veterans who need them.
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Honor & Remembrance
Flag retirement ceremonies, wreaths for the fallen and the annual San Carlos Cemetery cleanup, caring for the resting places of those who served.
//03 In the field
Where we've served.
Flag Retirement
A community ceremony honoring the flag and the generations of Americans who served under it.
Cemetery Cleanup
Caring for the resting places of those who served at San Carlos Cemetery.
Run for the Wall
Snacks, water and resources for the riders of the annual Run for the Wall.
Day of Hope
Prayer, Bibles, encouragement and veteran resources for families across our community.
Edgewood Poker Run
Our East Mountain detachment's first event at Edgewood Cars & Coffee.
Tribute to Women in the Military
A $200 donation and a table to honor the women who served.
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Partnering with the New Mexico Ice Wolves to feed veterans and their families.
Fellowship Meeting
Veterans, volunteers and partners planning the next mission together.
//04 Give
They served us. Now we serve them.
Your gift goes straight to our programs: food for families, help for veterans in crisis, and events that bring our community together.
// Monthly giving
Join Veterans Mission 365
A small monthly gift keeps us on mission every day of the year. Choose your detachment: Albuquerque or East Mountain.
$20
Armor of God dog tag
Receive a WSW dog tag engraved with Ephesians 6:11–18.
Give $20 → $50Shirt or hat
Receive a one-of-a-kind WSW shirt or hat.
Give $50 → $100The full kit
Receive all three: dog tag, shirt and hat.
Give $100 →Gifts are while supplies last. Note your gift choice in the "Comments" field on the donation page. You can also give any amount, once or on a recurring schedule.
//05 Get help
Veteran in need? Reach out.
We help veterans and their families across New Mexico. Asking for help is the first step, and you don't have to take it alone.
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Download the intake form
Tell us about your situation so we can understand how to help. WSW Intake Form (PDF) ↓
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Email it to us
Send the completed form to wswnmvets@gmail.com.
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A fellow veteran will follow up
We'll point you in the right direction or connect you with someone who can help.
//06 Veteran resources
01Government support
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NM Department of Veterans Services
State benefits for veterans and families: property tax exemptions, scholarships, hunting and fishing licenses and more.
dvs.nm.gov ↗America the Beautiful Pass
Free lifetime access to national parks and waived recreation fees for veterans.
news.va.gov ↗988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential 24/7 support for you or a loved one. Veterans press 1.
988lifeline.org ↗New Mexico VA Health Care System
Care from qualified responders at the Department of Veterans Affairs, many of them veterans themselves.
va.gov ↗02Support groups
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Veterans Integration Center (VIC)
Housing, mental health counseling and food boxes for local veterans and their families.
nmvic.org ↗Legacy Church Groups
Support, fellowship, prayer, business groups and more.
Team Bravo
Veteran-founded 501(c)(3): hiking, service, yoga and the arts for physical and emotional healing.
administration@teambravo.org03Careers, education & finance
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Home Depot Military Careers
A culture that takes care of each other and makes a difference.
careers.homedepot.com ↗Veterans Loan Service Center
For veterans buying a home with their VA loan benefits.
globalfundingnm.com ↗Goodwill NM Veteran Programs
Homeless Veterans' Reintegration, Supportive Services for Veteran Families and Veteran Family Services: housing stability, job training and placement.
Helping Heroes NM
Helping our community's heroes become homeowners, with hero rewards.
homesforheroes.com ↗04Veterans with disabilities
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P.A.C.E. (Jason Mangrella)
A Marine veteran guiding veterans through the VA disability claims process, every step of the way.
pace4vets.com ↗Paws and Stripes
Animal-assisted therapy and mental health services for veterans living with service-connected trauma.
pawsandstripes.org ↗NM Disabled American Veterans
A lifetime of support for veterans of all generations and their families.
davnewmexico.org ↗Veterans Defender
Help navigating the VA to obtain disability income for service-connected injuries.
vetdefender.com ↗05Home, health & outdoors
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Veterans Home Repair Network
Licensed plumbers and electricians who discount for veterans and widows of veterans. Text us and we'll refer you to a company that won't overcharge.
Text 505-414-4904Health & insurance: Paul Perez
WSW board member helping veterans with insurance, annuities, Medicare, health and dental.
NM.Vida@outlook.com06VA phone directory
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Veterans Crisis Line988, press 1
VA Benefits1-800-827-1000
Health Care1-877-222-8387
Homeless Veterans1-877-424-3838
VA Combat Call Center1-877-927-8387
Women Veterans1-877-222-8387
Caregiver Support1-855-260-3274
Education1-888-442-4551
Home Loans1-833-838-5637
Insurance1-833-838-4476
Debt Management Center1-855-827-0648
Civilian Health & Medical Program1-800-733-8387
Pension Management Center1-877-294-6380
Headstones & Markers1-800-697-6947
National Cemetery Scheduling1-800-535-1117
Presidential Memorial Certificates1-202-565-4964
Bereavement Counseling1-202-461-6530
Foreign Medical Program1-888-820-1756
Telecommunication Device for the Deaf1-800-829-4833
//07 What's ahead
Fall in with us.
Everyone is welcome: veterans, families and anyone who wants to help. Come to a meeting, staff a booth or drop off a toy.
- Nov09
General Meeting
Plan upcoming projects and fundraisers with the WSW team.
- Nov10–11
Veterans Day Booths
Find us out in the community over Veterans Day.
- Nov21
Edgewood General Meeting & Toy Drive
Drop off new toys for ages 1–12 at Legacy Church East Mountain Campus.
- Monthly3rd Sat
Edgewood Detachment
10:00 AM at Legacy Church East Mountain Campus.
//08 Leadership
The chain of command.
Our board of regulars and part-time volunteers are committed to helping others. We take our convictions and turn them into action.
Joe Gabaldon
President
Bruce Waters
Vice President
Drake LeMasters
Founder & CFO
Richard Romero
Treasurer
Paul Perez
Secretary
Berdine Hull
Director
Jennifer Branum
Director
Vincent Rodriguez
Director
Lee Walker
Director · Edgewood POC
Think you'd be a good fit? We're always looking for dedicated volunteers in Albuquerque and the East Mountains.
Join the team →// Thank you, 2026 Veterans Luncheon sponsors
