top of page

WHO WE ARE

For Over 70 Years, A Place Where Great Futures Begin

Since 1951, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico has been a trusted cornerstone of our community—providing a safe, supportive space where youth ages 5–18 can learn, grow, and thrive. Whether it's before or after school or during school breaks, our Clubs offer more than just a place to go—they offer a place to belong.

​

With caring mentors and life-changing programs, we help young people achieve academic success, lead healthy lifestyles, and develop strong character and leadership skills.​Our dedicated team of professionals is passionate about empowering every child—especially those who need us most—to realize their full potential and become the next generation of confident, compassionate leaders.

EXECUTIVE BOARD LEADERSHIP

IMG_20210331_200126_079 (1).jpg
3-Superintdent-Elder.jpg

RACQUEL VILLEGAS

SCOTT ELDER

Board Chair
JPR Gravel
8 Years of Service
Vice Chair - Safety Chair
Education Consultant 
4 Years of Service
thumbnail_Nikki MItchell photo 4.jpg

NIKKI MITCHELL

Secretary - Gala Chair
Bank of America
2 Years of Service
nadineb.jpeg

NADINE BUERGER

Treasurer
US Eagle FCU
6 Years of Service

BOARD MEMBERS

martinrichardson.jpeg
headshot.jpg

AMANDA ROYBAL

MTX
4 Years of Service

MARTIN RICHARDSON

Past Chair
RESOLUT RE
10 Years of Service
carolinestrizich.jpeg
benwolz.jpeg

CAROLINE STRIZICH

NuSkin
12 Years of Service

BEN WOLZ

Ranch Manager
10 Years of Service
bridget.jpg
Tim.jpg

BRIDGET CONDON

TIM SANCHEZ

Ristra Strategies 
1 Year of Service
Golden Key Construction
3 Years of Service
Valerie Sandoval.jpg
derek.jpg

VALERIE SANDOVAL

DEREK GUTIERREZ

First National
1 Year of Service
PGA Golf Professional 
1 Year of Service
JAMES.jpg

JAMES HERNANDEZ

Nusenda
1 Year of Service

ADMINISTRATORS

Colby Wilson, CEO | cwilson@bgccnm.org

Rey Kandil, CFO | rkandil@bgccnm.org

Tinicia Owens, Director of Operations & Professional Development | towens@bgccnm.org

Fred Slow, Major Gifts Officer | fslow@bgccnm.org

Mackenzie Watkins, Resource Development | mwatkins@bgccnm.org

Rebecca Sisneros, Community & Government Relations | rsisneros@bgccnm.org

Mercedez Holtry, Teen Program Director | mholtry@bgccnm.org

Zulema Figueroa, Elementary Program Director | zfigueroa@bgccnm.org

Contact us at 505-525-9823 or e-mail info@bgccnm.org if your question is not answered on our website, or for more information. 
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
Learn more about Boys & Girls Clubs of America at www.bgca.org

Administrative Offices

202 Central Ave SE, 3rd Floor

Albuquerque, NM 87102

​

Mailing Address

PO Box 27057

Albuquerque, NM 87125

 

505-525-9823

info@bgccnm.org

bottom of page