it was very good at one time. the storage on menual. the people that work there now are very…read morediscriminate. the workers take all the parking. the homeless are living in some of the units. the workers need to be more professional and not judge others

Primarily a homeless shelter. The access gate is always reliable, and I haven't had a break-in yet…read more Lots of double-parked cars with no tags clog the aisles, since they socialize here. Some pull out furniture and camp outside their units all day. Others have a hundred old bicycle tires they tinker with all day. Might have to pay more to find a less homeless-crowded facility.

Wife and I had Tax appointment. We arrived 20 min. early. We were the only customers there. 15…read moreminutes after our scheduled appointment a women walked in, sat for 5 minutes and was given service. We checked, she had a later appointment time. No apologies, just condescending attitude. The only rationale is that since everyone involved was white, we are not. How can an organization such as this be so blatantly disrespectful? I asked for help, they disrespect. I am poor, not subhuman!

I've been involved and volunteered in some of United Way's work in the previous cities I lived in…read morebut had recently started volunteering at United Way to help low-mid income families file their taxes via the IRS' Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. I had to say, I really found the work they do really well run, meaningful and fulfilling. The organization allowed low-mid income families that needed help filing their taxes...so that they could get the refund money back in their pockets. The programs themselves are very well run by both the staff and are also joined by a kind group of volunteers who are certified by IRS to help the communities file their taxes. I'd say...the work the organization gives to the community (for free) is worth $250 a filing..and in total, the team does put millions of tax refund dollars back in the pockets of those in the communities! So, I have a lot of respect of what this organization does. Check out the work that United Way does...and if you are interested in volunteering/helping out with income taxes, they organization has formal training and can help get you certified. Else, if you know of families in need of help for tax filing, ask them to check out the free help that United Way does....or....perhaps even check out other activities that United Way does for the community.

One Albuquerque is one of the reasons I really appreciate this city in the Land of Enchantment. The…read morewhole One Albuquerque is run by the City/non-profits throughout ABQ all about providing volunteer opportunities and matching them with those looking to give back to communities. I had volunteered with opportunities I found at One Albuquerque a few times now and all my experiences had been really wonderful. My most favorite volunteer experiences were run by ABQ city itself and were providing holidays meals (Thanksgiving/Christmas) to homeless/those who are disadvantaged at a shelter. The experiences had been very wonderful and really filled my heart with joy. If you are looking for opportunities to volunteer within ABQ, check out One Albuquerque's website. There are all causes that you may be interested in and find yourself contributing and doing something good for this community doing the things you love!

From the owner: Albuquerque faces many challenges. We see them daily — crime stories that splash across the evening…read morenews, far too many people experiencing homelessness on our streets, and families without the services or opportunities needed to escape cycles of poverty. These issues aren’t new and we know that no one person or organization can do this alone. That’s why we have all stepped up to help meet these challenges together, with the goal of engaging partners in the community for years to come by joining the One Albuquerque Fund. We’ve seen the transformation of city government over the past couple of years toward taking action on our deepest challenges, but many of us didn’t know how we could get involved and contribute. The One Albuquerque fund was created to change that and give more opportunities for individuals and organizations to give back to our community. But the government alone will not solve our problems. From the start, Mayor Keller has made it clear that it will take a community-wide effort of each of us devoting our time, talent and even money to help solve these deep-rooted problems.

For vets that need a home town place to feel at home with other vets, great music, excellent…read moreservice, and VERY good prices, you can't go wrong here!! Stop in and have a drink. My favorite place!

I first attended this place for a graduation party. It's is a decent sized place they have a main…read moreare where you can buy drinks and place pool. The other area is where the host are seated and food is served. Not sure on the price for renting out the spot, but I am sure of one thing the drinks are not as expensive as they are in other places. I would recommend this place if you don't want to spend that much money but still want a decent sized place to host a party.

PB&J Family Services is certainly one of the more lauded, awarded and active nonprofit…read moreorganizations in Albuquerque, but what do they do, exactly? Well, the scope is really tough to explain, but for me, it starts with parenting, specifically with dads. Of course, fatherhood is a subject I'm particularly passionate about, I'm simply fascinated by our ever-shifting non-nuclear family roles, the ways in which we dads now often balance the homemaking demands of everyday life, and more than anything, our lack of experience on the job. The parental job, that is. In many cases, we grew up in homes without solid father figures of our own, and when we go out into the big grown world, we often don't know where to begin with our own children. At PB&J, training dads to be dads often begins when dads get out of prison. "Imagine watching a father helping his daughter tie her shoelace out on this playground, or pretend to cook, or help her on the playground equipment," the Executive Director, Susannah Burke, said to our group during a tour. "Very often, this is the first time they've had an opportunity to connect, to share one-on-one experiences, and to learn how to care for their child. We watch relationships form and grow deeper, we watch kids grow stronger, it all starts right here." And we haven't begun talking about the moms. They're strongly represented here, too. This center offers more than day care, it's more like day school, day training, and day support, for endless families in Albuquerque's south valley and beyond. Over 40+ years they've held programs all over the state, including women's prisons. Personally, I love that what they do isn't overtly complicated. They provide shelter, a safe zone, and love, so people can thrive. New Mexico is blessed to have this organization.

What an incredible organization doing SUCH important work serving at-risk children in our…read morecommunities. I had the privilege of taking a tour of the facility with other Yelpers who came out to lend a hand on a variety of projects, and we learned in depth just how much this organization does, and how much it has grown since it's birth in 1972. They provide so many services to support and nurture the family dynamic including providing a safe, healthy, stimulating environment for children to learn, and opportunities for parents (many whom have struggled with mental illness, depression, addiction) to be educated and taught how to reconnect and rebuild relationships with their children. The fruit is evident, the success stories are mounting, and we have this great organization to thank for it. Let's continue to support everything they do!!!

I was in need a low income, wheelchair accessible apartment after major leg surgery. I was promised…read moreit was quiet and safe. A week after I moved in the apartment next to me was rented to a smoker who smoked immediately next to my bedroom window. Her dogs barked up to eight hours at a time, often with her looking on unconcerned. These same dogs nipped at my service dogs ankles and the barking all the time drives my dog crazy. When management finally restrained her behavior she pounded on.my wall in rage twice and third time screammed outside my bedroom window. The guy above me is no picnic either, making loud noises sometime for 48 hours straight. Management will not enforce provions of lease due yo quiet, threats or restrict ever present cigarette butts and smoke. I have found 3 other residents with physical disabilites with similar experiences placing bad behavior of residents with mental health issues ahead of very real needs by physicslly disabled residents. Do not rent from them. Do not volunteer for them. And please do not contribute to this so called "charity" that enables mentally ill residents to act out and has a fraudent and misleading nsme.

Like the other reviewer, my experience at Heights has been at the Tuesday evening weekly swing…read moredance organized by Primordial Swing. It's been packed every week for 20 years, so that alone should say something about the event! An affordable $4, the evening includes a lesson and a DJed mix of swing, blues, rockabilly, and even some contemporary hits with danceable beats. (They do occasionally have live bands as well.) The crowd skews young, but there are definitely people from all age groups and all dance skill levels in attendance each week. The facility is well kept and has a nice wood floor that's great for dancing. Parking is easy on the street or in a nearby lot.