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Back to School Bash at Blue Door Neighborhood Center

A fun-filled day of resources for students and families in Albuquerque

July 28, 2025

ALBUQUERQUE — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico invites the community to join a Back to School Bash at Blue Door Neighborhood CenterSM in Albuquerque's South Valley.

When:  Saturday, Aug. 2, from 9 a.m. to noon
Where: 3925 Las Estancias Way SW, Building 9 Suite A, Albuquerque, NM, 87121

This community event aims to equip students and families with essential resources for the upcoming school year and will feature 25 local community organizations. Attendees will enjoy a variety of services and activities, including:

  • School Supplies: Each student will receive a free backpack filled with school supplies to get them ready for the academic year.
  • Shoes and Clothing: Locker 505 will distribute vouchers to students for brand new shoes and clothing, helping students to start the school year with confidence.
  • Healthy Nutrition: MoGro Mobile Grocery will provide free bags of fresh produce to the first 150 families in attendance.
  • Immunizations: The New Mexico Department of Health will offer no-cost immunizations in BCBSNM's Care Van®, prioritizing student health.
  • Free haircuts for youth.
  • Paleta Bars: The first 300 guests can enjoy free refreshing paletas, perfect for beating the summer heat!
  • Entertainment: Enjoy a live performance from the School of Rock house band, enjoy face painting and balloon shaping and meet mascots Blue Bear, Orbitz and Sol the Suncat.

Everyone is welcome! Bring your family, friends and neighbors for a day of fun, learning and community spirit.

For more information about BCBSNM’s initiatives and support for a healthier New Mexico, please visit BCBSNM's newsroom and BCBSNM’s 2024 Impact Report.

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About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico is one of the largest commercial health insurers in New Mexico with approximately 700,000 New Mexicans carrying a Blue Cross and Blue Shield card. Since 1940, BCBSNM has been committed to promoting the health and wellness of its members and communities through accessible, cost-effective, quality health care. BCBSNM is a Division of Health Care Service Corporation, the country’s largest customer-owned health insurer and fourth largest health insurer overall. Health Care Service Corporation is a Mutual Legal Reserve Company and an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

Media Contact

Amanda Douglas
Amanda_Douglas@bcbsnm.com
505.816.2426

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