Artesia Domestic Violence Shelter I

This year, 2022, was a very busy year for Grammy's House. We have a few accomplishments which we are very proud of. 1.grammy's House received a very generous amount of monetary support for esg cares during the end of the pandemic. The funding provided a wonderful opportunity for a chance to make upgrades and repairs to both the main office as well as the Shelter. Grammy's House Artesia Domestic Violence Shelter inc. upgraded the fire alarm system in the residential Shelter. Additionally, all windows were upgraded to more efficient and safe windows. United way of eddy county purchased three (3) storage units for the Shelter. These provided additional storage which was invaluable once the actual renovation of the old storage building began. We secured funds through kfc foundation and the py foundation for the purpose of renovating an old storage building. The goal is to construct separate units of climate controlled storage for all residential clients as well as for the staff. This project began in late 2022 and is still under construction. We also secured funding from the tlc foundation to improve our pet kennel area. The kennels will be renovated and will become climate controlled so that pets can be safely houses year- round. Lastly, we secured funding from the tlc foundation for the purpose of purchasing a new vehicle for client transport and staff usage. 2.the cares funding was also utilized to improve safety and parking for the exterior property at the main office building. We had several dead tree removals to improve safety. Next, a parking area was constructed for both staff and clients. A retention wall was built which immediately improved the area where clients wait for family. The former wall was collapsing and was a major safety concern. We added a waiting area outside. This area was needed during the pandemic due to the offices being closed-off to the public. Lastly, we were able to have an upgraded irrigation system installed.