EL PASO, Texas (March, 13, 2024) - El Paso Electric (EPE) is honored to announce a heartfelt collaboration with the Heart Gallery of El Paso, as they bring their poignant portrait exhibit to the lobby of EPE's headquarters in downtown El Paso. The unveiling of the powerful portraits offers a glimpse of the faces and smiles of the remarkable youngsters in our community eagerly awaiting adoption. This exhibit serves as a reminder of the urgent need for permanent homes and the crucial role each of us plays in making that a reality.

EPE has a deep-rooted commitment to making a positive impact and believes in fostering a sense of belonging and support for all residents. It is this ethos that drives EPE's collaboration with the Heart Gallery, as they aim to illuminate the smiles of waiting children and create pathways to loving homes.

"We invite our community to join us in this endeavor of love and transformation," said Kelly Tomblin, President and CEO of El Paso Electric. "Together, we can weave a tapestry of hope and belonging for every child, ensuring they have the opportunity to thrive in a loving family. We hope to raise awareness and inspire community action to support these children in finding a family that will love and support them.”

“Every child possesses unique needs and dreams,” said Valeria Contreras, Executive Director of the Heart Gallery of El Paso. “For children experiencing foster care, they need supportive families who will help meet these needs but also support their dreams. We hope the Heart Gallery of El Paso can help elevate the stories and needs of these children to connect them with prospective adoptive families in the region.”

Facts about the Heart Gallery of El Paso:

• More than 30 youth are eager and waiting to be adopted.
• Through previous exhibits, the organization has successfully connected children with loving families.
• Those interested in hosting a Heart Gallery should contact the organization at 915-228-4108 or email hello@heartgalleryelpaso.org.

The portrait exhibit will grace the lobby of the EPE headquarters from March 13 to April 17. Visitors can pause, reflect and, perhaps, consider how they too can play a part in shaping brighter futures. For more information about the exhibit and adoption opportunities, visit the Heart Gallery of El Paso.

About the Heart Gallery of El Paso

The Heart Gallery of El Paso is a non-profit organization that showcases portrait exhibits that illuminate the spirit and individuality of children experiencing foster care, to advocate for their permanency, raise public awareness about their needs, and obtain support to help meet those needs. The community initiative is much more than a photo, it is a strengths-based, narrative-changing storytelling tool to help connect kids with prospective adoptive families.

About El Paso Electric

El Paso Electric is a regional energy provider that is engaged in generation, transmission, and distribution service to power approximately 460,000 customers in a 10,000-square mile area of the Rio Grande valley in west Texas and southern New Mexico.