At Pegasus, we believe that every child deserves safety, stability, and the opportunity to thrive. For over two decades, we’ve stood beside the most vulnerable members of our community, children facing abuse, neglect, homelessness, or complex legal challenges, with compassionate, no-cost legal representation. This year was not without its challenges. Amid shifting policies, service disruptions, and uncertainty at multiple levels, many of the children and families we serve experienced heightened fear, instability, and hardship. In response, Pegasus stepped up, expanding services and strategically tapping into reserve funding to meet the moment with resilience, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to justice.

In response to the growing needs of New Mexico’s children and youth, we launched services for undocumented youth and began offering adoption services. These milestones were not achieved alone. They were made possible because people like you believe in justice for all children—regardless of their background or life circumstances. Your donations, your advocacy, and your trust in our mission continue to spark hope and fuel our determination. The work is far from over. As we look to the future, we are committed to deepening our impact, strengthening our programs, and reaching even more children in need.

Pegasus was founded in 2002 by two Albuquerque lawyers, Tara Ford and Liz McGrath. Both attorneys worked as lawyers for children and youth in foster care and had seen the benefits of having a skilled lawyer to advocate for these children. Their experience led them to believe that children and youth outside of the foster care system would also benefit from access to legal services.

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