Reconnect. Rebuild. Rise.

Reconnecting With The Disconnected (RWTD) is a community-driven nonprofit helping individuals reconnect with opportunity, education, and purpose through mentorship, life skills training, and veteran-focused outreach.

Our Core Focus

Hands-on community service, social-emotional learning, and dedicated support—built to help young people and veterans thrive together.

At-Risk Youth Mentorship
Civic Cleanups
Veteran Programs (RO)
Events & Life Skills

RWTD Community Programs

RWTD organizes structured programs connecting individuals to life-changing resources, accountability, and community care.

Youth

Mentorship & Life Skills

An 8-week structured curriculum for youth ages 12–18, combining social-emotional learning, academic support, and weekend community service learning.

Learn about Youth Support →
Community

Engagement & Civic Action

Neighborhood restoration projects, arroyo and park cleanups, and volunteer service that build teamwork, pride, and local impact across El Paso.

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Veterans

Recker’s Outreach (Featured)

Veteran-focused support and outreach—operated as a separate business and featured within RWTD, led by Army veteran Samantha Recker.

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Recker’s Outreach (RO) Featured Veteran Program • Community Partner
Samantha Recker, Founder
Samantha Recker
Founder & Veteran Advocate
Sgt. 1st Class, U.S. Army (Ret.)

"Providing our residents with the dedication and motivation to be successful. We believe everyone deserves a meaningful chance to reconnect with their purpose."

Support the Mission

Your direct contributions provide essential resources, clothing, food, and training materials for vulnerable youth and veterans in El Paso.

Support a Veteran

With as little as $5, you can make an immediate difference. Donations fund employment workshops, life skills sessions, and vital basic necessities.

Donate via PayPal

Walmart Essentials Registry

Donate tangible goods—purchase socks, warm clothing, hygiene products, and personal care supplies shipped directly to our program participants.

View Walmart Registry

THD Home Depot Cleanup Registry

Help supply rakes, lawn mowers, weed trimmers, contractor bags, and safety equipment for our volunteer Senior and Veteran cleanup operations.

View Home Depot Registry
Community Assistance

Senior & Veteran Lawn Care Cleanup Program

Cleanup Help for Older Adults & Veterans: If you are age 60+ or a veteran residing in El Paso County and need assistance maintaining your yard, we can help.

If you have received a notice or citation from City of El Paso Code Enforcement, reach out to our team. Eligible seniors and veterans receive volunteer lawn mowing, weed clearance, and landscaping cleanup at no cost. Community donations help keep our equipment fueled and maintained.

Request Yard Cleanup Help Join a Volunteer Cleanup
PayPal Donation QR Code

Support Fuel & Tool Upkeep

Donate $5 to Lawn Care

Connect With RWTD on Social Media

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Contact Information

Headquarters Address 3801 Memphis Ave, El Paso, TX 79930
Office Hours Mon – Fri: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM MDT