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Melissa Moya of Weichert, Realtors® – Image Spearheads Backpack Fundraiser for Unhoused Children in Albuquerque

— Evan Roeser

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. / August 8, 2025 – Melissa Moya, a broker with Weichert, Realtors® – Image in Albuquerque, was a key organizer of the recent “Backpacks of Support” back-to-school fundraiser, sponsored by the Greater Albuquerque Association of REALTORS® Ambassador Program (GAP). Held throughout the month of July, the initiative benefited unhoused children in the local community as they prepare for the upcoming school year.

Moya serves as chair of the GAAR Ambassador Program (GAP), which leads numerous charitable events for the Albuquerque community. Through the efforts of Moya, fellow program members, community supporters, and other brokers at Weichert, Realtors® – Image, a large collection of backpacks were gathered and donated to unhoused children, helping them prepare for a successful start to the new school year.

“At Weichert, Realtors® – Image, we believe that making a difference starts right here in our community,” said Natalia Beraun, the company’s owner. “We love seeing our brokers get involved, take initiative, and bring people together for a cause that matters. We’re proud of Melissa’s efforts and our team’s generous support for the amazing cause.”

Weichert, Realtors® – Image is an independently owned and operated Weichert affiliate. The company serves the Albuquerque metro area.

For more information about Weichert, Realtors® – Image, located at 6705 Academy Road, NE Suite A in Albuquerque, call 505-207-3432 or visit www.wriabq.com.

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About Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc.: Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. is a top real estate franchisor established in 2001 by Jim Weichert, president, chairman and CEO of Weichert Companies, which has been in operation since 1969. The company provides a clearly defined business model for operating, managing, and marketing a real estate brokerage, along with industry-leading technology, marketing tools, and support. Its first affiliate opened in 2002, and the franchise network has since grown to over 350 offices, serving markets in over 40 states. The company has appeared on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list as a top residential real estate franchise and been identified by Franchise Business Review as a top franchise for owner satisfaction 10 years in a row. For more information about Weichert, visit Weichert.com. For more information about franchise opportunities, visit WeichertFranchise.com.

 Each Weichert® franchised office is independently owned and operated.

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