Elizabeth Chavez “Lizzie” is the Child/Youth Educator.  Lizzie recently moved to Big Lake and started working for Friends For Hope on October 15, 2007.  She has the privilege of working with the Heroes, Jr. Stars, and Stars groups.  Lizzie strongly believes in what Friends For Hope stands for and is very proud to be a part of the organization. 

Lizzie was previously employed with the Concho Valley Council of Governments and was teaching for the Head Start program in Sonora.  She enjoys working with children, especially the children and youth of Big Lake.  Lizzie believes that it is no mistake that God brought her to Big Lake and she is very excited and ready to use the talents and life experiences to help others.  Lizzie is very impressed with the community of Big Lake; she has yet to see another town like Big Lake that is so united, compassionate and caring.  

Lizzie is a blessed single mother of two boys and enjoys them very much.  She also enjoys spending time with family and friends. Spending time with her five beautiful sisters and mom and dad out at the ranch, singing for a good cause, church, dance ( ballet, salsa, meringue), playing tennis, and music.  Lizzie hopes to make a difference and touch the lives of our youth.  Lizzie hopes to be a positive non judgmental advocate, and team leader.  It’s cool to respect ourselves and stand up for what we believe in!