About Us

Old Dogs, New Tricks is a volunteer-run program in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Our mission, in the order that matters: help our neighbors over 60 discover the genuinely useful, genuinely fun things AI can do for them — and, along the way, make sure the old cons in their new clothes don’t stand a chance around here.

We’d rather be remembered as “the class that opened up exciting new possibilities” than as a lecture about scams. If someone forgets every warning but leaves knowing five new things AI can do for them, we count that as a win.

Volunteer with us

You do not need to be a computer whiz. Our best volunteers are simply patient people who like their neighbors. If you can share a cup of coffee and say “let’s try that again, no rush,” you’re qualified. Training provided; schedules flexible.

Donate

We run on printing costs, coffee, and goodwill. Every dollar goes to large-print handouts, refreshments, and keeping every class free. Call (575) 555-0100 to give — we’ll take a check, gladly, like it’s 1985.