Rhythm for a Reason

Abinash and Shalini strive to serve the community in all aspects of their lives.  Abinash, after fininshing Pulblic Health at Yale and serving with the World Health Organization decided to become a physician.  That lead Abinash and Shalini to Albuquerque, NM.  Abinash now works for the University of New Mexico Hospital as a Cardiology Fellow.  Shalini, left behind her engineering career at Nissan to help teach inner city children.  Shalini taught math at Amy Biehl High School where she inspired young people daily to be life long learners, respect the place they live, and be thankful.  Now, Shalini is the Director of Advancement for Amy Biehl High School.  Before starting Rhythm for a Reason, Shalini had another non-profit organization called Warm a Heart that collected funds to help the most desperate of Detroit. 

Board of Directors:

Abinash Achrekar, President, University of New Mexico Hospital

John Edward, Member, Edward Group

Mikhayla Harrell, Member, Explora

Monica Rinaldi, Secretary, Flywheel Ventures

Zach Seder, Member, SkyFuel

Shalini Shanker, Treasurer, Amy Biehl High School Foundation

Tori Stephens-Shauger, Vice President, Charter School

Our Committee

Our Sponsors

Over the last 6 years, several of Albuqeruque's businesses have banded together to support our organization.  Thank you!

Nob Hill Bar and Grill, Cupcakeology, Imbibe, Flying Star, Corrales Pizza, Chez D'or, Artichoke Cafe, Casa Rodena Winery, Arte de la Mano, Staples, Costco, Suncare, La Montanita Coop, The Grove, Serenity Day Spa, Ruby Shoesday, and Village Mercantile!

"A $15 cover may sound steep, but every penny is being donated to Project Share, a local nonprofit dedicated to feeding Albuquerque’s homeless. This Corrales charity gala is essentially a classy, overgrown house party with beautiful people to spare. Alidocious and DJ Kryst supply the soundtrack on Saturday. " Alibi, October 2007