New Mexico grants for Nonprofits

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the western U.S. to support projects that promote understanding and appreciation of Japanese arts and culture through various community activities.

This funding initiative provides financial support to organizations in New Mexico that promote creative entrepreneurship and industry development, particularly those serving rural and underserved communities.

This grant provides funding for non-profit organizations in Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado to support measurable projects in the arts, education, animal and human welfare, and environmental initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Western United States that implement high-impact, sustainable programs benefiting their communities.

This grant provides $5,000 to eligible nonprofit organizations, government units, and tribal communities in New Mexico to collaboratively plan and integrate arts-based practices into community health initiatives, culminating in a detailed community plan.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in eight states to improve community wellbeing through initiatives focused on basic needs, education, economic development, and partnerships with United Way.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the greater El Paso area for projects that enhance community quality of life through arts, education, health, environmental initiatives, and economic development.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public agencies in Taos and western Colfax Counties for special events that improve community life and promote inclusivity.

This program provides financial assistance to rural communities along the U.S.-Mexico border to improve access to safe drinking water and waste disposal services, addressing serious health risks in historically underserved areas.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, ranchers, and community-led groups in the Southern Great Plains to restore grassland habitats and support sustainable ranching practices.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local water authorities, Indian tribes, and other eligible entities for small-scale water storage projects that improve water management and resilience in the Western United States, Alaska, and Hawaii.

This funding opportunity supports New Mexico organizations in creating and expanding arts programs specifically for military-connected individuals, including veterans, active-duty service members, and their families.

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

This grant provides funding for organizations in Lea County, New Mexico, to support projects that improve community quality of life, focusing on social services, education, economic development, and community safety.

This funding opportunity supports projects that restore and sustain rivers, streams, and grasslands in southeastern New Mexico and west Texas, benefiting various wildlife species and encouraging collaboration with landowners and conservation partners.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in specific New Mexico counties to enhance community resilience and improve access to healthy food options while addressing the impacts of natural disasters.

This funding opportunity supports urban and community forestry projects aimed at increasing tree canopy in disadvantaged communities, available to public colleges, universities, and tribal entities in New Mexico.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits in New Mexico for projects that reduce wildfire risks and promote community resilience against climate change.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations, including state and tribal governments and nonprofits, to address environmental hazards and restore degraded public lands in New Mexico.

The Santa Fe Community Foundation's Piñon Awards program recognizes local nonprofit organizations that have made extraordinary contributions to the community in northern New Mexico. These awards align with the Foundation's mission to strengthen the community by supporting impactful organizations. The program's strategic priorities are to identify and honor nonprofits demonstrating courageous innovation, quiet inspiration, resiliency, and consistent, high-quality programs. The target beneficiaries of the Piñon Awards are 501(c)(3) or tribal entities that have operated for at least three years in northern New Mexico (specifically Santa Fe, Mora, Rio Arriba, and San Miguel counties) and have a proven track record. These organizations serve communities aligned with the Foundation’s funding priorities, which include Arts & Culture, Animal Welfare, Civic & Economic Opportunities, Education, Environment, and Health & Wellbeing. The program focuses on recognizing organizations that exemplify specific qualities through its award categories. The Courageous Innovation Award celebrates new solutions to persistent problems, based on sound theory. The Quiet Inspiration Award honors organizations working respectfully within the community, earning long-term support and trust. The Resiliency Award acknowledges efforts to build resilience in vulnerable communities facing emergencies and systemic injustices. Finally, the Tried & True Award recognizes organizations with over a decade of consistent, high-quality service despite external changes. Expected outcomes include increased visibility and recognition for these high-impact organizations, fostering continued excellence and innovation in the nonprofit sector. While specific measurable results for the Piñon Awards themselves are not detailed as quantitative metrics in the provided text, the criteria for winning nonprofits, such as a proven track record and alignment with funding priorities, serve as qualitative indicators of successful impact within the community. The Foundation's theory of change, implicit in these awards, is that by recognizing and celebrating effective organizations, it encourages best practices, strengthens the local nonprofit ecosystem, and ultimately contributes to the overall well-being and resilience of northern New Mexico.