New Mexico Environment Grants

This funding program provides financial support to public and nonprofit entities in New Mexico for projects that improve outdoor trails and infrastructure, promoting access to nature and enhancing community health and well-being.

This grant provides funding to New Mexico local governments and organizations to implement community beautification projects that promote sustainability and engage residents.

This funding opportunity supports grassroots and small-to-medium-sized nonprofits in New Mexico that enhance community quality of life, culture, and environment through impactful initiatives.

This grant provides financial support to small to medium-sized nonprofits in New Mexico focused on improving community life, environment, and culture.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in New Mexico that create outdoor programs for underserved youth, promoting access to nature, environmental education, and career pathways in outdoor recreation.

This grant honors private landowners in New Mexico who demonstrate exceptional voluntary conservation practices that enhance natural resources, offering a $10,000 prize to inspire sustainable land management.

This award recognizes and celebrates nonprofit organizations in northern New Mexico that have made significant contributions to their communities, providing them with visibility and acknowledgment for their impactful work.

This program provides funding to local governments, tribal entities, and eligible private organizations in New Mexico to develop and improve tourism infrastructure that promotes sustainable and community-based tourism.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments in New Mexico for projects focused on reducing litter, promoting recycling, and enhancing community beautification efforts.

This reimbursement initiative provides financial support to small businesses, non-profits, and educational entities in Albuquerque for repairing or replacing damaged windows, promoting a safer and more attractive community.

This program provides financial support to New Mexico-based small businesses with federal SBIR or STTR grants, helping them commercialize innovative technologies and grow their market presence.

This grant provides funding for Santa Fe County artists to create projects that engage the public and demonstrate how art can address various challenges, with a focus on community involvement and creativity.

The New Mexico Foundation is offering grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in New Mexico, particularly those supporting rural communities, with a focus on areas such as nutrition, healthcare, recreation, animal welfare, and traditional social connections, aiming to promote social equity and improve the quality of life for all New Mexicans.

Applications are now being accepted for the Science & Technology Business Startup Grants from the New Mexico Economic Development Department. Donor Name: New Mexico Economic Development Department State: New Mexico County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/24/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The New Mexico Science & Technology Business Startup Grant is a competitive state-funded grant that supports small businesses engaged in research and development with the potential for commercializing their technology. This grant assists early-stage companies that are developing a unique product and exhibit strong growth potential. Funds from this grant are intended for business development expenses, providing recipients additional resources to commercialize their technology in their company’s early stage. Criteria New Mexico-based for-profit science or technology companies are eligible to apply. Applicants must be in one of the following industry sectors: aerospace, biosciences, advanced computing, intelligent manufacturing, and sustainable and green energy. For more information, visit EDD.

The Santa Fe Community Foundation is providing the Native American Advised Fund to support Indigenous-serving nonprofits across New Mexico that display a commitment to the Native core values of community, language, culture, and environment. Donor Name: Santa Fe Community Foundation State: New Mexico County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Native American Advised Fund at the Santa Fe Community Foundation, was established in 1993 with a gift from the late Allan Houser (Chiricahua Fort Sill Apache), a humanitarian and one of the world’s great artists. Grants are made from the fund based on the recommendations of an all-Native advisory committee representative of our region’s diverse Indigenous communities. Since its inception, the Native American Advised Fund has granted over $825,000 to Native-led and serving tribes, schools, and organizations. The Fund will operate in perpetuity, benefiting this and future generations. Only the income from the fund is used to make grants. Funding Information The Foundation offer $5,000, $10,000, $15,000, or $20,000 general operating support depending on your annual budget: Organizations with an annual budget up to $50,000 may apply for a $5,000 grant; Organizations with an annual budget between $50,001 – $150,000 may apply for a $10,000 grant; Organizations with an annual budget between $150,001 – $500,000 may apply for a $15,000 grant; and Organizations with an annual budget of $500,001 or more may apply for a $20,000 grant. Eligibility Criteria Grant applications will be accepted from organizations that: Are tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or are a public or governmental agency or a federally recognized tribe in the state of New Mexico, or that have a fiscal sponsor; Employ staff and provide services without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation; Are at least three years old; Have not already applied for a Community Grant this calendar year (only one Community Grant application per year per organization); If your organization received a donor advised grant from their last calendar year (but not a community grant), you are still eligible to apply for a competitive grant in the current calendar year. If your organization received a community grant from their last calendar year, or if you are not interested in applying for a grant, you may submit an abbreviated application to be included in the next Giving Together catalog, which goes out to fundholders. For more information, visit Santa Fe Community Foundation.

The Santa Fe Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Envision Fund to support nonprofits across New Mexico that are promoting the health, safety, and empowerment of at-risk and underserved LGBTQ+ communities. Donor Name: Santa Fe Community Foundation State: New Mexico County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Envision Fund of the Santa Fe Community Foundation is the first and largest philanthropic entity dedicated solely to LGBTQ+ causes in the state of New Mexico. Since its inception in 1997, the Envision Fund has made over $1 million  in grants. The Santa Fe Community Foundation partners with the members of the Envision advisory committee and sister community foundation across New Mexico to fund nonprofit organizations that are aligned with the LGBTQ+ funding priorities. The Envision Fund has four priority areas for making grants: Creating an HIV-free generation in New Mexico Combatting discrimination against LGBTQ+ people in whatever form (such as employment, housing, immigration, access to health services, etc.) Supporting school-based programs that create a safe environment for all students, including LGBTQ+ students Promoting holistic reproductive health and gender-affirming healthcare by ensuring access to comprehensive sexuality education, voluntary contraception, abortion care, and other reproductive/sexual health services. Funding Information The Foundation offer $5,000, $10,000, $15,000, or $20,000 general operating support depending on your annual budget: Organizations with an annual budget up to $50,000 may apply for a $5,000 grant; Organizations with an annual budget between $50,001 – $150,000 may apply for a $10,000 grant; Organizations with an annual budget between $150,001 – $500,000 may apply for a $15,000 grant; and Organizations with an annual budget of $500,001 or more may apply for a $20,000 grant. Eligibility Criteria Grant applications will be accepted from organizations that: Are tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or are a public or governmental agency or a federally recognized tribe in the state of New Mexico, or that have a fiscal sponsor; Employ staff and provide services without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation; Are at least three years old; Have not already applied for a Community Grant this calendar year (only one Community Grant application per year per organization); If your organization received a donor advised grant from their last calendar year (but not a community grant), you are still eligible to apply for a competitive grant in the current calendar year. If your organization received a community grant from their last calendar year, or if you are not interested in applying for a grant, you may submit an abbreviated application to be included in the next Giving Together catalog, which goes out to fundholders. For more information, visit Santa Fe Community Foundation.

Bernalillo County is excited to announce that the FY25 Neighborhood Grant program applications are being accepted now. Donor Name: Bernalillo County State: New Mexico County: Bernalillo County (NM) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 06/19/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Bernalillo County’s uniqueness and quality of life is tied to strong neighborhoods and active residents. Neighborhood associations and other groups play a vital role in enhancing and strengthening their own neighborhoods.  The Bernalillo County Neighborhood Grant Program was created to assist neighborhood groups to continue their participation and outreach to their members and all residents of Bernalillo County. Funding Information The maximum amount award possible is up to $5,000 per association, per grant period. Project/Event Requirements Must be performed within Bernalillo County (including areas in the city limits) Must provide a positive, public benefit to all residents Must be free and open to all residents within neighborhood association boundaries Must emphasize self-help, with project ideas initiated, planned and implemented by the neighbors and community members who will themselves be impacted by the project Strong neighborhood grant applications must include community match resources. Who may apply? Individual, recognized Neighborhood Associations within either Bernalillo County or the City of Albuquerque are eligible to apply for grant funding through this formal proposal. For more information, visit Bernalillo County.

The Tier 2 Regional Projects under the 2023 Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant aim to support larger, regional conservation-oriented, shovel-ready projects that provide recreational value and economic benefits to broader areas and multiple communities. These projects must be publicly accessible and demonstrate proven regional value. Eligible applicants include Tribes, Pueblos, Nations, municipalities, counties, nonprofits, public schools, colleges, soil and water conservation districts, and land grant associations. Projects must be completed within 24 months, with grants awarded up front and applications accepted on a rolling basis starting July 1, 2023 until funds are expended or June 30th 2024 (for FY24)

The Tier 1 Local Projects under the 2023 Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant aim to support conservation-oriented, shovel-ready projects that benefit specific communities. These projects must be publicly accessible and demonstrate economic benefits through improved quality of life, public health outcomes, and eco-tourism. Eligible applicants include Tribes, Pueblos, Nations, municipalities, counties, public schools, colleges, soil and water conservation districts, and land grant associations. Nonprofits are not eligible. Projects must be completed within 24 months, with grants awarded up front and applications accepted on a rolling basis starting July 1, 2023 until funds are expended or June 30th 2024 (for FY24)

The Santa Fe Community Foundation has selected and awarded the Piñon Awards to local nonprofit organizations that have made extraordinary contributions to the community. Donor Name: Santa Fe Community Foundation State: New Mexico County: Mora County (NM), Rio Arriba County (NM), San Miguel County (NM), Santa Fe County (NM) Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes Deadline:  05/10/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Award Categories Courageous Innovation Award An organization that is using a bold and courageous approach, based on sound theory, to create new solutions to persistent problems. Quiet Inspiration Award An organization whose hallmark it is to work quietly and respectfully among a wide range of people in the community, and has earned the longtime support and trust of its constituents. Resiliency Award An organization that builds the resilience of people and communities most vulnerable to emergencies, such as natural disasters, public health crises, and systemic injustices. Tried & True Award An organization that has served the community for over a decade with consistent and high-quality programs, services, and opportunities despite changes in the external environment. Eligibility Criteria Organizations and individuals may be nominated by a board member, funder, past Piñon Award recipient, or any member of the community. Staff from eligible nonprofits may also nominate their organization. Winning nonprofits: have operated for at least three years in northern New Mexico are a 501(c)(3) or tribal entity have a proven track record serve the Foundation’s geographic area of service (Santa Fe, Mora, Rio Arriba, and San Miguel counties); their work is aligned with one or more of the Foundation’s funding priorities: Arts & Culture, Animal Welfare, Civic & Economic Opportunities, Education, Environment, and Health & Wellbeing. For more information, visit Santa Fe Community Foundation.