New Mexico Health Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally recognized Native American tribes and tribal organizations to develop and implement community health aide programs tailored to their specific healthcare needs.

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 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 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 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.

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.

This grant supports local LGBTQIA+ groups in selected counties of New Mexico. It aims to fund ongoing programs that offer social support across all ages within the queer community. The grant encourages initiatives in the arts, humanities, and social sciences, focusing on human rights, public health, sex education, and various cultural expressions. Projects that address significant needs within the queer community are prioritized.

The Hancock Family Foundation, in partnership with the Albuquerque Community Foundation, provides grants to support community-based charitable activities throughout New Mexico. The foundation's core mission is to elevate health and welfare, promote literacy, enrich cultural arts, and address food insecurity. This statewide grant program aims to foster leadership and encouragement within these vital areas, with a preference for organizations with operating budgets under $2 million, and a maximum award of $5,000 per grant. A key focus for the Hancock Family Foundation is education, specifically targeting children’s literacy programs, English as a Second Language (ESL) education, and primary education enrichment. In the realm of health and welfare, the foundation supports shelters for women and children, individuals seeking safe havens during medical procedures, survivors of domestic violence, and women’s health and family planning services. Through these efforts, the foundation strategically addresses critical needs and works towards a theory of change that empowers vulnerable populations and improves their overall well-being. The foundation also strongly values the transformative power of the arts. It embraces community-based arts initiatives, with a particular emphasis on youth programming that nurtures creativity and self-expression. By investing in cultural arts, the Hancock Family Foundation seeks to enrich the lives of young people and foster a vibrant creative community. The expected outcomes of the Hancock Family Foundation's grant program include improved literacy rates, enhanced access to healthcare and safe environments for women and children, reduced food insecurity, and increased participation in and appreciation of the arts among youth. While specific measurable results are not detailed in the provided information, the foundation's strategic priorities are clearly aligned with creating tangible positive impacts in these key areas across New Mexico.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally recognized Indian Tribes in the western U.S. to address immediate drought challenges and improve water resource management.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in New Mexico that focus on improving the lives of youth and families through programs in areas such as at-risk youth support, community enrichment, education, STEM, and arts and culture.

The Wellness Fund Grant aims to support non-profit organizations in southern New Mexico focused on improving maternal/child health and wellness outcomes. Eligible organizations located in Doña Ana, Hidalgo, Grant, Lincoln, Luna, Otero, and Sierra counties can apply for funding. The grant supports projects in education, direct services, prevention/wellness, programmatic support, and addressing social determinants of health. Grants typically range from $3,000 to $10,000 annually, with multi-year grants for 2024 ranging from $20,000 to $30,000.

The Kerr Foundation, Inc. focuses on supporting 501(c)(3) organizations that offer new or enhanced opportunities, especially for the youth, within its granting areas. The Foundation prioritizes projects in education, health, cultural development, and community service. While there's a preference for Oklahoma-based organizations, grants are also awarded to entities in Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Texas, and the Washington D.C. area. Challenge Grants are typically awarded, requiring the recipient to match the grant amount within twelve months. The Foundation does not award consecutive annual grants to the same organization. A letter of inquiry is required before a formal grant application can be submitted. Grant renewed every year. Annual deadline: June 30th

The Winter Family Fund is a grant opportunity provided by the Douglas County Community Foundation. The fund aims to make a meaningful difference in the lives of at-risk and vulnerable populations, with a focus on children and families in specific geographic areas. Eligible organizations must primarily focus on serving disadvantaged, vulnerable, or at-risk children, youth, and families. However, grants can also be made to charitable organizations that don't meet this specific description as long as the funds are targeted for services benefiting these populations. Applicants must be 501(c)(3) entities, tribal organizations, or governmental agencies that conduct business without discrimination. The geographic focus of the grants is primarily on Douglas County, Franklin County, and Johnson County in Kansas, as well as Taos County in New Mexico. The grant application is available from October 1st through November 1st each year, with grants announced by January 15th of the following year. The grant amount varies based on available funds. Successful applicants will need to complete the Winter Family Fund Grant Proposal Application and demonstrate how their proposal aligns with the fund's mission. General operating expenses, ongoing litigation support, multi-year requests, annual campaigns, event sponsorships, fundraising events, lobbying or political activities, debt retirement, non-charitable activities for individuals or endowment funds are not eligible for funding. In 2022 and 2021 respectively, the Winter Family Fund awarded $70,000 and $89,313 in grants to various organizations supporting children and families in need. Interested applicants can apply through the Douglas County Community Foundation's Grant Management System using this link: [https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=dccfoundation](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=dccfoundation).

This program provides $40 million in funding over three years to support projects that improve environmental health and resilience in historically marginalized communities across EPA Region 6.

This grant provides funding to organizations in New Mexico for programs that promote dental education and improve oral health among underserved children and at-risk populations.

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.

This grant provides funding to agricultural professionals and organizations in the Western U.S. to implement educational and demonstration projects that promote the adoption of sustainable farming practices based on previous research findings.

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.