Santa Fe
Community Foundation
Our 2024 fall grant cycle is open!
As part of our 2024 fall grant cycle, we welcome proposals from local nonprofits working to improve outcomes in Animal Welfare, Arts & Culture, Education, and Environment. Learn more and apply by August 30:
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We are dedicated to the health and vitality of northern New Mexico
Since 1981, the Santa Fe Community Foundation has been dedicated to improving the health and vitality of northern New Mexico. As a comprehensive center for community philanthropy, we are proud to fund and collaborate with hundreds of local nonprofits, connect thousands of generous donors to giving opportunities, and support causes that improve the quality of life for all in our region.
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Our funding priorities
In addition to providing charitable investment services to donors and nonprofits, the Foundation is committed to addressing the most pressing needs in our community.
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Community Leadership
Community leadership starts with you. Join us in increasing donor impact, improving nonprofit performance, and promoting the longterm health of northern New Mexico.
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Early Childhood
Early childhood, particularly ages prenatal to three years, is a critical developmental period with a lifelong impact on educational, social, physical, and cognitive development. We work to ensure our youngest and most vulnerable neighbors have the best start in life possible.
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Education
Education is about more than what goes on in a classroom; it's also about opening doors to a brighter future. We work to empower our region’s children and youth with educational opportunities that carry them into successful careers and beyond.
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Impact Investing
How we invest can drive positive social and environmental change. We commit 10% of our pooled endowment assets to invest in promising local opportunities that promote our mission while providing financial return.
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LGBTQ+
We believe in justice and equity for all in New Mexico. Join us in fighting discrimination, advancing support, and promoting the health and wellbeing of our friends in the LGBTQ+ community.
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Native American
Our region is fortunate to be the home of 23 pueblos, tribes, and nations. We support Native-led and -serving organizations to protect Indigenous lifeways today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.
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NextGen
A new generation of philanthropists is rising—and they're rethinking what the sector can be. We engage, connect, and collaborate with our region's youngest philanthropists to help them maximize their giving power and realize their vision for the future.
Our Impact
Our contribution in numbers
We're proud to be the largest nonprofit funder in New Mexico, partnering with hundreds of individuals and organizations to improve the quality of life in our region.
42 years of service
$130+ million given in grants
550+ charitable funds
3,000+ organizations supported
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Make an impact
Our many giving opportunities, community connections, and dedicated team make it easy to support the causes you care about. Whether you’re ready to give to an existing effort or establish a new fund, we’re here to help you make a lasting impact in northern New Mexico.
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Get the support you need
We offer funding opportunities for nonprofits across northern New Mexico in addition to tailored learning opportunities and resources through our Learning Hub.
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2024 Fall Grant Cycle: Pre-Proposal Info Session
Hosted by Diane Hamamoto, Director of Grants & Community Impact
Attention nonprofits! This hour-long information session will walk you through the Santa Fe Community Foundation's 2024 fall grant proposal process and include a Q&A session. Please note that our two pre-proposal sessions (offered on July 30 & August 8 ) cover the same information. We encourage you to sign up for whichever date works best with your schedule.
Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project
Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project is a nonprofit organization focused on education and protection of the cultural landscape of the northern Rio Grande Valley. Working with youth is a core initiative of the project.
Operations Manager
Girls Inc. of Santa Fe
The Operations Manager is crucial to the day-to-day operations of Girls Inc. of Santa Fe. This position ensures that all departments at both our administrative office and our program center have the administrative and operational support they need and participate in the development of long-term goals for operational efficiency.
2024 Fall Grant Cycle: Pre-Proposal Info Session
Hosted by Diane Hamamoto, Director of Grants & Community Impact
Attention nonprofits! This hour-long information session will walk you through the Santa Fe Community Foundation's 2024 fall grant proposal process and include a Q&A session. Please note that our two pre-proposal sessions (offered on July 30 & August 8 ) cover the same information. We encourage you to sign up for whichever date works best with your schedule.
Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project
Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project is a nonprofit organization focused on education and protection of the cultural landscape of the northern Rio Grande Valley. Working with youth is a core initiative of the project.
Operations Manager
Girls Inc. of Santa Fe
The Operations Manager is crucial to the day-to-day operations of Girls Inc. of Santa Fe. This position ensures that all departments at both our administrative office and our program center have the administrative and operational support they need and participate in the development of long-term goals for operational efficiency.
2024 Fall Grant Cycle: Pre-Proposal Info Session
Hosted by Diane Hamamoto, Director of Grants & Community Impact
Attention nonprofits! This hour-long information session will walk you through the Santa Fe Community Foundation's 2024 fall grant proposal process and include a Q&A session. Please note that our two pre-proposal sessions (offered on July 30 & August 8 ) cover the same information. We encourage you to sign up for whichever date works best with your schedule.
Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project
Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project is a nonprofit organization focused on education and protection of the cultural landscape of the northern Rio Grande Valley. Working with youth is a core initiative of the project.
Operations Manager
Girls Inc. of Santa Fe
The Operations Manager is crucial to the day-to-day operations of Girls Inc. of Santa Fe. This position ensures that all departments at both our administrative office and our program center have the administrative and operational support they need and participate in the development of long-term goals for operational efficiency.
2024 Fall Grant Cycle: Pre-Proposal Info Session
Hosted by Diane Hamamoto, Director of Grants & Community Impact
Attention nonprofits! This hour-long information session will walk you through the Santa Fe Community Foundation's 2024 fall grant proposal process and include a Q&A session. Please note that our two pre-proposal sessions (offered on July 30 & August 8 ) cover the same information. We encourage you to sign up for whichever date works best with your schedule.
Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project
Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project is a nonprofit organization focused on education and protection of the cultural landscape of the northern Rio Grande Valley. Working with youth is a core initiative of the project.
Operations Manager
Girls Inc. of Santa Fe
The Operations Manager is crucial to the day-to-day operations of Girls Inc. of Santa Fe. This position ensures that all departments at both our administrative office and our program center have the administrative and operational support they need and participate in the development of long-term goals for operational efficiency.
2024 Fall Grant Cycle: Pre-Proposal Info Session
Hosted by Diane Hamamoto, Director of Grants & Community Impact
Attention nonprofits! This hour-long information session will walk you through the Santa Fe Community Foundation's 2024 fall grant proposal process and include a Q&A session. Please note that our two pre-proposal sessions (offered on July 30 & August 8 ) cover the same information. We encourage you to sign up for whichever date works best with your schedule.
Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project
Mesa Prieta Petroglyph Project is a nonprofit organization focused on education and protection of the cultural landscape of the northern Rio Grande Valley. Working with youth is a core initiative of the project.
Operations Manager
Girls Inc. of Santa Fe
The Operations Manager is crucial to the day-to-day operations of Girls Inc. of Santa Fe. This position ensures that all departments at both our administrative office and our program center have the administrative and operational support they need and participate in the development of long-term goals for operational efficiency.