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Become part of the story: Donate to Empty Stocking Fund
Each winter, one of the clearest examples of how our community shows up for one another is the Empty Stocking Fund. This year, your generosity can go twice as far in helping our neighbors in need. Thanks to $65,000 in matching support from the Anderson Charitable Foundation and Anchorum Health Foundation, your early contribution to the Empty Stocking Fund will be matched dollar for dollar.
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Commonweal Conservancy Q&A
1. What is the history of the Galisteo Basin Preserve and what makes it such a special place? The Galisteo Basin is not a national monument. But it could be. The basin’s vast expanse of savannah grasslands, meandering arroyos, and pinon-juniper forest – framed by the Ortiz Mountains to the west and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the northeast – comprise a landscape of subtle beauty. It is a place whose landforms set the stage for an ever-changing shadow play of light and clouds against an azure sky.
Santa Fe Watershed Association
Since 1997, the Santa Fe Watershed Association has played an integral role in protecting the health and vibrancy of the Santa Fe River and its watershed though education, restoration, stewardship, and advocacy. As they celebrate 25 years, they reflect on victories of all sizes.
Conservation Voters New Mexico
Conservation Voters New Mexico (CVNM - a 501(c)4 organization),and CVNM Education Fund (a 501(c)3 organization) are a family of nonprofit organizations headquartered in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Their vision is for New Mexicans to thrive in just, resilient communities where conservation and cultural values guide decision-makers and public policies.
Community Matters: New Mexico Acequia Association
In honor of SFCF's environment focus in April, Santa Fe Community Foundation Hub Coordinator, Yolanda Cruz, talks to Paula Garcia, Executive Director of the New Mexico Acequia Association, about her organization's work in protecting our water and acequias, growing healthy food for our families and communities, and honoring our local heritage.
New Mexico Wildlife Center
New Mexico Wildlife Center's (NMWC) mission is to connect people and wildlife for an abundant tomorrow. Our wildlife hospital admits and treats over 800 patients per year from all over New Mexico with the goal of release back into the wild. NMWC's veterinarian and certified wildlife rehabilitators work seven days a week, 365 days per year to give the highest quality medical care to the animals in the wildlife hospital.
Community Matters: Native American Early Childhood Education and Care
Our March radio show Community Matters on KSFR featured Jovanna Archuleta, ECECD, the nation’s first Assistant Secretary for Native American Early Childhood Education and Care. She discussed early childhood in New Mexico with SFCF Hub Coordinator, Yolanda Cruz.
