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Community Matters: Environment & Land Stewardship
On this episode, we're joined by Mark Allison of New Mexico Wild to explore the importance of protecting New Mexico’s public lands and waters. From the role these shared landscapes play in our culture, economy, and quality of life to threats like climate change, federal policy shifts, impacts to Chaco Canyon, and the proposed Terrero Mine in the Upper Pecos watershed, we explore what’s at stake — and how community members can take action to help protect the places that define northern New Mexico.
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The Art of Generosity: Bienvenidos Outreach
The Art of Generosity — our new editorial series with Table Magazine — shines light on the people and organizations strengthening communities across New Mexico. In this first story, we meet Susan Tarver of Bienvenidos Outreach, whose work reflects how compassion, connection, and everyday acts of generosity can help neighbors meet basic needs and build lasting support systems.
Community Matters: Civic Engagement
How can everyday people shape the future of Santa Fe? On this episode of Community Matters, we talk with Tomás Rivera of the Chainbreaker Collective about housing justice, community land trusts, and why civic engagement at the local level matters more than ever.
Empower! Black Futures Community Fund: 2026 Grant Webinar
In this webinar, three members of the Empower! Black Futures Community Fund advisory committee reflect on the fund’s open grant opportunity, resourcing Black-led work, and the importance of strengthening Black life, arts, culture, and financial literacy across New Mexico.
La Clínica del Pueblo de Río Arriba
La Clínica del Pueblo de Río Arriba has been a trusted healthcare provider in northern New Mexico for more than 50 years, ensuring families in rural and remote communities can access quality, culturally responsive care close to home. Serving as a primary source of care for infants, toddlers, and caregivers in Rio Arriba County, the clinic recently launched La Clínica Baby Essentials — a new “baby bank” offering essential supplies, parenting education, and infant health screenings.
Community Matters: Universal Child Care
On this episode of Community Matters, we explore how universal child care is transforming life for New Mexico families and early childhood professionals. Two leaders close to the work — Dr. Hailey Heinz of the Early Childhood Education and Care Department and Deyanira Contreras of Kids Campus at Santa Fe Community College — share insights into our region's evolving child care landscape and why investing in access, quality, and a strong workforce matters for local communities.
The Food Depot
Families need more than groceries to stay healthy and stable. That is why The Food Depot also operates Diaper Depot, providing diapers, wipes, and resources to hundreds of families each month. This wraparound program supports household well-being and helps families stay on a stronger path toward food security.
