News & Stories

A range of local community-led philanthropic initiatives are contributing to school betterment and student well-being. Here in the Santa Fe area, one shining example is the Santa Fe Community Foundation’s Dollars4Schools (D4S) program. 

This month on Community Matters, we speak with Rich Schrader, Executive Director of River Source, a local nonprofit that supports people living as good stewards of their watersheds by providing science and policy education, monitoring, and ecological restoration services throughout New Mexico.

Reading Quest, a nonprofit that provides free literacy tutoring and social emotional support for hundreds of striving readers, shares a student's story of success.

Reel Fathers supports fathers, youth, and families in building strong, vital relationships. Last year, the Santa Fe-based nonprofit served over 700 youth in four schools with an engaging program that featured expressive writing and visual art.

In this episode of Community Matters, we speak with Steve Smaby, founder of Collins Lake Ranch. Located in Mora County, the beautiful and tranquil 300-acre ranch uses the power of nature to create meaningful opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities and provide outdoor education programs for local youth.

The remote nature of northern New Mexico's rural towns and hamlets create unique challenges for their residents, including access to education, health, and economic opportunity. Local libraries and community centers are often the best place for residents to take advantage of essential services.