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News & Stories
Q&A with Victoria Rabinowe
In this heartfelt Q&A, SFCF fund advisor Victoria Rabinowe shares the powerful personal history and values that shape her philanthropic journey. A native New Yorker and the descendant of Austrian refugees, Victoria was inspired early on by her family's resilience and commitment to helping others. Her giving is deeply rooted in memory, justice, and gratitude—supporting local organizations that champion immigrant rights, empower women and girls, foster peace, and uplift artisans. Through the Foundation, she has found a trusted partner to help steward her inherited legacy into impactful community action. With warmth and clarity, Victoria reveals how philanthropy can be both a tribute to the past and a promise to the future.
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Another great Empty Stocking Year
Thanks to the generosity of so many of donors throughout northern New Mexico, we were able to grant out $412,000 to 324 families in need. Today, we invite you to learn more about the how our Empty Stocking Fund served northern New Mexico families this past holiday season.
Local nonprofits leading the way in senior services
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that more than 30% of New Mexico's population will be over age 60 by the year 2030, an increase of nearly 50% from 2012. We invite you to learn more about local nonprofits that are working to meet a critical and ever-growing need for senior services.
Grantee Survey on Executive Order Impacts
Thornburg Foundation, Anchorum Health Foundation, and Santa Fe Community Foundation are conducting a survey to help us understand how recent executive orders impact your nonprofit's work so that we can better support you in navigating these changes.
Community Matters: Dr. Opal Lee, Dione Sims & Hakim Bellamy
In honor of MLK Day, on this Community Matters episode we share a portion of our conversation between renowned activists Dr. Opal Lee and Ms. Dione Sims — both instrumental in the movement to make Juneteenth a federally-recognized holiday — and Hakim Bellamy, the inaugural Poet Laureate of Albuquerque and advisory committee member of the Empower! Black Futures Community Fund at Santa Fe Community Foundation.
Through Giving Circles, Santa Fe Community Foundation Exhibits the Value of Equity
The Foundation takes a direct approach to philanthropy, helping deploy funds and resources to not only meet the needs of people, organizations, and causes in New Mexico, but also empower them to flourish far into the future. The Foundation has found that one of the best ways to accomplish this synergy is through stewarding identity-based giving circles.
Support Wildfire Recovery in Los Angeles County
Our hearts are with everyone who has been affected by the wildfires that have devastated California communities. Our sister foundation, California Community Foundation, has activated its Wildfire Recovery Fund to complement immediate relief, addressing the long-term recovery needs of impacted neighborhoods. Please consider making a donation today.
