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Community Bulletin
Recent scholarship recipients share words of gratitude
Every scholarship awarded through the Santa Fe Community Foundation reflects our community’s belief in a student’s future. This year, thanks to the generosity of our donors and the dedication of our volunteer scholarship committees, more than $750,000 is helping local students like Cyrus and Lola pursue their dreams.
Q&A with Elizabeth Rice
SFCF fund advisor Elizabeth Rice's commitment to philanthropy began early, shaped by her mother’s unwavering dedication to service. Today, after almost 50 years in Santa Fe, she continues to invest in the region she calls home by supporting education and systems change.
Believing in Every Student: Ina Sussman-Miller's Enduring Impact
Ina Sussman Miller’s life was guided by a strong belief in the power of education. Born in Brooklyn and later making her home in Albuquerque, she spent decades helping young people find opportunities to learn and succeed. Through the Sussman Miller Educational Assistance Fund, her legacy continues to support students across New Mexico and beyond. The following Q&A is shared by a close friend who accompanied Ina in her philanthropic work.
What Works – Housing-Centered Solutions That End Homelessness
Part of
Part of the free educational event series A Community Approach to Homelessness and Housing. This session highlights evidence-based approaches that end homelessness — starting with housing and backed by the support people need to stay housed and thrive.
Giving USA: Making the Data Work for You
Part of
Fundraisers' Forum
Join us to explore the the newly released Giving USA annual report, the go-to resource for insights on charitable giving in the U.S. Together, we’ll break down the latest stats, discuss emerging trends, and explore how these findings can shape your fundraising strategies. Bring your questions and your experiences. This is a chance to get perspective and fresh ideas from peers facing similar challenges.
Strategic Planning Tools and Tips
Part of
Executive Director Learning Circle
This session provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of strategic planning. Participants will acquire practical tools for assessment, goal setting, and implementation planning. In addition to strategic planning, this session emphasizes the importance of strategic thinking and tactical actions.
Nature and Community Centered Therapist
Tewa Roots Society
The Nature and Community Centered Therapist (NCCT) provides trauma-informed, land-based, and culturally rooted therapy in Nambé Oweengeh and surrounding Pueblos. This role integrates Ecotherapy, Adventure Therapy, Systems-Based Therapy, and Peer Support, fostering relationships, collaboration, and community healing indoors and outdoors in alignment with TRS’s decolonial mission.
Operations Manager
Somos Un Pueblo Unido
Somos seeks a detail-oriented Operations Manager to oversee systems, HR, vendor management, and internal operations. Full-time (32-hour week), competitive salary, full benefits. Please send your resume and cover letter to somos@somosunpueblounido.org and copy Veronica Torres at v.torres0580@gmail.com by September 12, 2025. Include “Operations Manager” in the subject line. Position open until filled.
Director of Philanthropy
Communities in Schools of New Mexico
The Director of Philanthropy designs, implements, and manages a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support our organization’s $3 million annual budget. This includes leading all grant writing efforts, cultivating and stewarding individual donors, overseeing donor communications, and driving strategies to expand philanthropic support. The Philanthropy Director serves as the primary relationship manager for all funders, ensuring that existing supporters are cultivated to meet revenue goals.
