Wise Fool New Mexico
Wise Fool New Mexico has a staff that is culturally diverse, and 74% identify publicly as LGBTQ+. Our flagship program BUST! fosters openness and acceptance of diversity by prioritizing self-identity as women, trans, or gender non-conforming people, and by making space for all body abilities. Teen BUST! is a two-week camp offered to low-income girls, non- binary, and at-promise youth who are nominated by teachers and counselors. By boosting the creative expression, both programs build social-emotional skills, expand self-confidence, and foster trust and teamwork. The participants ultimately become part of our vibrant Wise Fool community, and with gained resilience they can shield against life's perils.
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The Santa Fe Community Foundation invited its nonprofit grantees to submit stories related to its June topic of LGBTQ+ Pride.
League of Women Voters of Santa Fe County
The League of Women Voters of Santa Fe County is empowering the next generation of voters through its innovative High School Voter Registration Program. This student-driven initiative trains high schoolers as certified Voter Registration Agents (VRAs), equipping them to register their peers and foster civic leadership. In Fall 2024, nine student VRAs registered 500 new voters through school partnerships, friendly competitions, and mentorship—proving that youth-led outreach can meaningfully boost civic participation. With added focus on media literacy and combating misinformation, this program goes beyond registration to build informed, engaged citizens. By uniting students, educators, and community leaders, LWVSFC is laying the foundation for a stronger, more inclusive democracy.
College and Career Plaza
College and Career Plaza ensures that students in Santa Fe and northern New Mexico graduate with a vision and a plan for the future. Alliyah Noor, Executive Director of College and Career Plaza, shares the importance of early guidance for future goals.
New Mexico Wild
New Mexico Wild, alongside a diverse coalition of stakeholders, helped secure a crucial protection that will temporarily shield vital tributaries and headwaters in Santa Fe and San Miguel counties while federal agencies study the possibility of extending protections for 20 years.
