Nonprofits
RESources for nonprofits
Collaborating to build community
We are proud to be a go-to resource for the nonprofit organizations that do so much for communities across northern New Mexico. Through grantmaking and our Learning Hub educational programs, we foster deep relationships with nonprofits that share our unwavering dedication to positive change.

Grantseekers
View and learn more about our grants
The Santa Fe Community Foundation provides several opportunities for eligible nonprofits to apply for grants through funds at the Foundation.
BIPOC Nonprofit Leader Series
Leadership in our communities is more than strategy and deliverables; it is relational, cultural, and embodied. This series invites BIPOC nonprofit leaders — executive directors, staff, and board members — into a space designed for connection, reflection, and restoration.
Board Management — Board Matching through Thornburg Investment Management
The Thornburg Foundation is helping to match mission-driven nonprofits with skilled professionals from Thornburg Investment Management (TIM) for board service opportunities.
Board Management — Board Matching through Thornburg Investment Management
The Thornburg Foundation is helping to match mission-driven nonprofits with skilled professionals from Thornburg Investment Management (TIM) for board service opportunities.
Staff Leadership, Retention & Difficult Conversations
With Marsie Silvestro & Sarah Silva
Many rural New Mexico nonprofits operate without dedicated human resources staff or formal HR expertise. This session offers executive directors a supportive space for peer conversation and practical learning around people management in resource-constrained environments. This event is free; registration is required.
Foundation for Good Nonprofit Governance
With Nelsy Dominguez
This session offers a practical introduction to strong nonprofit governance — covering board roles, fiduciary responsibilities, and how boards can effectively support organizational leadership and mission.
Tips for Successful Strategic Planning
With Antionette Tellez-Humble
Designed with small organizations in mind, this session focuses on realistic approaches to strategic planning that can be adapted to organizations with limited staff, time, or resources. Participants will leave with practical tools and guiding questions they can use to start strategic planning conversations within their organization.