Santa Fe
Community Foundation
Piñon Awards nominations are open
Nominations for our 38th Annual Piñon Awards are open through Friday, May 10, 2024. Four winning nonprofits will be honored at our awards ceremony in the fall and receive a general operations grant.
We are dedicated to the health and vitality of northern New Mexico
Since 1981, the Santa Fe Community Foundation has been dedicated to improving the health and vitality of northern New Mexico. As a comprehensive center for community philanthropy, we are proud to fund and collaborate with hundreds of local nonprofits, connect thousands of generous donors to giving opportunities, and support causes that improve the quality of life for all in our region.
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Our funding priorities
In addition to providing charitable investment services to donors and nonprofits, the Foundation is committed to addressing the most pressing needs in our community.
Community Leadership
Community leadership starts with you. Join us in increasing donor impact, improving nonprofit performance, and promoting the longterm health of northern New Mexico.
Early Childhood
Early childhood, particularly ages prenatal to three years, is a critical developmental period with a lifelong impact on educational, social, physical, and cognitive development. We work to ensure our youngest and most vulnerable neighbors have the best start in life possible.
Education
Education is about more than what goes on in a classroom; it's also about opening doors to a brighter future. We work to empower our region’s children and youth with educational opportunities that carry them into successful careers and beyond.
Impact Investing
How we invest can drive positive social and environmental change. We commit 10% of our pooled endowment assets to invest in promising local opportunities that promote our mission while providing financial return.
LGBTQ+
We believe in justice and equity for all in New Mexico. Join us in fighting discrimination, advancing support, and promoting the health and wellbeing of our friends in the LGBTQ+ community.
Native American
Our region is fortunate to be the home of 23 pueblos, tribes, and nations. We support Native-led and -serving organizations to protect Indigenous lifeways today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.
NextGen
A new generation of philanthropists is rising—and they're rethinking what the sector can be. We engage, connect, and collaborate with our region's youngest philanthropists to help them maximize their giving power and realize their vision for the future.
Our Impact
Our contribution in numbers
We're proud to be the largest nonprofit funder in New Mexico, partnering with hundreds of individuals and organizations to improve the quality of life in our region.
42 years of service
$130+ million given in grants
550+ charitable funds
3,000+ organizations supported
Make an impact
Our many giving opportunities, community connections, and dedicated team make it easy to support the causes you care about. Whether you’re ready to give to an existing effort or establish a new fund, we’re here to help you make a lasting impact in northern New Mexico.
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Get the support you need
We offer funding opportunities for nonprofits across northern New Mexico in addition to tailored learning opportunities and resources through our Learning Hub.
Accessing Government Funds
with Tsiporah Nephesh & Greg Knadle
In this session, we invite you to learn about ways nonprofits can access Federal, State, County, and municipal funding; understand the Anti-Donation Clause and the effects of the continuing resolution at the federal level; and hear about upcoming changes that will make federal grants easier to get and be more equitable.
Community Matters: Street Homeless Animal Project
In this episode of Community Matters, we speak with Karen Cain, an Animal and Human Rights activist, homeless advocate, licensed mental health therapist, and the Founder and Executive Director of the Northern New Mexico Street Homeless Animal Project. “SHAP” has provided vital support to the unhoused and their animal companions for over 25 years, offering essential vet services and providing supplies like food, leashes, and blankets to over 150 human-animal families each year.
Human Resources / Employee Relations Officer
Museum of New Mexico Foundation
The Human Resources/Employee Relations Officer (ERO) oversees and coordinates organizational human resource activities including recruitment, staffing, manage and monitor departments' employee relations programs. This individual will also provide professional consultation to the President/CEO and supervisors in matters pertaining to employment law, discipline, conflict resolution and the grievance/arbitration process. Creating and promoting healthy interoffice relationships between employees.
Accessing Government Funds
with Tsiporah Nephesh & Greg Knadle
In this session, we invite you to learn about ways nonprofits can access Federal, State, County, and municipal funding; understand the Anti-Donation Clause and the effects of the continuing resolution at the federal level; and hear about upcoming changes that will make federal grants easier to get and be more equitable.
Community Matters: Street Homeless Animal Project
In this episode of Community Matters, we speak with Karen Cain, an Animal and Human Rights activist, homeless advocate, licensed mental health therapist, and the Founder and Executive Director of the Northern New Mexico Street Homeless Animal Project. “SHAP” has provided vital support to the unhoused and their animal companions for over 25 years, offering essential vet services and providing supplies like food, leashes, and blankets to over 150 human-animal families each year.
Human Resources / Employee Relations Officer
Museum of New Mexico Foundation
The Human Resources/Employee Relations Officer (ERO) oversees and coordinates organizational human resource activities including recruitment, staffing, manage and monitor departments' employee relations programs. This individual will also provide professional consultation to the President/CEO and supervisors in matters pertaining to employment law, discipline, conflict resolution and the grievance/arbitration process. Creating and promoting healthy interoffice relationships between employees.
Accessing Government Funds
with Tsiporah Nephesh & Greg Knadle
In this session, we invite you to learn about ways nonprofits can access Federal, State, County, and municipal funding; understand the Anti-Donation Clause and the effects of the continuing resolution at the federal level; and hear about upcoming changes that will make federal grants easier to get and be more equitable.
Community Matters: Street Homeless Animal Project
In this episode of Community Matters, we speak with Karen Cain, an Animal and Human Rights activist, homeless advocate, licensed mental health therapist, and the Founder and Executive Director of the Northern New Mexico Street Homeless Animal Project. “SHAP” has provided vital support to the unhoused and their animal companions for over 25 years, offering essential vet services and providing supplies like food, leashes, and blankets to over 150 human-animal families each year.
Human Resources / Employee Relations Officer
Museum of New Mexico Foundation
The Human Resources/Employee Relations Officer (ERO) oversees and coordinates organizational human resource activities including recruitment, staffing, manage and monitor departments' employee relations programs. This individual will also provide professional consultation to the President/CEO and supervisors in matters pertaining to employment law, discipline, conflict resolution and the grievance/arbitration process. Creating and promoting healthy interoffice relationships between employees.
Accessing Government Funds
with Tsiporah Nephesh & Greg Knadle
In this session, we invite you to learn about ways nonprofits can access Federal, State, County, and municipal funding; understand the Anti-Donation Clause and the effects of the continuing resolution at the federal level; and hear about upcoming changes that will make federal grants easier to get and be more equitable.
Community Matters: Street Homeless Animal Project
In this episode of Community Matters, we speak with Karen Cain, an Animal and Human Rights activist, homeless advocate, licensed mental health therapist, and the Founder and Executive Director of the Northern New Mexico Street Homeless Animal Project. “SHAP” has provided vital support to the unhoused and their animal companions for over 25 years, offering essential vet services and providing supplies like food, leashes, and blankets to over 150 human-animal families each year.
Human Resources / Employee Relations Officer
Museum of New Mexico Foundation
The Human Resources/Employee Relations Officer (ERO) oversees and coordinates organizational human resource activities including recruitment, staffing, manage and monitor departments' employee relations programs. This individual will also provide professional consultation to the President/CEO and supervisors in matters pertaining to employment law, discipline, conflict resolution and the grievance/arbitration process. Creating and promoting healthy interoffice relationships between employees.
Accessing Government Funds
with Tsiporah Nephesh & Greg Knadle
In this session, we invite you to learn about ways nonprofits can access Federal, State, County, and municipal funding; understand the Anti-Donation Clause and the effects of the continuing resolution at the federal level; and hear about upcoming changes that will make federal grants easier to get and be more equitable.
Community Matters: Street Homeless Animal Project
In this episode of Community Matters, we speak with Karen Cain, an Animal and Human Rights activist, homeless advocate, licensed mental health therapist, and the Founder and Executive Director of the Northern New Mexico Street Homeless Animal Project. “SHAP” has provided vital support to the unhoused and their animal companions for over 25 years, offering essential vet services and providing supplies like food, leashes, and blankets to over 150 human-animal families each year.
Human Resources / Employee Relations Officer
Museum of New Mexico Foundation
The Human Resources/Employee Relations Officer (ERO) oversees and coordinates organizational human resource activities including recruitment, staffing, manage and monitor departments' employee relations programs. This individual will also provide professional consultation to the President/CEO and supervisors in matters pertaining to employment law, discipline, conflict resolution and the grievance/arbitration process. Creating and promoting healthy interoffice relationships between employees.