Santa Fe
Community Foundation
Empty Stocking Fund
The Empty Stocking Fund at Santa Fe Community Foundation is now accepting applications for financial assistance. Learn more and apply today.
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.
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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.
43 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.
Recruiting and Retaining Board Members
with Nelsy Dominguez
Recruiting new board members can be challenging in small communities. It is important that you are thinking of the skills and voices needed to help your board succeed. There are strategies you can use to build a diverse board with people who are passionate about your cause and can bring specific skills to the table. Hear how term limits can help you strengthen your board and ways to keep board members who “time off” your board engaged. Taos programs are presented in partnership with the Taos Community Foundation.
Nizhóní Smiles
Nizhóní (Beautiful) Smiles Dental Program is the only non-profit dental program located on the Navajo Nation in the rural community of Shiprock, New Mexico. The program opened its doors in 1994 offering orthodontic(braces) services and later expanded to include general dentistry. The program has provided services to numerous patients, the majority of those being residents of the Navajo Nation.
Director of Development
Rio Grande School
Rio Grande School (RGS) seeks a dynamic and dedicated Director of Development to join our leadership team and drive the school’s mission and values through impactful fundraising initiatives. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Development will oversee all fundraising strategies and constituent relations, serving as a key ambassador for RGS’s vision.
Recruiting and Retaining Board Members
with Nelsy Dominguez
Recruiting new board members can be challenging in small communities. It is important that you are thinking of the skills and voices needed to help your board succeed. There are strategies you can use to build a diverse board with people who are passionate about your cause and can bring specific skills to the table. Hear how term limits can help you strengthen your board and ways to keep board members who “time off” your board engaged. Taos programs are presented in partnership with the Taos Community Foundation.
Director of Development
Rio Grande School
Rio Grande School (RGS) seeks a dynamic and dedicated Director of Development to join our leadership team and drive the school’s mission and values through impactful fundraising initiatives. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Development will oversee all fundraising strategies and constituent relations, serving as a key ambassador for RGS’s vision.
Recruiting and Retaining Board Members
with Nelsy Dominguez
Recruiting new board members can be challenging in small communities. It is important that you are thinking of the skills and voices needed to help your board succeed. There are strategies you can use to build a diverse board with people who are passionate about your cause and can bring specific skills to the table. Hear how term limits can help you strengthen your board and ways to keep board members who “time off” your board engaged. Taos programs are presented in partnership with the Taos Community Foundation.
Director of Development
Rio Grande School
Rio Grande School (RGS) seeks a dynamic and dedicated Director of Development to join our leadership team and drive the school’s mission and values through impactful fundraising initiatives. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Development will oversee all fundraising strategies and constituent relations, serving as a key ambassador for RGS’s vision.
Recruiting and Retaining Board Members
with Nelsy Dominguez
Recruiting new board members can be challenging in small communities. It is important that you are thinking of the skills and voices needed to help your board succeed. There are strategies you can use to build a diverse board with people who are passionate about your cause and can bring specific skills to the table. Hear how term limits can help you strengthen your board and ways to keep board members who “time off” your board engaged. Taos programs are presented in partnership with the Taos Community Foundation.
Director of Development
Rio Grande School
Rio Grande School (RGS) seeks a dynamic and dedicated Director of Development to join our leadership team and drive the school’s mission and values through impactful fundraising initiatives. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Development will oversee all fundraising strategies and constituent relations, serving as a key ambassador for RGS’s vision.
Recruiting and Retaining Board Members
with Nelsy Dominguez
Recruiting new board members can be challenging in small communities. It is important that you are thinking of the skills and voices needed to help your board succeed. There are strategies you can use to build a diverse board with people who are passionate about your cause and can bring specific skills to the table. Hear how term limits can help you strengthen your board and ways to keep board members who “time off” your board engaged. Taos programs are presented in partnership with the Taos Community Foundation.
Nizhóní (Beautiful) Smiles Dental Program is the only non-profit dental program located on the Navajo Nation in the rural community of Shiprock, New Mexico. The program opened its doors in 1994 offering orthodontic(braces) services and later expanded to include general dentistry. The program has provided services to numerous patients, the majority of those being residents of the Navajo Nation.
Director of Development
Rio Grande School
Rio Grande School (RGS) seeks a dynamic and dedicated Director of Development to join our leadership team and drive the school’s mission and values through impactful fundraising initiatives. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Development will oversee all fundraising strategies and constituent relations, serving as a key ambassador for RGS’s vision.
