Santa Fe
Community Foundation
Our spring grant cycle is open
Through March 15, we welcome funding proposals through our Community Grants program in Health & Human Services and Civic & Economic Opportunities, as well as through the Empower! Black Futures Community Fund.
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.
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.
LGBTQ+
We believe in justice and equity for all in New Mexico. Join us in fighting discrimination, advancing support, and promoting the health and well-being of our friends in the LGBTQ+ community.
Black Philanthropy
We are committed to uplifting the health and well-being of Black New Mexicans in all aspects. Founded in 2023, the Empower! Black Futures Community Fund is a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to supporting Black life, arts, and culture in New Mexico.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
44 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.
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Decolonizing Fundraising: Resourcing Community with Integrity
with Elena Higgens
This session explores fundraising approaches rooted in relationship, cultural humility, and community accountability — moving beyond transactional and extractive funding models toward more ethical and values-aligned practices. This event is free; registration is required.
Empower! Black Futures Community Fund: 2026 Grant Webinar
In this webinar, three members of the Empower! Black Futures Community Fund advisory committee reflect on the fund’s open grant opportunity, resourcing Black-led work, and the importance of strengthening Black life, arts, culture, and financial literacy across New Mexico.
Climate & Energy Advocate
Conservation Voters New Mexico
The Climate & Energy Advocate develops, coordinates, implements, and lobbies for climate and energy initiatives that advance New Mexico’s leadership in proactively addressing climate change, development of clean energy resources, and transition away from carbon emitting sources of energy. The Advocate also works to build political will for policy passage through public and decision-maker education, press engagement, earned media, and other strategies.
Decolonizing Fundraising: Resourcing Community with Integrity
with Elena Higgens
This session explores fundraising approaches rooted in relationship, cultural humility, and community accountability — moving beyond transactional and extractive funding models toward more ethical and values-aligned practices. This event is free; registration is required.
Climate & Energy Advocate
Conservation Voters New Mexico
The Climate & Energy Advocate develops, coordinates, implements, and lobbies for climate and energy initiatives that advance New Mexico’s leadership in proactively addressing climate change, development of clean energy resources, and transition away from carbon emitting sources of energy. The Advocate also works to build political will for policy passage through public and decision-maker education, press engagement, earned media, and other strategies.
Decolonizing Fundraising: Resourcing Community with Integrity
with Elena Higgens
This session explores fundraising approaches rooted in relationship, cultural humility, and community accountability — moving beyond transactional and extractive funding models toward more ethical and values-aligned practices. This event is free; registration is required.
Climate & Energy Advocate
Conservation Voters New Mexico
The Climate & Energy Advocate develops, coordinates, implements, and lobbies for climate and energy initiatives that advance New Mexico’s leadership in proactively addressing climate change, development of clean energy resources, and transition away from carbon emitting sources of energy. The Advocate also works to build political will for policy passage through public and decision-maker education, press engagement, earned media, and other strategies.
Decolonizing Fundraising: Resourcing Community with Integrity
with Elena Higgens
This session explores fundraising approaches rooted in relationship, cultural humility, and community accountability — moving beyond transactional and extractive funding models toward more ethical and values-aligned practices. This event is free; registration is required.
Climate & Energy Advocate
Conservation Voters New Mexico
The Climate & Energy Advocate develops, coordinates, implements, and lobbies for climate and energy initiatives that advance New Mexico’s leadership in proactively addressing climate change, development of clean energy resources, and transition away from carbon emitting sources of energy. The Advocate also works to build political will for policy passage through public and decision-maker education, press engagement, earned media, and other strategies.
Decolonizing Fundraising: Resourcing Community with Integrity
with Elena Higgens
This session explores fundraising approaches rooted in relationship, cultural humility, and community accountability — moving beyond transactional and extractive funding models toward more ethical and values-aligned practices. This event is free; registration is required.
In this webinar, three members of the Empower! Black Futures Community Fund advisory committee reflect on the fund’s open grant opportunity, resourcing Black-led work, and the importance of strengthening Black life, arts, culture, and financial literacy across New Mexico.
Climate & Energy Advocate
Conservation Voters New Mexico
The Climate & Energy Advocate develops, coordinates, implements, and lobbies for climate and energy initiatives that advance New Mexico’s leadership in proactively addressing climate change, development of clean energy resources, and transition away from carbon emitting sources of energy. The Advocate also works to build political will for policy passage through public and decision-maker education, press engagement, earned media, and other strategies.
