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On this episode of Community Matters, we have the pleasure of speaking with Patti Ward, a seasoned nonprofit consultant with over 25 years of experience helping organizations build the skills and strategies they need to thrive. Join us as we discuss key trends and challenges in New Mexico’s nonprofit sector, practical tips for crafting a compelling case for support, and what participants can expect from Patti's upcoming Fundraising Immersion program.

Over 200 New Mexico nonprofits responded to a survey conducted by Anchorum Health Foundation, Santa Fe Community Foundation, and Thornburg Foundation, focusing on the impacts and sentiments involving the immediate and anticipated effects of the Trump administration's federal funding freeze. The survey contains responses from nonprofit grantees across New Mexico in the following sectors: Education, Environmental, Good Governance, Healthcare, Housing, Youth & Family, Community Building, Arts, and others.

The Las Campanas Community Grants Funds was established nearly 25 years ago as a means for members of The Club at Las Campanas to take philanthropic action together to support local nonprofits in the greater Santa Fe area.

The Santa Fe Hestia Fund, a component fund of the Santa Fe Community Foundation, is launching a two-year fellowship program for young women of Santa Fe who are interested in developing knowledge and experience surrounding philanthropy in Santa Fe.

Nonprofit organizations, Tribal entities, and middle and high schools that help young people thrive are invited to join Q&A sessions about this new opportunity. The Northern New Mexico Youth Fund was created by the Northern New Mexico Pathways to Opportunity Strategy Table, of which the Santa Fe Community Foundation is a member, to expand opportunities for young people to thrive in school, work, and life. The Fund supports innovative Career Technical Education (CTE) and Work-Based Learning (WBL) programs for young people ages 13 to 29. In addition to funding direct services, the Youth Fund will give a grant to an organization to serve as a regional resource hub to support grantees with implementation, evaluation, shared learning, and securing sustainable funding.

At the Santa Fe Community Foundation, we believe that when young people thrive, our entire community benefits. Across northern New Mexico, dedicated nonprofits are working tirelessly to ensure that children and teens have access to the healthcare, mental health support, and resources they need to grow, learn, and succeed.