Environmental Conservation Funding from Biophilia Foundation
Nonprofit organizations and public institutions working on environmental conservation and ecosystem restoration in New Mexico and other U.S. regions can seek support from the Biophilia Foundation; awards range from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Funding may benefit community development efforts that involve private land conservation, watershed restoration, restorative economies, or conservation policy initiatives.
Biophilia Foundation Inc
Community Development Funding from BOKF Foundation
Nonprofit organizations working on education, basic needs, economic development, or community safety in New Mexico counties served by BOK Financial may be eligible for support. Focused on enhancing quality of life and economic wellbeing, BOKF Foundation invites community development efforts that address poverty, housing, healthcare access, workforce development, and related local needs.
BOKF Foundation
Community Development Funding from Continental Divide Electric
Organizations serving communities within Continental Divide Electric Cooperative’s New Mexico service area can seek support for projects in energy efficiency, renewable energy, K–12 and higher education, environmental initiatives, or economic development. Grants from Continental Divide Electric help New Mexico community development efforts that clearly benefit local residents in eligible counties.
Continental Divide Electric Cooperative Inc.
New Mexico Community Programs Funding via Daniels Fund
New Mexico 501(c)(3) organizations and government equivalents running community-strengthening programs can access funding through Daniels Fund for specific projects, general operations, or capital campaigns. Eligible initiatives must serve New Mexico and fit areas like youth development, homelessness services, addiction recovery, early childhood or K–12 education, disabilities, or senior support; awards are approximately US $75,000.
Daniels Fund
Community Development Funding from J. F Maddox Foundation
Nonprofit organizations serving Lea County, New Mexico can seek funding for community development, social services, education, and quality-of-life projects. Focused on strengthening local assets and a safe, healthy, and engaged community, the J. F Maddox Foundation supports strategic, self-sustaining initiatives that benefit residents and may leverage collaboration and additional funding.
J. F Maddox Foundation
Dakota Foundation Economic Self-Sufficiency Grants in New Mexico
Nonprofit organizations in New Mexico that empower people toward economic self-sufficiency can apply for Dakota Foundation funding and program-related investments. Priority goes to entrepreneurial initiatives, workforce and job training, and employment programs that are scalable, sustainable, collaborative, and demonstrate measurable community impact, especially in North Dakota, New Mexico, and Colorado but with some flexibility for exceptional proposals.
Dakota Foundation Dtd 122997
Carl and Marilynn Thoma Support for New Mexico Arts
Nonprofits, fiscally sponsored groups, university departments, and individuals planning arts or art history projects in New Mexico can seek special project support for exhibitions, convenings, and academic work tied to the Thoma collection areas. Carl and Marilynn Thoma Foundation particularly welcomes proposals from rural and non-metro communities that strengthen local culture and leadership.
Carl And Marilynn Thoma Foundation
El Paso Community Foundation Grants for New Mexico Programs
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
El Paso Community Foundation provides New Mexico community organizations with funding for innovative projects in arts and humanities, education, environment and animals, health and disabilities, human services, and economic development. Nonprofits in southern New Mexico, including Doña Ana County, may be eligible for projects that emphasize collaboration, risk-taking, and high impact with moderate grant support.
El Paso Community Foundation
Los Alamos National Laboratory Support for Community Development
Applications due Aug 7, 2026
New Mexico 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on economic diversity, K–12 STEM education, workforce development, or community services in seven northern counties can receive up to US $5,000 for local programs and events. Los Alamos National Laboratory offers these community development grants to organizations based in Los Alamos, Mora, Rio Arriba, San Miguel, Sandoval, Santa Fe, or Taos counties.
Los Alamos National Laboratory (Triad National Security)
McCune Charitable Foundation Grants for New Mexico Community Development
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Nonprofits, tribes, public schools, and government agencies in New Mexico working on community development, education, health, arts, environment, or rural initiatives can seek funding for community-based projects and capacity building. The McCune Charitable Foundation supports work aligned with its nine priorities, especially collaborative efforts that advance community well-being and long-term impact.
The McCune Charitable Foundation
USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Grants
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and Federally Recognized Tribes in rural New Mexico can use this program to purchase, construct, or improve essential community facilities and equipment. Focused on community development and revitalization, USDA Rural Development supports projects like health centers, public safety buildings, community centers, and local food system infrastructure in towns under 20,000 residents.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Historic Preservation Grants for Nonprofits from National Trust
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Focused on community development and historic preservation, eligible public agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits in New Mexico communities along the Route 66 corridor can apply for the Preserve Route 66 Grant Fund; awards US $2,500 - US $10,000 for preserving and interpreting historic places. Funding from the National Trust for Historic Preservation can launch new initiatives or strengthen ongoing Route 66 projects.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
National Trust Support for Southwest Preservation
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
New Mexico public agencies and 501(c)(3) or other nonprofit organizations working on historic and cultural preservation can access funding through the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Southwest Intervention Fund; awards US $2,500 - US $10,000 for planning, emergency interventions, and capacity-building projects. Community development efforts tied to protecting traditional cultural sites and landscapes may be eligible.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Freeport-McMoRan Foundation Grants for New Mexico Women
Applications due Oct 9, 2026
Nonprofits, schools, and government entities in New Mexico communities serving women and girls can apply for Freeport-McMoRan Foundation’s Women’s Development Grants to support education, workforce, and small business development programs. Funding may benefit community development efforts in Grant County through college and career readiness, financial capability training, and initiatives that improve income, employment, and local businesses.
Freeport-Mcmoran Copper & Gold Foundation
New Mexico Arts Support for School Programs
Pre proposal due Oct 31, 2026
K-12 charter schools, 501(c)(3) private schools, school districts, and 501(c)(3) organizations in New Mexico can receive up to US $10,000 for in-school or after-school arts learning programs. Focused on arts education, New Mexico Arts invites projects that enhance creative learning and can strengthen community development through public performances and events.
New Mexico Arts
Mary's Pence Grants for New Mexico Justice
Letter of inquiry due Dec 15, 2026
Women-led grassroots organizations focused on social justice and community-level change in New Mexico may be eligible for funding up to US $7,500. Focused on systemic social justice work, Mary's Pence invites small-budget groups in the U.S. and Canada to apply for support that advances human dignity, economic security, nonviolence, and community empowerment.
Mary's Pence
Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico Grants for New Mexico Economic Development
Applications due Jan 1, 2027
Community development and business organizations in New Mexico seeking to grow economic-based industries and create quality jobs can apply for economic development support; funding can assist projects that expand the tax base, spur development, and attract private capital. The Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico backs initiatives within El Paso Electric’s New Mexico service territory, including Doña Ana, Luna, Otero, and Sierra counties.
The Community Foundation Of Southern New Mexico
Social Justice Organizing Funding from Peace Development Fund
Applications due Jan 31, 2027
Grassroots community-based organizations focused on social justice organizing and movement-building, including those in New Mexico, can seek approximately US $5,000 for general or project support. With a mission to advance equitable, community-rooted systemic change, Peace Development Fund provides funding to small groups in the U.S., Haiti, and Mexico that shift power, dismantle oppression, and create new, democratic structures.
Peace Development Fund
Climate Action Funding from HCL Technologies
Pre proposal due Jan 31, 2027
Established NGOs and charitable organizations running two-year climate action projects in the Americas, including work that benefits communities like those in New Mexico, can apply for HCL Technologies’ HCLTech Grant Edition II, with awards up to US $500,000. With a mission to advance sustainable climate solutions, HCL Technologies supports projects tied to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
HCL Technologies Limited
Santa Fe Community Foundation Support for Community Development
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and tribes advancing community development, economic opportunity, or health and human services in New Mexico’s Mora, Rio Arriba, San Miguel, and Santa Fe counties can seek US $5,000 - US $20,000 in general operating support. Santa Fe Community Foundation funds direct services, policy advocacy, and collaborations that improve housing, jobs, safety, health access, and civic engagement.
Santa Fe Community Foundation
New Mexico Community Funding via United Way
Applications due Mar 20, 2027
501(c)(3) health and human service agencies in central New Mexico can apply for United Way of Central New Mexico’s Community Grants; awards up to US $50,000 for education, housing stability, safety, health, and basic needs programs. Capacity-building support is also available to strengthen community development efforts in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Torrance, and Valencia counties.
United Way of Central New Mexico
Albuquerque Community Foundation Support for Community Development
Applications due Mar 31, 2027
Focused on community development, nonprofits, public educational institutions, and public agencies in New Mexico’s Greater Albuquerque area can receive US $10,000 - US $20,000 in unrestricted operating support. Albuquerque Community Foundation funds organizations aligned with its fields of interest, including economic and workforce development, human services, education, health, environment, arts, and animal welfare.
Albuquerque Community Foundation
New Mexico Children's Foundation Grants for Children
Applications due Mar 31, 2027
New Mexico 501(c)(3) children’s nonprofits with annual budgets under $400,000 can apply for New Mexico Children's Foundation’s NMCF Annual Grants, awarding up to US $10,000 for programs and operating expenses. Funding supports social-emotional development, literacy, and reducing educational barriers, and may benefit community development efforts serving underserved children, especially in rural areas.
New Mexico Children's Foundation
New Mexico Tourism Department Grants for Community Development
Applications due Apr 29, 2027
Focused on tourism infrastructure, the New Mexico Tourism Department invites New Mexico community development and revitalization projects to seek US $5,000 - US $250,000 for Tier II growth initiatives. Funding supports construction or renovation of tourism facilities, implementation of completed designs, and expansion of visitor services that boost visitation, resident experience, and sustainable economic growth.
New Mexico Tourism Department
Housing Innovation Funding for Nonprofits from Enterprise
Applications due May 16, 2027
Nonprofits, mission-oriented for-profits, and eligible housing authorities with scalable affordable housing innovations can seek US $2,000,000 grants to expand their impact, including in New Mexico. Enterprise Community Partners and Wells Fargo support solutions in design and construction, finance, or service delivery that increase housing affordability for low- and moderate-income residents.
Enterprise Community Partners Inc
National Performance Network Support for Arts Justice
Applications due May 20, 2027
Arts organizations and presenting institutions in New Mexico working with U.S. or Mexico-based artists on new, community-engaged projects can access funding through the National Performance Network’s Creation & Development Fund; awards approximately US $15,000 in unrestricted support for early-stage artistic work that advances racial and cultural justice and community exchange.
National Performance Network
Youth Baseball and Softball Funding from Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation
Applications due Jun 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing youth baseball or softball can seek funding for field renovations, equipment, uniforms, and league development in New Mexico and other eligible states. The Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation’s program may benefit community development and revitalization efforts by expanding access to organized sports for children 18 and under.
Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation