Best Grants for Gun Violence Prevention in New Mexico

Nonprofit organizations in New Mexico working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can seek support through the U.S. Bank Foundation’s Community Possible program. Focused on community development, it prioritizes 501(c)(3)s, especially those led by people of color, and groups addressing multiple pillars that may include gun violence prevention work.

New Mexico 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support that strengthens local communities. Focused on youth, health, and family stability, the Costco Foundation invites applications for evidence-based, collaborative projects; organizations addressing gun violence prevention through qualifying youth or human services programs may be eligible.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human and social services programs can seek funding to address social problems, including community safety and related needs in New Mexico. Grants from Creag Foundation help smaller or evolving organizations test new approaches to existing or emerging issues; interested groups may begin with a letter of inquiry.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth with programs in health, education, development, or welfare in New Mexico and beyond can seek funding for direct services, enrichment, and support. The DanPaul Foundation offers up to US $15,000 for initiatives such as child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, early childhood development, refugee enrichment, and related youth programs that may include violence prevention components.

With a mission to support innovative social impact, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides New Mexico organizations addressing social or environmental challenges with up to US $300,000 over three years in early-stage capital and intensive capacity-building support. Nonprofits and impact-first for-profits working on scalable solutions that benefit underserved communities, including gun violence–affected populations, may be eligible.

Nonprofits and NGOs using technology to tackle education, crisis response, or economic empowerment can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, including in New Mexico. Awards up to US $100,000 support innovative, early-stage programs serving predominantly economically underserved communities, which may include tech-enabled approaches to community safety or violence prevention.

Focused on safety, State Farm Companies Foundation invites New Mexico educational institutions, government programs, and eligible nonprofits to seek support for auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, and community safety initiatives. Organizations working on community development, education, or related gun violence prevention strategies may be eligible through its Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants.

Nonprofit cultural institutions in New Mexico offering arts or science programming can seek large-scale support for programs, capital projects, or limited general and endowment needs. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes organizations with audited expenses over $2 million, strong impact on underserved audiences, and initiatives in arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused science programs that may complement gun violence prevention efforts.

The Hearst Foundation's Social Service Grant focuses on tackling chronic poverty by funding direct-service organizations that implement effective solutions for economic independence and family strengthening. With a mission to support diverse nonprofits in the U.S., the Foundation allocates approximately 15% of its total funding to social services, prioritizing scalable programs that serve significant populations. The minimum grant size is $100,000, and special consideration is given to organizations addressing affordable housing, domestic violence, and youth development.

U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in health, education, or community services can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support food pantries, healthcare access, STEM programs, and preventive health initiatives. New Mexico organizations focused on community safety or gun violence prevention may be eligible when their programs fit these supported areas.

New Mexico organizations working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability for urban low-income youth can access funding through Michael & Susan Dell Foundation; awards are typically more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other mission-aligned entities serving children and families in poverty.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on early childhood education or community economic development in New Mexico communities where PNC operates can seek funding for programs serving low- and moderate-income residents. With a mission to strengthen communities, PNC Foundation provides grants for education, affordable housing, small business support, workforce readiness, arts, and neighborhood revitalization that may benefit gun violence prevention efforts.

New Mexico accredited charities running humanitarian, education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects can access funding through La Roche’s global philanthropy program. Organizations whose gun violence prevention work fits these areas and engages local partners or Roche employees may be eligible; applications are handled through the Roche affiliate in the country where the project operates.

Semnani Family Foundation provides New Mexico nonprofits and other humanitarian organizations with funding for health care access, disaster relief, women and girl services, and support for vulnerable communities. Groups working on gun violence prevention may be eligible if their programs advance health, safety, or human and social services for marginalized populations.

New Mexico 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, basic needs, workforce readiness, arts, environment, or inclusion can seek sponsorship support through Bank of America Foundation. Grants are part of a national program that may benefit gun violence prevention efforts that address housing, jobs, hunger, or neighborhood preservation.

The J.W. Couch Foundation Grant focuses on supporting Wildlife Conservation nonprofit organizations that align with their mission of community betterment and environmental protection. The foundation seeks partnerships with organizations that promote animal wellbeing, early childhood education, teacher support, and outdoor activities. Eligible applicants must be registered 501(c)3 nonprofits or for-profit entities aligned with their charitable programs. This grant emphasizes collaboration and community engagement to create lasting impacts.

The Robinson Foundation Grant, established in 2016, aims to alleviate hardships faced by individuals and communities, demonstrating God's love through charitable contributions. As a family-operated foundation, it focuses on creating meaningful, long-term impacts in various areas including animal welfare, education, and disaster relief. Organizations eligible for funding must be 501(c)(3) public charities. The foundation prioritizes fiscally responsible projects with the potential for tangible results, while not supporting capital projects.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can seek funding that may support gun violence prevention efforts in New Mexico and beyond. With a mission to uplift worthy forces for change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides charitable groups with support to address people, the environment, and our changing world.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local governments supporting education, entrepreneurship, environment, or community enrichment may be eligible for community program funding in New Mexico and other GP facility areas. Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports projects near its manufacturing communities that enhance long-term well-being and sustainability; New Mexico groups should confirm proximity to a GP facility.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations in New Mexico can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants to support basic needs, at-risk youth education and workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. Community-based groups working on gun violence prevention may be eligible when their programs align with these youth, safety, or family support priorities.

Nonprofit organizations in New Mexico can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs, facilities, and services. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help museums, cultural and performing arts groups, schools, hospitals, youth and senior services, disability programs, environmental and wildlife initiatives, and similar organizations that can make strong use of modest funding, including gun violence prevention efforts within these areas.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New Mexico working on hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, or community vitality projects can apply for Ameriprise Community Grants. Focused on basic needs, community development, and volunteer-driven causes, Ameriprise Financial prioritizes U.S.-based nonprofits that demonstrate measurable outcomes, financial stability, and active Ameriprise employee or advisor volunteer engagement.

With a mission to improve quality of life, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides New Mexico nonprofits with project, general operating, and capital support for programs in economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations serving local communities, including those addressing violence-related trauma and community safety, may be eligible.

New Mexico 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community safety, violence prevention, emergency response, or related services can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, with awards of US $5,000 - US $30,000. Organizations addressing gun violence prevention as part of broader safety or community vitality efforts in Union Pacific–served communities may be eligible.

Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New Mexico working on youth education, family services, food security, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants from US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs serving underserved youth and their families, including community-based gun violence prevention efforts, may be competitive.

The Mutual of America Foundation Community Partnership Award honors exemplary nonprofit organizations in the U.S. that foster collaborative partnerships across sectors. Annually, a national competition showcases numerous organizations demonstrating impactful community partnerships. Six organizations receive recognition, including the Thomas J. Moran Award, which offers $100,000, and the Frances R. Hesselbein Award, granting $75,000. Since 1996, the award has acknowledged 262 partnerships, emphasizing Mutual of America's commitment to societal improvement through collaboration.

Non-sectarian 501(c)(3) organizations and qualifying foreign nonprofits working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $250,000 for focused interventions and humanitarian relief. Smaller organizations in countries where the foundation operates, including those addressing violence-related disadvantage, may be eligible.