DEVOTED

TO YOUNG PEOPLE

The founders of NMCF envisioned a grant-making body that would fund children’s programs and projects. Today, a group of dedicated individuals are continuing the vision. By raising funds and distributing them wisely, a brighter future for many New Mexican children is being realized through the Foundation, the state’s only private grant-making group devoted exclusively to young people.

GET INVOLVED

The Board of Directors and loyal volunteers raise money for these grants in a variety of ways. Please click on our various fundraising event pages to see the details. The Foundation also provides a variety of membership opportunities for individuals, corporations, and groups who want to invest in New Mexico’s future by investing in the health and welfare of its children.

OF NOTE

• Since its beginning, NMCF has provided more than $1,600,000 in funding to 165 non-profit organizations, in 25 communities throughout New Mexico.
• 88% of all monies raised by the foundation is used for grants.
• For the 2020/21 funding period, the foundation will award $88,000 impacting the lives of thousands of New Mexican children and their working families.
• Organizations receiving grants are eligible to receive grants for three consecutive years.
• Donors may designate their donations to a specific area of interest – arts, health, early childhood education, etc. Donors making an initial contribution of $3,000 or more may have a fund named after them or designate a fund name.