New Mexico Grants

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support vulnerable populations, including adults and youth with disabilities, foster youth, older adults, and veterans, helping them achieve self-sufficiency and personal development.

This grant provides funding to Pueblo Indian communities and organizations for projects that preserve and promote Pueblo culture, traditions, and languages, with a focus on intergenerational engagement and cultural education.

The New Mexico Potters and Clay Artists (NMPCA) offers an annual grant in memory of the late distinguished member Bill Armstrong, known for his dedication to teaching and experimenting with pottery. This grant aims to support ceramics education programs or ceramic art projects within New Mexico. Eligible uses for the grant funds include purchasing supplies or equipment, contracting visiting artists, marketing or publicizing special programs or projects, or other activities directly related to ceramic art education. Nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations and educational institutions in New Mexico are encouraged to apply by the deadline. : The maximum award amount has been increased from $1,000 to $2,000. Applicants must register online and signal their intent to apply prior to submitting a full proposal. Grant renewed every year.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to universities in specific states and territories to enhance their research capabilities in science and engineering, aligning with the needs of the Department of Defense.

This program provides funding to universities in eligible states to enhance their research capabilities in science and engineering that support the needs of the Department of Defense.

The Natural Heritage Conservation Act (NHCA) Program, facilitated by the State of New Mexico's Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department, Forestry Division, seeks applications for conservation projects. Eligible entities include state agencies, public educational institutions, political subdivisions of the state, nations, tribes, or pueblos, with tax-exempt private nonprofit charitable corporations or trusts allowed to partner but not apply directly. The program primarily supports transactional costs for easement projects and land restoration projects, with a focus on enhancing New Mexico's conservation plans and strategies. $1.4 million from the Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund is allocated for FY25, targeting a range of conservation activities outlined in the detailed scope of work. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual Spring and Fall deadlines

This funding opportunity supports urban and community forestry projects in New Mexico, prioritizing initiatives that enhance tree canopy cover and green space access in disadvantaged communities.

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations in Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado to implement measurable projects in the areas of arts, education, animal and human welfare, and environmental initiatives.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming that focus on improving lives in areas such as education, aging, and support for disadvantaged populations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public agencies in Taos and western Colfax Counties for special events that improve community life and promote inclusivity.

This grant supports local LGBTQIA+ groups in selected counties of New Mexico. It aims to fund ongoing programs that offer social support across all ages within the queer community. The grant encourages initiatives in the arts, humanities, and social sciences, focusing on human rights, public health, sex education, and various cultural expressions. Projects that address significant needs within the queer community are prioritized.

The Devasthali Family Foundation Fund, established by Drs. Ammu and Rama Devasthali in 2011, is dedicated to fostering community development through the support of the arts, education, and initiatives addressing child hunger in southern New Mexico. This fund aims to enhance the quality of life for residents across twelve counties by financing both new and ongoing projects. Non-profit organizations operating within Catron, Chaves, Doña Ana, Eddy, Grant, Hidalgo, Lea, Lincoln, Luna, Otero, Sierra, and Socorro Counties are invited to seek funding. Grants are typically awarded in amounts ranging from $1,500 to $4,000, targeting efforts that have a significant, positive impact on the community.

This grant aims to bolster economic growth and development, diversify the tax base, and generate new quality jobs within Doña Ana, Luna, and Otero Counties, with potential expansion across New Mexico. It targets new and existing small businesses, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations that contribute to economic revitalization, particularly those impacted by the pandemic or those seeking expansion. The grant supports initiatives such as entrepreneurial education, business development, and workforce reintegration, offering a lifeline for businesses and nonprofits working towards a thriving southern New Mexico economy.

The Devasthali Family Foundation Fund, established by Drs. Ammu and Rama Devasthali in 2011, is dedicated to fostering community development through the support of the arts, education, and initiatives addressing child hunger in southern New Mexico. This fund aims to enhance the quality of life for residents across twelve counties by financing both new and ongoing projects. Non-profit organizations operating within Catron, Chaves, Doña Ana, Eddy, Grant, Hidalgo, Lea, Lincoln, Luna, Otero, Sierra, and Socorro Counties are invited to seek funding. Grants are typically awarded in amounts ranging from $1,500 to $4,000, targeting efforts that have a significant, positive impact on the community.

FY24 Bureau of Land Management New Mexico (NM) Cooperative Inspection Agreements with States and Tribes. Employment of Native Americans which will stimulate the Nations economy.Satisfying the BLM requirement for Oil & Gas Inspection and Enforcement requirements per FOGRMA.Training of Native American Inspectors per the National Certification Program for Oil & Gas I & E Personn. The BLM manages approximately 40,000 Federal onshore leases and well inventory of more than 94,000 across 32 States. These leases have generated in excess of $2 billion annually in bonus bids, royalties and rents in recent years of which nearly half is distributed to States in accordance with revenue sharing provisions of the Mineral Leasing Act and FOGRMA. In addition, the BLM manages operations on roughly 4,500 oil and gas leases on behalf of Native Tribes and individual Native mineral owners. The BLM seeks to ensure that the public’s oil and gas resources are developed in an environmentally responsible manner that maximizes recovery, while minimizing waste and providing a fair return for the taxpayer through accurate revenue collection. . This is accomplished through expediting leasing, streamlining well permitting, reservoir management, and the administration of operations, which includes prioritizing inspections based on risk and providing oversight of ongoing operations, as well as monitoring reclamation and abandonment activities. Another important component is the BLM’s Fiduciary Trust Responsibility to Indian Tribes, which is an obligation on the part of the United States to protect tribal treaty rights, lands, assets, and resources, as well as a duty to carry out the mandates of Federal law with respect to American Indian and Alaska Native tribes and villages.

This program provides 100% funding to New Mexico municipalities for projects that improve clean water infrastructure, such as wastewater treatment and stormwater management systems.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Colorado, New Mexico, and Southwest Florida that support the well-being of children, adults, the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and animals through various humanitarian efforts.

Community Resiliency Fund – New Mexico is offering wildfire support grants for nonprofits in Mora, San Miguel, Santa Fe, and Rio Arriba counties. The grant size will be no less than $2,500 and will depend on available funds. Eligible organizations must hold 501(c)(3) nonprofit status from the IRS, have a fiscal sponsor, or be a federally recognized tribe. Additionally, they must serve populations in Santa Fe, Rio Arriba, San Miguel and/or Mora Counties. For more information, visit Santa Fe Community Foundation's website.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the western U.S. to support projects that promote understanding and appreciation of Japanese arts and culture through various community activities.

This grant provides funding for organizations in Lea County, New Mexico, to support projects that improve community quality of life, focusing on social services, education, economic development, and community safety.