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Mission & History

guys_talking.jpgThe New Mexico Community Foundation (NMCF) is a statewide endowment building and grant-making organization that serves and invests in New Mexico’s communities and their greatest asset . . . people.

As a steward of community resources, we support a quality of life that reflects the diverse values, traditions, beauty and dreams of New Mexico. Building community wealth and relationships, maximizing community capacity and self-reliance are at the heart of our work.

Since 1983 NMCF has provided grants, technical assistance and training to many non-profits through our various initiatives (Rural Livelihoods, Strengthening New Mexico Families, and the New Mexico Aids Partnership. The Foundation has developed over 140 project centers within the organization serving organizations and the grass-roots community.