Taos Community Foundation

Help Taos Families Weather The Federal Shutdown: Donate To The Fund For Taos – Taos Community Foundation Our community created the Fund for Taos in 2020 to help our neighbors in times of urgent need—originally in response to the Covid-19 pandemic—and has since

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Taos Community Foundation Taos Community Foundation connects people, and opportunities, generating resources to build a more creative, caring, and thriving community.

If you’d like to contribute to the Fund for Taos to help the nonprofits providing essential support to our community, you can give online at taoscf.org, visit us in person to make life a little easier for Taoseños in need.

Currently, we are partnering with 100% Taos County Initiative and Taos Behavioral Health to distribute grocery and gas cards to families affected by the loss of SNAP benefits.

Every dollar contributed to the Fund for Taos supports local nonprofits responding to unmet needs in the community, which could include food, shelter, access to support services, and coordination between community networks.

Our community created the Fund for Taos in 2020 to help our neighbors in times of urgent need—originally in response to the Covid-19 pandemic—and has since awarded 144 grants totaling more than $1.6 million through this fund to support local families.

The Fund for Taos to Address Urgent Community Needs as SNAP Benefits End: TAOS, NM - In response to the expiration of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, Taos Community Foundation is supporting local nonprofits that are helping families and individuals facing increased hardship, including food insecurity and financial strain. Our community created the Fund for Taos in 2020 to help our neighbors in times of urgent need—originally in response to the Covid-19 pandemic—and has since awarded 144 grants totaling more than $1.6 million through this fund to support local families. Every dollar contributed to the Fund for Taos supports local nonprofits responding to unmet needs in the community, which could include food, shelter, access to support services, and coordination between community networks. Currently, we are partnering with 100% Taos County Initiative and Taos Behavioral Health to distribute grocery and gas cards to families affected by the loss of SNAP benefits. If you’d like to contribute to the Fund for Taos to help the nonprofits providing essential support to our community, you can give online at taoscf.org, visit us in person to make life a little easier for Taoseños in need. If you have any questions, please contact Taos Community Foundation at info@taoscf.org or (575) 737-9300 to learn more. About Taos Community Foundation: The Taos Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization publicly supported by families, individuals, foundations, other nonprofits, and government entities and overseen by an independent, community-based board of directors. TCF's charitable interests include arts and culture, community advocacy, environmental sustainability, animal welfare, and education. TCF provides direct support to specific nonprofits and receives gifts to address immediate community needs. Contribute to the The Fund for Taos at: https://taoscf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund... or by calling (575) 737-9300.

The Fund for Taos to Address Urgent Community Needs as SNAP Benefits End: In response to the expiration of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, Taos Community Foundation is supporting local nonprofits that are helping families and individuals facing increased hardship.

Hank has dedicated more than 30 years to supporting the youth of our community both as a beloved soccer coach and through his work on TCF Scholarship Committees.

Hank’s motto is one to live by: “Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.”

TCF’s Philanthropist of the Year award recognizes an individual who has made an enduring commitment to our community. This individual’s vision of what’s possible shows up in actions and changes that touch people’s lives. This year’s recipient is Hank Friedman. Hank has dedicated more than 30 years to supporting the youth of our community both as a beloved soccer coach and through his work on TCF Scholarship Committees. Hank’s motto is one to live by: “Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.”

TCF’s Philanthropist of the Year award recognizes an individual who has made an enduring commitment to our community.
This individual’s vision of what’s possible shows up in actions and changes that touch people’s lives.

This year’s recipient is Hank Friedman.

Localogy Moving passive consumers to be active producers. Non-profit outdoor education, summer camp, agriculture, community development, art and media programs

Localogy is a cross-sector collaboration of charitable initiatives serving both the Questa community and all of northern New Mexico.

To learn more about Localogy and their work in the Questa area, visit:
www.localogy.org

Taos Community Foundation Is Proud to Announce Our 2025 Nonprofit of the Year: Localogy! Localogy empowers passionate individuals and groups to focus their efforts on creating maximum impact. Their projects coalesce organically, and are led by members of the communities they serve. These grassroots initiatives are responsive to emergent needs and are most efficient in delivering authentic solutions. Localogy is a cross-sector collaboration of charitable initiatives serving both the Questa community and all of northern New Mexico. To learn more about Localogy and their work in the Questa area, visit: https://www.localogy.org/

Taos Community Foundation Is Proud to Announce Our 2025 Nonprofit of the Year: Localogy!

Localogy empowers passionate individuals and groups to focus their efforts on creating maximum impact. Their projects coalesce organically, and are led by members of the communities they serve.

Ashley has lived in New Mexico for 7 years. After receiving her bachelor’s degree from the University of New Mexico in 2021, Ashley is now studying accounting at Central New Mexico Community College, studying to earn her CPA license. We are thrilled to welcome her to the TCF team!

Join us in welcoming Ashley DeCastro to the Taos Community Foundation. We would like to formally introduce her as our new Finance Associate! Ashley has lived in New Mexico for 7 years. After receiving her bachelor’s degree from the University of New Mexico in 2021, Ashley is now studying accounting at Central New Mexico Community College, studying to earn her CPA license. We are thrilled to welcome her to the TCF team!

Join us in welcoming Ashley DeCastro to the Taos Community Foundation. We would like to formally introduce her as our new Finance Associate!

Nonprofit Partners – Taos Community Foundation Agency Endowment Funds at Taos Community Foundation allow nonprofits to receive a permanent & stable source of income for their organization.

To view a list of our current Agency Fund Partners, visit: www.taoscf.org/nonprofit-pa....

These funds are managed through TCF's investment partner while reducing work and increasing the nonprofit’s visibility. This creates a simple pathway for donors to give appreciated gifts like stock, real estate, or IRA distributions directly to the organization.

Agency Fund Partnerships are funds established by nonprofit organizations at Taos Community Foundation. These funds can be used now or endowed as a forever gift.

Taos Housing Partnership (THP) – Taos Community Foundation Taos Housing Partnership is working to create equitable housing opportunities for our community. Donate to the THP Intermediate Fund here.

We are proud to introduce them as our newest Agency Fund Partner, and to be a part of their work in our community.

To learn more about THP or to make a gift to the THP Designated Intermediate Fund, visit: www.taoscf.org/taos-housing...

Taos Housing Partnership (THP) is a nonprofit organization committed to taking meaningful action to develop housing in and around Taos. Its board is comprised of community leaders from public and private sectors who are dedicated to solving Taos’ housing challenges.

Taos Community Foundation is happy to welcome Taos Housing Partnership as our newest Agency Fund Partner! Taos Housing Partnership (THP) is a nonprofit organization committed to taking meaningful action to develop housing in and around Taos. Its board is comprised of community leaders from public and private sectors who are dedicated to solving Taos’ housing challenges. We are proud to introduce them as our newest Agency Fund Partner, and to be a part of their work in our community. To learn more about THP or to make a gift to the THP Designated Intermediate Fund, visit: https://www.taoscf.org/taos-housing-partnership/ ___ Agency Fund Partnerships are funds established by nonprofit organizations at Taos Community Foundation. These funds can be used now or endowed as a forever gift. These funds are managed through TCF's investment partner while reducing work and increasing the nonprofit’s visibility. This creates a simple pathway for donors to give appreciated gifts like stock, real estate, or IRA distributions directly to the organization. To view a list of our current Agency Fund Partners, visit: https://www.taoscf.org/nonprofit-partners/.

Taos Community Foundation is happy to welcome Taos Housing Partnership as our newest Agency Fund Partner!

Careers – Taos Community Foundation Taos Community Foundation (TCF) is currently hiring. Explore current career and volunteer opportunities.

Submit your application, resume, and cover letter at:
www.taoscf.org/about-us/car...

Applications will close on August 21st, 2025 at 5:00PM.
Position will remain open until filled.

Join our team and learn a role supporting a local nonprofit! TCF provides training and a competitive salary with benefits (including employer paid health insurance for the employee, paid leave, and a retirement plan).

This full-time non-exempt position does work related to finance operations, including processing accounts receivable/accounts payable and donor/grant record-keeping.

A Great Opportunity Make a Difference in Our Community: Taos Community Foundation Is Looking for a Finance Associate to Join Our Team! This full-time non-exempt position does work related to finance operations, including processing accounts receivable/accounts payable and donor/grant record-keeping. Join our team and learn a role supporting a local nonprofit! TCF provides training and a competitive salary with benefits (including employer paid health insurance for the employee, paid leave, and a retirement plan). Applications will close on August 21st, 2025 at 5:00PM. Position will remain open until filled. Minimum Qualifications: 1. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent 2. Skills and Abilities: Comfortable using computers, including Microsoft Office and Google tools like Google Workspace, Google Drive, Gmail, Excel, and Word. Submit your application, resume, and cover letter at: https://www.taoscf.org/about-us/careers/

A Great Opportunity Make a Difference in Our Community: Taos Community Foundation Is Looking for a Finance Associate to Join Our Team!

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Teacher Grants – Taos Community Foundation This year, teacher grants are open to all educators in Taos county and western Colfax county. Apply for a teacher grant today!

Learn more and submit your application at: www.taoscf.org/grants/teach...

Applications will be accepted until September 8th, 2025 at 5:00PM.

Grants will be awarded in early November 2025.

Any school personnel who work directly with students – teachers, principals, counselors, librarians, etc, may apply for grants up to $200.00.

Taos Community Foundation is proud to support local public school teachers and educators. We appreciate your hard work in making this community thrive! Teacher mini grants are open to all educators who work with students in Taos County. Any school personnel who work directly with students – teachers, principals, counselors, librarians, etc, may apply for grants up to $200.00. Learn more and submit your application at: https://www.taoscf.org/grants/teacher-grants/ Applications will be accepted until September 8th, 2025 at 5:00PM. Grants will be awarded in early November 2025.

Taos Community Foundation is proud to support local public school teachers and educators. We appreciate your hard work in making this community thrive! Teacher mini grants are open to all educators who work with students in Taos County.

TCF Nonprofit Of The Year Nomination – Taos Community Foundation The TCF Nonprofit of the Year Award will honor a nonprofit organization that has addressed community needs in Taos & western Colfax counties.

Board members, staff members, supporters, and community members can nominate an organization.

Learn more at: www.taoscf.org/nonprofit-of...

This award will celebrate a nonprofit with bold ideas, a clear vision to make a difference in our community, who has demonstrated measurable progress towards that goal. The winner of the TCF Nonprofit of the Year will receive a $5,000.00 grant to continue their work in the community.

Nominations for 2025 TCF Nonprofit of the Year are now OPEN! This award will celebrate a nonprofit with bold ideas, a clear vision to make a difference in our community, who has demonstrated measurable progress towards that goal. The winner of the TCF Nonprofit of the Year will receive a $5,000.00 grant to continue their work in the community. Board members, staff members, supporters, and community members can nominate an organization. Learn more at: https://www.taoscf.org/nonprofit-of-the-year/

Nominations for 2025 TCF Nonprofit of the Year are now OPEN!

Learn more at: www.taoscf.org/nonprofit-of...

Taos Community Foundation And Anchorum Health Foundation Address Local Needs Through $380,000 Of Grantmaking – Taos Community Foundation Initial Year of TCF’s Partnership With the Anchorum Provides Funding to Organizations Addressing Access to Food, Social Services, and Education.

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Taos Community Foundation and Anchorum Health Foundation Address Local Needs Through $380,000 of Grantmaking

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