Native Americans make up more than 10% of the total population in New Mexico, and several philanthropic foundations in the state prioritize their needs. The Chamiza Foundation is solely dedicated to supporting New Mexico’s Pueblo Indian tribes, and … [Read more...] about The Chamiza Foundation Is Exclusively Dedicated to New Mexico’s Pueblo Tribes
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How Does the Grace and Franklin Bernsen Foundation Support Tulsa, Oklahoma?
As Oklahoma’s second-largest city, Tulsa is a major hub for grantmaking in the state, with a top community foundation and several private family funders paying close attention to the local needs of nonprofits here. The list of Tulsa-focused funders, … [Read more...] about How Does the Grace and Franklin Bernsen Foundation Support Tulsa, Oklahoma?
How the Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona Approaches Its Giving
Headquartered in Tucson, the Women's Foundation for the State of Arizona (WFSA) focuses on the needs of women throughout the state. The concept behind WFSA began in 1991 with two women and $20,000. Over 30 years, WFSA has expanded its reach from just … [Read more...] about How the Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona Approaches Its Giving
What We’re Learning About How Funders Can Support Truth-Telling on the Border
“The hungry machine of us vs. them will tell you beauty doesn’t live in these badlands, but they’re wrong. Ask different questions. Ask the artists, the journalists, the migrant justice workers: What are you seeing and hearing?” — Rubi Orozco, Border … [Read more...] about What We’re Learning About How Funders Can Support Truth-Telling on the Border
How the Abell-Hanger Foundation Approaches Philanthropy in West Texas
The Permian Basin is a West Texas region stretching into eastern New Mexico and known for its ties to the oil and gas industry. While most larger Texas philanthropies are based in the state's big cities, some funders pay special attention to local … [Read more...] about How the Abell-Hanger Foundation Approaches Philanthropy in West Texas
What’s on the Menu at Blue Meridian? More Place-Based, Multisector Partnerships
Blue Meridian Partners, a philanthropic collaborative of some pretty major players and one of the nation’s largest funders of antipoverty work, is ramping up its commitment to place-based, multisector partnerships. Last month, the collaborative … [Read more...] about What’s on the Menu at Blue Meridian? More Place-Based, Multisector Partnerships
Rural Capacity Building: New Funding Gives This Appalachia-Based Ed Nonprofit Room to Grow
Education may be one of the top causes philanthropists support, but the sector as a whole often glosses over rural education despite the obvious need there. A recent study by the Center for Public Education found that while rural youth make up nearly … [Read more...] about Rural Capacity Building: New Funding Gives This Appalachia-Based Ed Nonprofit Room to Grow
“This is Just the Beginning.” Digging into Meow Wolf Foundation’s Inaugural Round of Grants
Founded in 2008 by a small collective of Santa Fe artists, Meow Wolf isn’t your typical corporate grantmaking entity. In 2017, it became the first certified B corporation in the themed entertainment industry, with a dual mission of turning a profit … [Read more...] about “This is Just the Beginning.” Digging into Meow Wolf Foundation’s Inaugural Round of Grants
A Look at Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico’s Community Giving Strategy
The health insurance company Blue Cross Blue Shield practices charitable giving in states across the country, including South Carolina, Mississippi, Massachusetts and Minnesota. Another state with a BCBS connection is New Mexico. Here’s a look at how … [Read more...] about A Look at Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico’s Community Giving Strategy
How Young Jewish Funders of Arizona Works to Strengthen Phoenix’s Jewish Community
The majority of the giving circles that exist in the philanthropic world today are women-centric – led by women, and often exclusive to women and working to benefit women. However, there are active men’s giving circles as well, such as the Young … [Read more...] about How Young Jewish Funders of Arizona Works to Strengthen Phoenix’s Jewish Community
Who’s Behind the 80|20 Foundation and How Does It Support San Antonio?
The 80|20 Foundation’s name might clue you in that you’re dealing with a metrics-driven, tech-focused organization. This foundation stands out not only because of its cloud computing roots but also because of its city-specific focus on San Antonio. … [Read more...] about Who’s Behind the 80|20 Foundation and How Does It Support San Antonio?
Five Takeaways From IP’s New Report on Giving for Rural Communities
By and large, philanthropic funders in the U.S. tend to concentrate their support on urban parts of the country. To a certain degree, this makes sense: an overwhelming percentage of the nation's population resides in these areas — about 80%, per the … [Read more...] about Five Takeaways From IP’s New Report on Giving for Rural Communities
How the Arnall Family Foundation Gives in Oklahoma
Following a successful career in the oil and gas industry, Sue Ann Arnall has been working to level the playing field and reduce social and economic barriers in Oklahoma. Since creating her own philanthropic foundation in 2015 and signing the Giving … [Read more...] about How the Arnall Family Foundation Gives in Oklahoma
A Conversation with Carnell Chosa, Founder and Director of the Attach Your Heart Foundation
Carnell Chosa grew up in Jémez Pueblo, New Mexico, a small community of about 3,500 members. As a child, he would often see his mother and grandmother pack grocery bags to deliver to ceremonies or events. “I’d ask them in our language, Towa, ‘What … [Read more...] about A Conversation with Carnell Chosa, Founder and Director of the Attach Your Heart Foundation
What Does the Judith and Jean Pape Adams Foundation Support in Oklahoma?
In and around Tulsa, Oklahoma, the name Pape is closely associated with the arts community. Maude B. Pape became a devoted patron of the arts in Tulsa after moving there with her husband for his job with the Selby Oil Company. Jean Pape Adams was … [Read more...] about What Does the Judith and Jean Pape Adams Foundation Support in Oklahoma?
How the Arizona Coyotes Foundation Funds Education, Health and Economic Development
When many people think of hockey in America, teams like the Boston Bruins, Detroit Red Wings and Chicago Blackhawks might come to mind. However, Arizona has its own hockey following thanks to the Arizona Coyotes, a team founded in 1972 that took its … [Read more...] about How the Arizona Coyotes Foundation Funds Education, Health and Economic Development
Two Years In, Climate Justice Pledge Sees Results on the Ground, But Still Too Many Holdouts
Carmen Llanes still remembers the children under the slide.In 2015, a community organizer working with her nonprofit, Go! Austin/¡Vamos! Austin, had gone to a child care center in the city’s southeast to meet with a teacher. It was late summer, and … [Read more...] about Two Years In, Climate Justice Pledge Sees Results on the Ground, But Still Too Many Holdouts
What the Jonathan And Kathleen Altman Foundation Supports in New Mexico
The city of Santa Fe is a prominent center of grantmaking in New Mexico, with locally focused foundations that include a community foundation, corporate funders and private philanthropies. One of the private foundations operating in Santa Fe is the … [Read more...] about What the Jonathan And Kathleen Altman Foundation Supports in New Mexico
“The Need Is Here.” How One Regional Funder Is Stepping Up for Public Health
Woody and Gayle Hunt have deep roots in El Paso, Texas. Woody’s grandfather, M.L. Hunt, started a coal business there in 1920, and in 1947, his father and uncle created Hunt Building Corp. Woody Hunt took over the family business and today is senior … [Read more...] about “The Need Is Here.” How One Regional Funder Is Stepping Up for Public Health
How the Albuquerque Community Foundation Approaches Philanthropy
Albuquerque is a diverse, fast-growing city known for its annual hot air balloon festival, locally grown chile and southwest culture. But thanks to the Albuquerque Community Foundation, which has been operating now for over 40 years, it is also an … [Read more...] about How the Albuquerque Community Foundation Approaches Philanthropy
“Aligning to a North Star of Health Equity.” Five Things to Know About Texas’ St. David’s Foundation
As one of the largest health systems in Texas, St. David’s HealthCare is a partnership between hospital management company HCA Healthcare and two nonprofits — St. David’s Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation. The company was established in … [Read more...] about “Aligning to a North Star of Health Equity.” Five Things to Know About Texas’ St. David’s Foundation
This Community Foundation Went All In on Trust-Based Philanthropy. Here’s What It Has Learned
In the spring of 2020, funders far and wide pledged to embrace what has become known as trust-based philanthropy, rolling out general operating support, making multiyear grants and loosening reporting requirements. Three years later, while some … [Read more...] about This Community Foundation Went All In on Trust-Based Philanthropy. Here’s What It Has Learned
Getting to Know the Whiteman Foundation and Whiteman 4G Foundation in Arizona
The Whiteman family has been deeply involved with charitable giving for four generations, and there are two Whiteman family foundations worth getting to know if you’re looking to find funding for a local nonprofit in the state of Arizona. Here’s an … [Read more...] about Getting to Know the Whiteman Foundation and Whiteman 4G Foundation in Arizona
What Have the Lohse Family’s Tuscon Foundations Been Funding Lately?
A native of Tucson, Arizona, by the name of Ashby I. Lohse worked in the fields of estate planning and probate law, where he encountered many clients who wanted to create their own private foundations. Although he has passed away, Lohse’s family … [Read more...] about What Have the Lohse Family’s Tuscon Foundations Been Funding Lately?
What Stands Out About the Trends Charitable Fund in Arizona?
Back in 1995, a group of women created the Trends Charitable Fund (TCF) as an extension of Trends Magazine, a publication about society and lifestyle geared toward affluent readers in Arizona. Today, TCF is a 501(c)(3) organization that supports … [Read more...] about What Stands Out About the Trends Charitable Fund in Arizona?
What Arizona Nonprofits Should Know About the PICOR Charitable Foundation
PICOR is an independently-owned commercial real estate company based in Tucson, Arizona, and has been in operation since 1985. The company specializes in real estate services in Southern Arizona and works through Cushman & Wakefield’s global services … [Read more...] about What Arizona Nonprofits Should Know About the PICOR Charitable Foundation
How to Get a Grant from Phoenix’s Pro Basketball Team
Whether it’s football, baseball or basketball, sports teams across the U.S. have long engaged in philanthropy as a way of giving back to the people that cheer them on. One of the most well-established sports team foundations is Phoenix Suns Charities … [Read more...] about How to Get a Grant from Phoenix’s Pro Basketball Team
A Wealthy Colorado Family Puts a Bullseye on the State’s Rural Communities
Philip F. Anschutz, the wealthiest individual in Colorado, currently has a net worth of $10.9 billion. The 82-year-old billionaire founded Anschutz Entertainment Group and owns the Los Angeles Kings and a third of the Los Angeles Lakers. Philip … [Read more...] about A Wealthy Colorado Family Puts a Bullseye on the State’s Rural Communities
How the Marshall Foundation Serves the Tucson Area of Arizona
Back in 1930, Louise and Thomas Marshall created the Marshall Foundation to donate funds to the University of Arizona for scholarships. Shortly thereafter, the foundation began branching out to respond to other community needs while still sticking to … [Read more...] about How the Marshall Foundation Serves the Tucson Area of Arizona
How to Secure a David and Lura Lovell Foundation Grant Before Its Planned Sunset
Based in Tucson, Arizona, the David and Lura Lovell Foundation is a significant grantmaker in the state. It’s also one that potential grantseekers should get in touch with soon. That’s because the foundation is planning to close its doors for good by … [Read more...] about How to Secure a David and Lura Lovell Foundation Grant Before Its Planned Sunset
