ABOUT THE COLLABORATIVE

The New Mexico Funders Collaborative is a network of statewide funders committed to pooling time, energy and resources for the betterment of New Mexico communities. The Collaborative is guided by a shared belief that we are stronger together and we can work in partnership to create long-term systemic change in New Mexico.

The New Mexico Funders Collaborative is dedicated to working in the spirit of generosity and kindness which Jennifer Riordan instilled in us all.

If you are a funding entity in New Mexico and are interested in the joining the Collaborative, please email grants@abqcf.org.

The educate2elevate (e2e) Grant is a collaborative funding opportunity that brings together funds from across New Mexico to pool resources and engage in high impact grantmaking. This grant is a collaborative investment from funders in various sectors and we encourage organizations to demonstrate similar collaborative thinking when submitting applications.  In 2018, after the passing of one of our founding members, Jennifer Riordan, e2e was temporarily named in her honor in celebration of her passion for education. Today, the fund continues to celebrate the legacy of Jennifer and others who have dedicated their lives to community service.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

• Organizations that have received funding from the NM Funders Collaborative are not eligible to apply for three (3) years following their award.

• The 2026 e2e grant award is focused on funding programs rooted in education and resource sharing that supports unhoused and/or newcomer youth, pre-K through12th grade.

• While funding amounts vary based on contributions throughout the year, past grants have been awarded to one or two organizations, ranging from $25,000 to $50,000.

• Applicants must be serving students and their families in Central New Mexico: Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia, and/or Torrance County.

• Applicants may only submit one proposal.

• Applicants from nonprofit organizations and public education institutions are preferred.

2025 RECIPIENTS

The Communities in Action: Mental & Behavioral Health Grant (CIA-MBH) is a collaborative funding opportunity that brings together funders from across New Mexico to pool resources and make at least one high impact grant of $25,000. This grant is a collaborative investment from funders in various sectors and we encourage organizations to demonstrate similar collaborative thinking when submitting applications.