2025 Recipients

CATHOLIC CHARITIES $25,000

Catholic Charities of Central New Mexico provides comprehensive human services that support individuals and families in overcoming poverty and achieving long-term stability. Serving thousands annually across central New Mexico, the organization offers integrated programs in education, housing assistance, immigration legal services, refugee support, and community engagement. Grounded in a commitment to human dignity and inclusivity, Catholic Charities works to expand opportunity, strengthen families, and address some of the region’s most pressing social challenges.

SOUTHWEST EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS FOR TRAINING (SWEPT) $25,000

Southwest Educational Partners for Training (SWEPT) connects underemployed and low-income New Mexicans to career pathways through workforce training, adult education, and wraparound support services. Partnering with employers and community organizations, SWEPT prepares participants for in-demand fields such as behavioral health, trades, and information technology while providing academic support, career coaching, and social services. Its programs are designed to promote economic mobility, strengthen family stability, and create sustainable access to middle-wage careers.