We are happy you have taken interest in learning more about becoming a Community Partner through our grant process. Together we can overcome challenges in our community and help everyone achieve a higher quality of life.
WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS, OUR COMMUNITY ACTION FUND GRANT WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED
Click Here for sample of 2019 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
To apply for a United Way of Northern New Mexico (UWNNM) grant, organizations must meet all of the following criteria:
- Certified Non-profit 501(c) (3) in good standing with the IRS.
- In or serving Los Alamos and/or Rio Arriba County
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Date |
Activity |
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May 3, 2019 5:00PM |
Interim Grant Proposals due to marybeth@unitedwaynnm.org |
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May 6 -May 9, 2019 |
Grants reviewed by committee members |
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May 14, 2019 |
Grant awards approved by UWNNM board |
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May 15, 2019 |
Email distribution of award notification |
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May 16-17, 2019 |
Grant award checks distributed by US Mail |
United Way of Northern New Mexico Behavioral Health(y) Community Initiative – United Way of Northern New Mexico (UWNNM) will give competitive priority to applicants focused on a clearly defined population related to or serving Behavioral and Mental Health Programs to included, but not limited, improving access to mental health service providers, substance abuse programs, programs that educate on mental and behavioral health issues, and preventative programs. In Rio Arriba, UWNNM is seeking to fund nonprofits committed to organizing a comprehensive path to recovery through community collaborations and partnerships
- UWNNM will also consider proposals that impact one of our focus areas (Education, Financial Stability, Health); specific topics may include:
| Los Alamos Impact Area | Rio Arriba Impact Areas |
| Behavioral and Mental Health Awareness | Substance Rehabilitation / Prevention (Comprehensive path to recovery) |
| Comprehensive Case Management | Youth Suicide Prevention |
| Alzheimer’s Programs and Services | Basic Needs Services |
| Basic Needs Services | Youth Development – Mentorship |
| Youth Development – Mentorship | Early Childhood Education |
*The topics above have been identified as current needs in the communities we serve. United Way of Northern New Mexico utilizes research done for community health profiles to measure where most resources are needed. Collaboration and leveraging funds always make a big impact on the grant decision making.
Here are some reports that identify the need in our community.
If you have questions please call 505.662.0800
ACH form, click here.