Businesses Pitch-in for Youth

Businesses Pitch-in for Youth JPR driver Ritchie delivers the first batch of discounted infield mix to the field. “Since this is for the kids, I want to help,” said Randy Goldstrom of Westside Concrete Hitch-N-Go. Randy is among the many New Mexico businesses to pitch in for the Ball Field of Hope. As a community-driven […]

Adult Education Students Gain Field Experience (on the Ball Field) 

Joseph trains Cheryl on operation of the bucket. (Photo credit: Tara Armijo-Prewitt) “I feel good about helping out the community, especially when there are kids involved. I really appreciate them having me out here to work on the field,” said Avery Caté, a student in Catholic Charities’ Heavy Equipment Operator course. Avery is one of […]

How the Ball Field of Hope is becoming accessible for people of all abilities

The Day of Caring project at the Ball Field of Hope on September 17th will create an accessible path for people of all abilities to reach the field.

UWCNM Announce Grantees for 2022-2023

UWCNM Awards $2 Million in Grants to 57 Organizations and $400,00 to 20 Nonprofits in Santa Fe County United Way of Central New Mexico (UWCNM) has awarded $2,044,633.33 in grants to 57 health and human service agencies in four counties as a result of its annual Community Investment process to foster stronger communities. In addition, […]

Ball Field of Hope

Creating the Ball Field of Hope Photo credit: Patti Ravis (May 2022) The real-world impact of the Choose Your Own Future college and career readiness Change the World challenge activity offered through United Way of Central New Mexico is taking shape in the form of a baseball field in Albuquerque’s South Valley. Offering opportunities for […]

HPS recognizes outstanding members

May 2022 | HPS Update The Hispano Philanthropic Society (HPS) recognizes several council members and members for their outstanding career and personal accomplishments! Congratulations to the following individuals for their respective awards, promotions, and other accomplishments: Alejandro Marrufo Recipient, International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 244’s Outstanding Leadership Award, 2021  Christopher Jaramillo Selected for the […]

Choose Your Own Future 2022 Recap

Choose Your Own Future 2022 Challenge Recap United Way of Central New Mexico’s second annual Choose Your Own Future challenge united donors, community organizations and participants of all ages in over 30 activities geared toward college and career readiness. Word of the virtual challenge spread to 231 registrants across three counties and 24 schools! With […]

United Way and ACF Partner to Raise Funds for Fire Relief

Donate to the Emergency Action Fund –Relief for Big Hole Fire Victims

DEI UNITED GRANTS TO SUPPORT BIPOC-LED ORGANIZATIONS

Albuquerque Community Foundation (“ACF”) and United Way of Central New Mexico (“UWCNM”) have been awarded a $2 million grant over the next two years from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to support Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC)-led organizations as part of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) United partnership.    The Small Orgs, Big Impact Fund will fund grassroots, BIPOC-led, small nonprofit organizations […]

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES WITH TAX HELP NM

Become a certified Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tax preparer Volunteers needed! Certified volunteers make it easy and safe for anyone using Tax Help New Mexico to file their taxes for free. Tax Help will guide and train all volunteers to become IRS-qualified tax preparers. All training and training materials provided free of charge. There are […]