United Way of Southwest New Mexico

Mission/Giving Statement: To improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of community.

Grantmaking Program Areas: Education; Income; Health; Community/Family Building

Grantmaking Program Area Descriptions:

Education: Helping children and youth achieve their full potential through support of programs dedicated to developing quality child care, school readiness, academic completion and personal development.

Income: Promoting financial stability and independence through support of programs dedicated to developing individuals ability to maximize income, increase savings and build financial assets for long term stability.

Health: Improving people's health through support of programs dedicated to improving preventative/everyday health care and teen health including drug-free, at a healthy weight and reducing pregnancy rates.

Community/Family Building: Providing an individual with the support and resources needed to create a better life through building lasting, meaningful relationships between community members and fostering that feeling of interconnectedness, ultimately resulting in a better life for everyone in the community.

Type of Funding/Funding Restrictions: The United Way of Southwestern New Mexico funds only local agency programs that fall within their four grantmaking program areas.

Application Instructions: Contact local United Way for application. Instructions are included with the application form.