Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico

10/07/2026

Your CFSNM continues to stand with communities across Southern New Mexico as they navigate the impacts of the recent flooding. In times like these, we are reminded of the strength that comes from coming together, supporting one another, and caring for our neighbors.

The Greatest Needs Impact Fund for Socorro County, held within the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico, is available to provide financial resources for both immediate needs and long-term recovery for the people, animals, and places affected by the flooding. CFSNM is working closely with the Socorro County Office of Emergency Management to help ensure resources reach those who have been impacted.

Through the Greatest Needs Impact Funds, CFSNM can respond to urgent and evolving needs across Southern New Mexico, helping communities recover and rebuild. These efforts are made possible by the generosity and compassion of people like you. Every contribution helps provide support and hope to our community during this difficult time and 100% of donations go directly toward supporting these relief efforts.

➡If your home or business has been impacted by the flooding in Socorro, please complete the Socorro County Public Damage Form below. Please download the form to access the fillable feature. Sharing this information helps the county understand where assistance is needed most.

➡Report damage here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KjEmtWt4mQ9lbSki8axYvwwBHXNxdjK-/view

➡For more information about Emergency Response Efforts in Socorro County, visit:
https://www.socorrocounty.net/administration/emergency-management

➡If you would like to support flood relief efforts in Socorro County, please use the link below.
Donate here: https://cfsnm.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=6874

We are grateful for everyone continuing to come together to care for our communities. ❤

10/06/2026

Nominate an Outstanding Volunteer! 🌟

Each year, the Gerald Deabel Foundation’s Volunteer of the Year Award celebrates an individual whose dedication, service, and heart make a lasting impact on their organization and our community.

This award is a partnership with Beasley, Mitchell & Co., Mesilla Valley Hospice, The Salvation Army, and the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico.

In 2026, the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico is honored to lead nominations! We invite our Doña Ana County nonprofit partners to nominate a volunteer who goes above and beyond.

The nomination deadline has been extended! You now have a little more time to shine a light on someone who gives their time, talents, and heart to your organization!

📅 Nominations are now due Friday, October 9th

To nominate a volunteer who has gone above and beyond, please visit:
https://forms.gle/ySUGzzDwkz4mDyBQA

10/02/2026

Come Fall Into Community with Your CFSNM! 💛

Join us on October 17th for an evening filled with opportunities to connect with friends, family, and fellow community members.

💛Live music by Proud Pete
💛Seasonal games and activities
💛Yalla Falafel & Chris’s Comedor
💛Live and silent auctions

October 17th | 4–8 PM
2640 El Paseo Rd., Las Cruces

We’re looking forward to welcoming our community to CFSNM for a fun fall evening celebrating the people and generosity that help make Southern New Mexico a wonderful place to call home. Your support helps fuel the mission of Your CFSNM, connecting generous people with local needs and opportunities and helping organizations create meaningful, lasting change throughout our community.
Fall is here! Come hang with us!

To purchase tickets, please visit: https://cfsnm.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=5158

10/02/2026

10/02/2026

As we bring our celebration of the 2026 Scholarship Recipients to a close, we want to extend our warmest congratulations to each and every student honored this year. 🎓💙

These remarkable students embody hard work, perseverance, and a commitment to building a brighter future. It has been an honor to celebrate their achievements and recognize the exciting journeys ahead.

To our generous scholarship donors: thank you for investing in the dreams and potential of students across Southern New Mexico. Your support opens doors, creates opportunities, and makes a lasting difference in the lives of students and their families.

As 2026 LGBTQIA+ Scholarship by the Charles T. Townley and Victor T. Roberts fund recipient Shane Caballero shared, “The support from this scholarship means being able to continue my education with less financial stress.”

We are also incredibly grateful to our dedicated Scholarship Committee for the time, care, and thoughtfulness you bring to this process. Your commitment helps ensure that every application is thoughtfully considered and every scholarship is awarded with purpose.

And to our 2026 Scholarship Recipients: congratulations! 🎉 We are so proud of all you have accomplished and excited to see the impact you will make in the years ahead. Keep pursuing your goals, embracing new opportunities, and inspiring those around you.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2026 scholarship season such a meaningful celebration. Together, we are creating opportunities, changing lives through education, and investing in a brighter future for Southern New Mexico. ✨💙

09/30/2026

Our hearts continue to be with communities across Southern New Mexico as they navigate the impacts of the recent flooding. Times like these remind us of the importance of coming together and caring for one another.

The Greatest Needs Impact Fund for Doña Ana County, held within the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico, is available to provide financial resources for both immediate needs and long-term recovery for the people, animals, and places affected by the flooding. CFSNM is working closely with the Doña Ana County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and United Way of Southwest New Mexico (UWSWNM) to help ensure resources reach those who have been impacted.

Through the Greatest Needs Impact Funds, CFSNM can respond to urgent and evolving needs across Southern New Mexico, helping communities recover and rebuild. These efforts are made possible by the generosity and compassion of people like you. Every contribution helps provide support and hope to our community during this difficult time.

➡If your home or business has been impacted by the flooding in North Doña Ana County, please complete the Public Damage Assessment Form below:
https://crisistrack.juvare.com/public/donaanaNM/request.html

Residents are encouraged to provide as much detail as possible when completing the required information. The portal will help the County document the impacts of the recent heavy rainfall and widespread flooding, including damage to homes, vehicles and property.

➡If you would like to support flood relief efforts in Doña Ana County, please use the link below to make a donation to the Greatest Needs Impact Fund for Doña Ana County:
https://cfsnm.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=5884

➡Follow Doña Ana County Public Safety on Facebook and Instagram for additional information and updates.

We are grateful for everyone coming together to care for our communities. ❤

09/30/2026

Our hearts are with communities across Southern New Mexico as they navigate the impacts of the recent flooding. During times like these, coming together to support our neighbors is more important than ever.

The Greatest Needs Impact Fund for Lincoln County, held within the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico, is available to provide financial resources for both immediate needs and long-term recovery for the people, animals, and places affected by the flooding. CFSNM is working closely with the Lincoln County Disaster Relief & Community Resource Center to help ensure resources reach those who have been impacted

Through the Greatest Needs Impact Funds, CFSNM can respond to urgent and evolving needs across Southern New Mexico, helping communities recover and rebuild. These efforts are made possible by the generosity and compassion of people like you. Every contribution helps provide support and hope to our neighbors during this difficult time.

➡If you are in Lincoln County or know anyone who needs assistance, the information below can be used to access resources:
Lincoln County Disaster Relief & Community Resource Center
1211 Hull Road, Ruidoso, NM 88345
575-973-4126
[email protected]

➡If you would like to support flood relief efforts in Lincoln County, please use the link below.
Donate to the Greatest Needs Impact Fund for Lincoln County : https://cfsnm.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=6841

➡Doña Ana County Update -We are holding our community members in North Doña Ana County close and working closely with Doña Ana County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and other partners providing emergency aid to best support those impacted in Doña Ana County.

We are grateful for everyone coming together to care for our communities. ❤

09/29/2026

Your CFSNM September Vlog is here! 🍂We have lots of exciting things happening this month including Fall Into Community happening October 17th, the Deabel Foundation Volunteer of the Year award nominations and the Devasthali Family Foundation grant cycle!

09/28/2026

Nominate an Outstanding Volunteer! 🌟

Each year, the Gerald Deabel Foundation’s Volunteer of the Year Award celebrates an individual whose dedication, service, and heart make a lasting impact on their organization and our community.

This award is a partnership with Beasley, Mitchell & Co., Mesilla Valley Hospice, The Salvation Army, and the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico. 💙

In 2026, the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico is honored to lead nominations! We invite our Doña Ana County nonprofit partners to nominate a volunteer who goes above and beyond.

Help us shine a light on someone who gives their time, talents, and heart to make our community stronger! ✨

📅 Nominations close October 2 at 5:00 PM.

To nominate a volunteer who has gone above and beyond, please visit:
https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/12-vWxSleJRr0uJ-XKCNtZm1onIwPoGL8_W3Fj30U4fs/edit?pli=1&authuser=0

09/25/2026

Fall is officially here and we’re getting ready to celebrate the season at Fall Into Community! 💛

Join us on October 17th for an evening filled with opportunities to connect with friends, family, and fellow community members.

🎸 Live music by Proud Pete
🍂 Seasonal games and activities
🍴 Yalla Falafel & Other local favorites
🎟️ Live and silent auctions

October 17th | 4–8 PM
2640 El Paseo Rd., Las Cruces

We’re looking forward to welcoming our community to CFSNM for a fun fall evening celebrating the people and generosity that help make Southern New Mexico a wonderful place to call home. Your support helps fuel the mission of Your CFSNM, connecting generous people with local needs and opportunities and helping organizations create meaningful, lasting change throughout our community.

Fall is here! Let’s fall into community! 🍂

To purchase tickets, please visit:
https://cfsnm.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=5158