Regional Gatherings
Across New Mexico, Nonprofits Are Gathering
Since May 2026, New Mexico Thrives has hosted regional gatherings across the state — bringing nonprofit leaders together to connect, share challenges, and build a stronger sector.
Six Gatherings. Six Communities.
May 6, 2026
Gallup
May 7, 2026
Albuquerque
May 13, 2026
Las Cruces
May 28, 2026
Silver City
June 4, 2026
Alamogordo
July 8, 2026
Española
What New Mexico Nonprofits Are Saying
At each gathering, New Mexico Thrives asked nonprofit leaders about their greatest challenges and needs. Seven themes emerged — shared by communities across the state.
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Funding
At every gathering, the message was clear: nonprofits need sustainable funding to serve their communities and pay their staff a living wage.
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Connection to Elected Officials
Nonprofit leaders want a stronger relationship with decision-makers. Connecting with elected officials at the local and state level remains a consistent priority.
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Volunteers
Organizations across New Mexico are looking for better ways to recruit, engage, and retain volunteers as community needs continue to grow.
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Back Office Support
Many smaller nonprofits can't afford full-time bookkeepers or accountants. Affordable, shared back-office services are in high demand.
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Capital Outlay & the Anti-Donation Clause
Navigating capital outlay projects with state and local governments — and working within the constraints of New Mexico's Anti-Donation Clause — continues to challenge many organizations.
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Organizational Support
From strategic planning and HR guidance to conflict resolution, legal assistance, and help transitioning from fiscal sponsorship to 501(c)(3) — each region brought specific, practical needs to the table.
More Gatherings Are Coming
New Mexico Thrives is continuing to bring nonprofit leaders together across the state. Stay connected to hear about upcoming regional gatherings near you.
Find a Service Provider
New Mexico Thrives has a directory of service providers offering expertise in the areas nonprofits need most — from finance and legal to HR, communications, and more.
New Mexico Thrives is responding to these themes.
Explore practical guidance and tools to help your organization run effectively and stay informed. These free resources support nonprofits in day-to-day operations and provide up-to-date information on policy and advocacy issues affecting the sector.
These Gatherings Were Made Possible By
We are grateful to the partners, sponsors, and community champions across New Mexico who helped make these gatherings happen.
With special thanks to Anna Rondon, Christopher Hudson, Priscilla Lucero, Dolores Roybal, and Lilly Irvin-Vitela for their personal contributions to planning, promotion, and facilitation.
Join New Mexico Thrives!
These gatherings happen because of people like you. Join New Mexico Thrives and become part of a growing community of nonprofit leaders working to strengthen the nonprofit sector across New Mexico.