CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC
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The Center of Southwest Culture Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in New Mexico, Montana, and Washington, D.C. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants strictly by invitation. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF THE CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE IS TO DEVELOP HEALTHY INDIGENOUS AND MEXICANO / CHICANO COMMUNITIES THROUGH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, CULTURAL, AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. OUR WORK TAKES A LINGUISTICALLY AND CULTURALLY SUPPORTIVE APPROACH AND IS CENTERED ON CULTURAL LIFEWAYS, TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, AND EXISTING RESOURCES TO INCREASE OVERALL COMMUNITY HEALTH.
Cause Areas
4
Education
Economic development
Arts education
Arts and culture
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SANTA FE FORWARD
$151K
8%
New Mexico Resiliency Alliance
$77.1K
4%
VISIONES COLLABORATIVAS COLLABORATIVE VISIONS
$15K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC?
No. CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC give?
CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC primarily gives to organizations located in New Mexico, Montana, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $43 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC make each year?
In 2021, CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $229 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC fund recently?
In 2024, CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include SANTA FE FORWARD, New Mexico Resiliency Alliance, and VISIONES COLLABORATIVAS COLLABORATIVE VISIONS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC?
CENTER OF SOUTHWEST CULTURE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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