United Way of Southwest New Mexico

11/10/2026

💰 Learning, Leading, and Making Money Moves! 💰

Middle school students from Enlace Southern New Mexicorecently participated in an exciting Mad City Money Reality Simulation, where they got a hands-on opportunity to experience the financial decisions and responsibilities that come with adulthood! These experiences help empower our young people with the knowledge and confidence to make informed financial decisions.

A HUGE THANK YOU to our amazing volunteers who shared their time, energy, and enthusiasm to make this experience engaging and meaningful for our students. Your support makes a lasting difference!

And a very special thank-you to our major sponsor, Citizens Bank, for your generous support and commitment to financial education and empowering the next generation. We are grateful for your partnership!

Together, we’re building brighter futures, one smart financial decision at a time! 🌟

11/09/2026

The United Way of Southwest New Mexico office will be closed on Wednesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.

Normal business hours will resume on Thursday, November 12th.

11/06/2026

‼️Calling all Nonprofit Organizations!‼️

You’re invited to the Las Cruces Community Action Summit on November 13th! This is an opportunity to come together, share ideas, spark meaningful conversations, and imagine what’s possible for the future of our nonprofit sector and the communities we serve.

Hosted by the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico and New Mexico Thrives. Facilitated by Tsiporah Nephesh, New Mexico Thrives.

Across the country, Community Action Summits are bringing people together around the same questions, connecting our conversations through a shared purpose, collective power, and a commitment to creating lasting change.
📅 November 13th
⏰ 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico- 2640 El Paseo Rd, Las Cruces, NM

To register, please visit:
https://nmthrives.org/events/las-cruces-action-summit

11/05/2026

🏦 Strengthening Financial Opportunity Through Bank On! 💙

Last week, our CEO traveled to Charlotte, North Carolina, to participate in Bank On Leadership Training, joining fellow Bank On coalition leaders from across the country to share ideas, exchange experiences, and learn strategies to strengthen financial access and opportunity in our communities.

But what exactly is the Bank On movement?

Bank On is a national initiative focused on ensuring everyone has access to a safe, affordable, and reliable bank account. Through partnerships with financial institutions, community organizations, and local leaders, Bank On works to connect individuals and families with mainstream banking services that help them build financial stability, avoid costly alternative financial services, and take important steps toward achieving their financial goals.

As the lead organization for the Bank On Doña Ana Coalition, United Way of Southwest New Mexico is proud to be part of this movement and work alongside local partners to expand access to safe banking opportunities throughout our community.

Investing in financial empowerment means creating opportunities for individuals and families to build stronger, more secure futures. We are excited to bring back new ideas, knowledge, and connections to continue moving this work forward!

11/04/2026

📚💛 Celebrating Gratitude, Friendship & Community! 💛📚
Our next Bilingual Reading Circle will bring children together for a special storytime focused on gratitude and the importance of community.

Through stories, conversation, and shared moments of learning in both English and Spanish, children have the opportunity to explore what it means to be thankful, appreciate those around us, and understand how we can make our community a better place.

Join us for this meaningful reading experience led by Looking Bilingue!

Space is limited so registration is encouraged - https://www.uwswnm.org/reading-circles

📚💛 ¡Celebremos la gratitud, la amistad y la comunidad! 💛📚
Nuestro próximo Círculo de Lectura Bilingüe reunirá a los niños para una sesión de cuentacuentos especial, centrada en la gratitud y la importancia de la comunidad.

A través de historias, conversaciones y momentos de aprendizaje compartido —tanto en inglés como en español—, los niños tendrán la oportunidad de explorar qué significa ser agradecidos, valorar a quienes nos rodean y comprender cómo podemos hacer de nuestra comunidad un lugar mejor.

¡Únanse a nosotros en esta significativa experiencia de lectura, dirigida por Looking Bilingue!

El cupo es limitado, por lo que te recomendamos inscribirte aquí: https://www.uwswnm.org/reading-circles

10/27/2026

🌟 Stronger Together Across New Mexico! 🌟
United Ways from across New Mexico came together last week for our annual state meeting to share ideas, learn from one another, and strengthen the work we do in our communities. 💙
Our time together is a reminder that we are stronger when we work together! We support one another, share best practices, celebrate successes, and collaborate on statewide initiatives that make a meaningful difference for individuals and families throughout New Mexico.
By connecting, learning, and working together, we’re building stronger communities and creating a brighter future for all New Mexicans. Together, we can accomplish so much more! 🤝✨

10/26/2026

Join us THIS Wednesday for a special Bilingual Reading Circle as we explore the fun and traditions of Halloween and Día de los Mu***os through stories! 📚
Children and families will enjoy reading together in English and Spanish, discovering the similarities and differences between these celebrations, and learning how books can help us celebrate the rich cultures and traditions that make our community special. ❤️📖
Space is limited so registration is encouraged - https://www.uwswnm.org/reading-circles

¡Acompáñenos en un Círculo de Lectura Bilingüe especial para explorar la diversión y las tradiciones de Halloween y el Día de los Mu***os a través de historias! 📚
Los niños y sus familias disfrutarán leyendo juntos en inglés y español, descubriendo las similitudes y diferencias entre estas celebraciones y aprendiendo cómo los libros nos ayudan a celebrar las ricas culturas y tradiciones que hacen que nuestra comunidad sea especial. ❤️📖
El cupo es limitado, por lo que te recomendamos inscribirte aquí: https://www.uwswnm.org/reading-circles

10/23/2026

💙 Our fellow United Way organization and the communities they serve are facing the devastating impacts of flooding, and now is the time to come together and make a difference.

We encourage you to consider making a gift to the flood relief fund to help provide much-needed support to individuals and families impacted by the flooding. Every contribution, no matter the size, can help bring hope, provide relief, and support recovery efforts.

As part of the United Way family, we know that when we LIVE UNITED, we can accomplish so much more together. ❤️

Please consider donating and sharing this post to help spread the word. Together, we can show our neighbors that they are not alone during this difficult time.

San Juan United Way started the Flood Relief & Recovery Fund as repeated flooding and extreme weather continue to impact Navajo Nation communities and neighboring rural areas of San Juan and McKinley…

10/20/2026

🎉 A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS & SPONSOR! 🎉

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our amazing volunteers who participated in the Mad City Money Reality Simulation with Mesilla Valley Leadership Academy! 🙌

Your time, energy, and commitment helped make this an engaging and meaningful experience for students as they explored real-world financial decisions, budgeting, and the importance of financial responsibility. Your willingness to share your time and talents makes a lasting impact on our future leaders! 💰📊

A special thank you to Citizens Bank for the continued sponsorship of this valuable learning experience. Your support is truly appreciated! 💙

We are grateful for our volunteers and community partners who continue to invest in the next generation. Together, we are making a difference! 👏

10/16/2026

United Way of Southwest New Mexico is excited to participate in the KRWG Children’s Literacy Celebration to celebrate the joy of reading and help families discover the magic of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library! 🌟📖

Through the Imagination Library program, children from birth to age five in Doña Ana County can receive a free, age-appropriate book delivered to their home every month, regardless of their family’s income. 🏡💌

📚 Want to enroll your child? Stop by our booth tomorrow!

Learn more about Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and give your little one the gift of reading - https://imaginationlibrary.com/