Our Mission

The New Mexico Local News Fund is dedicated to strengthening and expanding local news across the state, ensuring all New Mexicans have access to the information they need to thrive.

Our Goals

Increase Access to Local News – Ensuring communities across New Mexico receive reliable, relevant, and timely information.

Support Newsrooms & Journalists – Providing funding, training, and networking opportunities to strengthen journalism in our state.

Empower Communities – Collaborating with organizations to create news solutions that reflect the needs and voices of local residents.

How We Work

We partner with both existing newsrooms and trusted community organizations to support, sustain, and grow local journalism. Through funding, mentorship, and collaboration, we help strengthen the local news ecosystem for long-term impact.

Who We Are

The New Mexico Local News Fund is a fiscally sponsored project of the Santa Fe Community Foundation, committed to fostering a strong, independent, and sustainable local news ecosystem.

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