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Economy

Solutions and stories related to local economic prosperity.

Solution Multi-Use Arts Space Expands Creative Opportunities for Taos Youth
Local Champion:
Taos Center for Arts
Date funded:
September 25, 2025
Grant Amount:
$27,446
Solution Digital Platform Connects Taos Students to STEAM Opportunities
Local Champion:
STEMarts Lab
Date funded:
September 17, 2025
Grant Amount:
$22,970
Story
Mapping Taos’ Cultural Assets to Protect the Past and Guide the Future

Amid booming growth, a Taos County initiative charts a path toward sustainable development and community preservation.

Solution Acting Academy Opens Doors to New Mexico’s Expanding Film Industry
Local Champion:
Metta Theatre
Date funded:
August 29, 2025
Grant Amount:
$5,000
Solution Safety Upgrades Make Lander a Premier Destination for Track Meets
Local Champion:
Fremont County School District #1
Date funded:
August 28, 2025
Grant Amount:
$17,750
Solution Chainsaws Help Libby’s Logging Competition Stay Sharp
Local Champion:
Kootenai Country Montana
Date funded:
August 13, 2025
Grant Amount:
$3,500
Solution Play Equipment Plants Seeds with Libby’s Young Families
Local Champion:
Farmers Market at Libby
Date funded:
August 1, 2025
Grant Amount:
$1,450
Solution A Downtown Campaign Draws Visitors to Libby’s Local Businesses
Local Champion:
Kootenai Thrift LLC
Date funded:
July 22, 2025
Grant Amount:
$5,000
Solution Awareness Campaign Connects Lander Students to $58,000 in Available Scholarships
Local Champion:
Lander Elks #2317
Date funded:
July 15, 2025
Grant Amount:
$4,725
Story
Artisanal Popsicles Help Fundraise for Cortez Nonprofits

Building on their early success, one Cortez group is creating unique treats that support both the community and local growers.

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