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Economy

Solutions and stories related to local economic prosperity.

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.

Solution Lane Lines Support Competitive Swimming Events in Cortez
Local Champion:
Cortez Water Dragons
Date funded:
July 11, 2025
Grant Amount:
$5,274

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