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Economy

Solutions and stories related to local economic prosperity.

Solution A Food Pantry Produce Pilot Program Benefits Cortez Families and Local Producers
Local Champion:
Good Food Collective
Date funded:
August 4, 2026
Grant Amount:
$25,000
Solution Live Music Strengthens the Monte Vista Farmers Market
Local Champion:
A Monte Vista Local
Date funded:
July 30, 2026
Grant Amount:
$4,198
Solution An Apsáalooke Cultural Day Celebrates Buffalo’s Original Residents and Generates Community Investment
Local Champion:
Longmire Foundation
Date funded:
July 13, 2026
Grant Amount:
$6,900
Solution A Farm Stand Teaches Cortez Students Real-World Skills
Local Champion:
Montezuma School to Farm Project
Date funded:
July 9, 2026
Grant Amount:
$9,980
Solution A Renewable Energy Education Center Revitalizes Monte Vista’s Historic Railroad Depot
Local Champion:
Sustainable Environmental & Economic Development Park
Date funded:
June 30, 2026
Grant Amount:
$29,390
Solution A Digital Sign Brings Travelers to Downtown Weiser Businesses
Local Champion:
Friends of the Chamber of Commerce
Date funded:
June 23, 2026
Grant Amount:
$28,850
Solution Adaptive Equipment Library Opens Mountain Access for Lander Families
Local Champion:
A Lander local
Date funded:
June 9, 2026
Grant Amount:
$15,000
Solution Certification Training Expands Healthcare Workforce in Taos County
Local Champion:
Compostela Community & Family Cultural Institute
Date funded:
June 2, 2026
Grant Amount:
$9,950
Solution Youth Fly Fishing School Builds Skills and Pathways for Taos Youth
Local Champion:
Friends of Rio Grande del Norte National Monument
Date funded:
May 28, 2026
Grant Amount:
$8,490
Solution Rafting Guide School Offers Outdoor Career Pathways to Taos Youth
Local Champion:
Friends of Rio Grande del Norte National Monument
Date funded:
May 27, 2026
Grant Amount:
$8,050