2027 Grants: The deadline for Spring grants-2027 term- is December 15, 2026.
We fund student projects that align with EcoChamp's mission, inspiring youth to become stewards of the environment. These projects aim to enhance the natural world while improving the health and well-being of communities across New Mexico.
Areas of interest to the EcoChamps program may involve
Our vision: To build New Mexico communities that prioritize positive environmental action. Through rewarding people for their pro-environment activities, we will encourage the widespread adoption of innovative projects.
Eligibility: projects must be part of a NM school system or be offered by a not-for-profit NM-based organization.
6509 Caballero Pkwy NW
Los Ranchos NM 87107
Proposal Format
The proposal should be in 5 sections. Length not to exceed two pages.
Areas of interest to the EcoChamps program may involve
- direct pro-environmental activities (such as habitat preservation, wildlife protection, and resource conservation);
- environmental preservation promotion through advocacy and the visual and performing arts; and
- other significant contributions to our community’s ecological balance that foster good heal
Our vision: To build New Mexico communities that prioritize positive environmental action. Through rewarding people for their pro-environment activities, we will encourage the widespread adoption of innovative projects.
Eligibility: projects must be part of a NM school system or be offered by a not-for-profit NM-based organization.
- We will grant funds, up to a total amount of $4000 per term, with individual project grants ranging from $500 to $3,000
- Proposals must be postmarked on or before the due dates above. Proposals received outside of the submission period will not be considered.
- Winners will be announced on our website January 15, 2025.
- All entries must be type written and mailed to:
6509 Caballero Pkwy NW
Los Ranchos NM 87107
Proposal Format
The proposal should be in 5 sections. Length not to exceed two pages.
- Section 1: Sponsoring organization & address, leader's name, age group of students, & number of students anticipated to participate.
- Section 2: Purpose (goals) of your proposal project (one or two paragraphs). How will your project promote student innovation and participation.
- Section 3: Steps you will take to reach your goals (two to three paragraphs). What measures will be used to ensure that your project connects students to the natural world or enhances their environment.
- Section 4: Criteria for measuring your success: how will you know you made a difference? (one paragraph). Examples are before and after photographs, surveys, attendance at functions, etc.
- Section 5: How much money you will need to finish the project (itemize each expense with approximate cost) (note: we will not pay for personal time).