Nonprofits in New Mexico

Freaking incredible. Wait, no, more like the experience of a lifetime. Or… I don’t think there are words to describe how amazing SSP is. As someone from a rural state with an honestly less than impressive background, being able to attend the 2025 program was an amazing opportunity that made me realize that the academic rigor presented was (somehow) manageable while simultaneously being challenging and fun. While I did have some downs, the amazing and caring faculty consisting of the professors and TA’s and Site Director literally blew anything else out of the water. Maybe I didn’t realize it then, but the ways that I grew over those 5 weeks—socially, academically, and personally—will forever be a part of my life and I’ll remain ever thankful for the opportunity SSP gave me. Cheers to the experience of a lifetime!

I was honored to attend the Middle School Research Teachers Conference in D.C. I really protect my summer time, so taking a weekend to attend this event was a big deal for me. I couldn't have been more satisfied with a summer professional development that brought together Middle School teachers from all over the United States to talk about Science. It's really difficult to find professional development that is free, suited specifically to Middle School AND based in science. I absolutely cannot wait to return to school this fall as a "research teacher'. My students will be doing their first science fair ever and we are going to also compete in our regional (ISEF affiliated) science and engineering fair!

We had my son’s 6th birthday party hosted here and had a wonderful experience! Teachers Juno and Emma did a such great job making it fun and interactive but also educational. All kids and parents enjoyed a lot

Kelly Buirch of Learning Tech has saved Ceiba both time and money. I am a Head of School with limited technical expertise in internet networking components. Kelly has supported our school by shepherding us through both E-rate Cat 1 and Cat 2 processes. When I speak with her, I feel like I'm talking with an expert, which is not always the case with some tech companies. I would highly recommend Kelly Buirch of Learning Tech to anyone.

Team even has a rock band now - because - this is not just a robot

I've been working with PMD as a volunteer for over 20 years - doing many different things. PMD's model of providing volunteers to other organizations for an individual project helps a lot of other nonprofits and lets volunteers discover what they enjoy doing.

My husband and I have been actively involved with Reef Environmental Education Foundation for over 20 years. The education , knowledge , experiences ,and friendships developed through our participation has greatly enhanced our scuba diving. We have traveled on REEF organized trips and made life long friends while learning different species of fish around the world. We appreciate the opportunity to participate as citizen scientists as we learn about fish in different regions of the world oceans and complete surveys. Reef Environmental Education Foundation is a great community to be a part of.

My experience as a volunteer and Operations Associate at Save the Water™ has been truly rewarding. I’ve had the opportunity to work with passionate professionals dedicated to protecting one of our most vital resources water. Through my role in Operations, I’ve developed key skills in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving while supporting STW’s global mission. The organization values dedication and provides mentorship and opportunities for personal and professional growth. I’m proud to be part of this diverse, inspiring team working together to make a real impact on our planet’s future.

Fantastic non-profit that does world leading work in saving marine mammals. They are truly a top charity in the U.S. and one of my favorite environmental charities.

Variety of work for volunteers that fits a variety of different strengths. Nonprofit itself works for a very important cause, and its assistance to sea life in the Monterey area, especially whales, is greatly valued.

I have enjoyed volunteering with LAMI for a few years. It has been a pleasure to work with the staff at various events as we present LAMI’s programs to the public. LAMI is actively engaged in introducing and educating students in sailing, marine ecosystems, teamwork, and leadership skills. <br>LAMI’s volunteer program is awesome and well organized. There is something of interest to do regardless of your skill level. I strongly encourage anyone who wants to volunteer and do something worthwhile to take a look at LAMI.

Cultural Heritage Imaging is a fantastic resource for the cultural heritage community. As a practicing art conservator, I have taken both their reflectance transformation imaging (RTI) and photogrammetry trainings. Their user manuals are incredibly useful and the staff have always been incredibly responsive with any email inquiries that I have had over the years. This organization gets my highest recommendation! Eve Mayberger Objects Conservator

The die cut collection alone is worth the visit. There’s an impressive variety of designs, themes, and sizes that make classroom displays and activities come together effortlessly. The quality is sturdy and vibrant, not flimsy, which makes a huge difference when you want materials to last all year. If you love creating eye-catching, organized spaces for learning, this store delivers.

I attended RSI in 1988 while in high school and it was undoubtedly the most impactful experience in my academic life. This is a shared sentiment by so many alumni across many years.

Engaging, kind, dedicated and smart staff who craft lively and limitless learning opportunities. What an incredible organization!

Dr. Touwaide and Dr. Appetiti have amassed an exceptional collection of manuscripts, facsimiles, and reproductions across botany, medicine, and related fields. More than a repository, the Institute actively bridges ancient medical traditions and modern research through rigorous scholarship, publications, lectures, and training. Its resources are accessible to students and scholars worldwide, while many items of the collection are rare or irreplaceable. Alain and Emanuela’s decades-long dedication to excellence, integrity, and mentorship have sustained this vital work. Their careful stewardship and openness to collaboration have amplified the collection's impact, enabling international research collaborations and educational initiatives. The Institute’s interdisciplinary approach and public-facing programs foster new research and wider appreciation of the historical roots of medicine, herbal knowledge, and biodiversity_making it a deserving nominee for GreatNonprofits.

iStart Valley has proven to be a wonderful platform and a committed organization that seeks to empower students. My summer internship with iStart Valley taught me the fundamentals of business, creating your own startup, presentation, and so much more. The experience of collaborating with other students and researching the various aspects that go into making a successful non-profit truly brought some insight into the journey and was very inspiring. Thank you, iStart Valley, for your dedication and an illuminating summer!

AWIS is at the forefront of the movement to address the biases, conscious and unconscious, that hold women back from achieving at the highest levels in STEM professions and academia. They have emerged as a key voice for women in STEM in Washington, DC and throughout the US.

My experience with the League of Amazing Programmers has been overwhelmingly positive. I have been attending since I was 13, and I have thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of my time with the school. The teachers are so supportive, genuine, and friendly, and I feel that I have developed meaningful relationships with many of them. I have grown up alongside some of the people who have been in my classes, and every time I go to the school I feel like I am surrounded by old friends. They are truly so receptive to student input, always adding new classes and modifying their curriculum based on improvements that their students suggest. In my experience the classes balance the social and didactic aspects of learning. The TA curriculum, in which a more advanced student assists those in less advanced classes, enhances this experience. This school has fueled my passion for programming in ways that I don’t know if any other experience could have. I truly love the League of Amazing Programmers, they are an excellent school, and I am so grateful for them. They have taught me not only how to program, but much more importantly how to think like a programmer, and I know that I am ahead of the vast majority of my peers in computer science because of their incredible staff, plethora of resources, and genuine interest in helping kids learn. I truly cannot emphasize enough how wonderful this school is and how profoundly grateful I am to have been able to attend.

I was infected with a tick in 2014, and since I’ve suffered horrible seizures, extreme pain, cervalgia, & depression and anxiety which makes me suicidal. I’m without a home of my own with my full-time student. I adopted her (she’s my half sister in 2011. My physician can’t use a medical code to input Severe Fibromyalgia so it is in her notes. If you can help, I would appreciate anything. I thank you for your time.

Earth Force has been instrumental in creating an environment for service learning for children through various programs across the United States. Students study the concept of what makes a community and how to assist communities in their needs. They explore their local area, connect to various constituencies, and identify several projects that seem essential to the health and welfare of their community. As a group, these children, with the help of the Earth Force process, democratically decide what project is the most necessary. At this juncture they become educated on the issue, why it is an issue, and the reason there is such a need in this area. After looking at the issue, they explore various ways of mitigating the problem and put together data that explains what needs to be done and how this can be accomplished. The outcomes have been profoundly wonderful: (1) one group found there were higher amounts of lead in the drinking water of a community with the highest amounts in the poorer areas. They came up with a solution that pleased their local city council and mayor and helped eliminate in part, the issue. (2) A group of teachers who went through this process so they in turn could do this in their classrooms found five projects for energy savings at a U.S. Forest facility, Land Between the Lakes - Brandon Spring in TN/KY. The outcome was they had made recommendations to install LED lighting in one large building, the costs of which would be amortized in the first year; savings of 92,000 gallons of water by the replacement of top load washers to front loaders - as well as energy for pumping the water from the well, hot water, etc.; a new energy efficient stove that has saved on air conditioning and energy lost in the industrial kitchen since the old Viking stove took half of a day to melt butter. Earth Force bridges the gap between learning and service, between purposeful problem solving and Core Content, between school and community, between parents and students. Their work also has been successful in motivating children to contribute to their communities and to become engaged in working hard to be the "best that they can be." Undoubtedly Earth Force, their staff, their programs are indicators of a passionate approach to making education purposeful not only for children, but in the context of community. I have seen their work first-handed, and the outcomes with children and adults have been profoundly exceptional and successful.

It was really fun to work on social media for Ocean Blue Project for a month! It was my first experience at volunteering my skills for a non-profit and I learned many things about it along the way. My hiring manager, Karisa Arterbury, was very communicative and supportive. I felt really happy and grateful for the opportunity to be part of a team doing something meaningful for the community and for ocean conservation.

When we received our daughter's diagnosis of Angelman Syndrome, we were overwhelmed with so many emotions. The feeling of uncertainty of what our future looked liked, for both our angel, and our family, was all encompassing. ASF has been such an incredible blessing to navigate our angelman journey. It helped connect us with a community that understood everything we were going through and was able to provide us with invaluable knowledge and resources. It has been able to provide us financial support to attend the ASF family conferences, direct access to specialists and a CEO who is equally invested and readily available to assist in any way she can! We are so thankful for ASF and all they do for our community!

CRF is a fantastic organization for both research and community-building for those living with Choroideremia. They are truly passionate about their mission and bring so much hope to families who need it.

Reef Guardians does so many amazing things, and our particular experience with them has been for my eldest son, Oscar, who has done 2 consecutive summer Reef Camps with them. He is now signed up to do a third year with them, and since this year finances were tight we were not going to be able to send him, but by chance I was able to speak with the organizer and she offered us a scholarship for this summer. Oscar absolutely fell in love with Reef Camp, and was so excited by all of the sea creatures he could witness, including an octopus! The camp is structured in such a way that it is both hands on and educational, and the kids have exercises to do, and get to share their experience in front of the group. When I told him that I ran into "Ms. Mermaid" the other day, he immediately knew who she was and is very excited to be attending again. I would recommend this camp to all kids, and when my younger son is old enough next year we will definitely be signing him up too! Amazing community!