At the LANL Foundation, we believe that bold, community-rooted policy and enhancing collaboration among philanthropic, non-profit and public entities will help ensure every child in New Mexico has access to the education and opportunities they deserve. Our Policy & Impact division amplifies our foundation’s impact on educational systems by thoughtfully organizing diverse voices to design bold, community-and youth-led solutions, expand educational resources, coordinate public and private funders, and transform policy so that young people and communities thrive. Our division’s work reflects our foundation’s growing leadership in shaping state policy and funding to better support students, educators, and families, especially in Northern New Mexico.
Grounded in the voices of local communities and guided by data, our Policy & Impact work is focused on lasting systems change that strengthens education from early childhood through career pathways. Through enhancing collaboration among philanthropic funders, public agencies, tribal governments, private-sector allies, and nonprofit partners, we aim to expand access to quality education and meaningful career opportunities across the region. Whether championing legislation, supporting grassroots advocacy, aligning philanthropic and public funding, or informing state-level decisions, the LANL Foundation is committed to advancing policies and systems that reflect the strength, diversity, and aspirations of New Mexico’s children and communities.
Advocacy
The LANL Foundation is proud to play a growing role in advocating for state policy and funding in support of education. Over the past two legislative sessions, the LANL Foundation has successfully advocated for $641.2 million in appropriations and eight…
Expanding Opportunities for Underrepresented Youth
New Mexico leads the nation in the percentage of “Opportunity Youth;” those who are not in school and not working. Because of this, it’s crucial for us to expand and improve access to college, career and community pathway opportunities for Northern New Mexico youth of color, lower income youth and young parents.
Strengthening Native American Workforce Development
We’re partnering with Pueblos, Tribes and Nations to help them accomplish their C3P goals.
Publications & Research
As part of advancing our mission, the LANL Foundation seeks to expand and enhance our approach to advocacy. We strive to be non-partisan, strategic and accountable in our advocacy and to align any advocacy work directly with our mission, vision and strategic…