Nov 9, 2026
Dear New Mexico Nonprofit and Philanthropic Community,
Our hearts are with the individuals, families, and communities across New Mexico and our region who have been impacted by the devastating floods, tornadoes, and other recent severe weather events. The scale of this disaster is significant, with severe weather affecting more than 20 counties, Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni Pueblos, and the Navajo Nation. San Juan and Rio Arriba counties are experiencing particularly devastating flooding, with families and communities facing significant loss and urgent needs.
Groundworks is partnering with the Albuquerque Community Foundation and United Way of North Central New Mexico on a donation drive to collect essential goods in support of communities in San Juan County and the Navajo Nation. We are collecting clothes, towels, blankets, pet supplies, plastic totes, and hygiene items to be distributed late next week. This is a quick turnaround, so act now!
We encourage individuals, nonprofits, businesses, and philanthropic organizations in a position to help to consider contributing. Whether through volunteering, donating essential supplies, providing financial support, or connecting resources to organizations on the ground, every contribution can make a difference.
ACF and United Way Fund: https://give.uwncnm.org/campaign/860414/donate
San Juan United Way Fund: https://sjunitedway.harnessgiving.org/campaigns/21916
New Mexico Community Foundation Fund: https://newmexicocf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1927
San Juan Direct Purchase Items via Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/23PWXTQMEE4D3?ref_=wl_fv_le
Groundworks New Mexico expresses its deep appreciation to the coordination efforts lead by the New Mexico Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NMVOAD) and all the organizations and agencies participating in NMVOAD and responding to the crisis with emergency response, food, clothing and supplies, shelter, and recovery operations.
With care and solidarity,
Kristi Dorr
Executive Director
Groundworks New Mexico