Southern New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo

Mailing Address: PO Box 1145, Las Cruces, NM 88004
County of Location: Dona Ana
Phone: (575) 524-8602
NTEE Code: A- Arts, Culture and Humanities
Mission Statement:

The SNMSFR is responsible for hosting an annual regional fair. Integral to its purpose the SNMSFR showcases and promotes the regions agriculture, commerce, technology and cultures. Maintains ability to respond to the changing needs of the region by representing six NM Counties and El Paso County.

Primary Programs:

Educational Outreach Program-elementary school students get an up close, sometimes hands on, to the animals shown at the fair.

Veteran's Building-blends the old with the new-keeping alive our past.

Hispanic Heritage Day-keeping alive our heritage through appropriate entertainment.

Livestock and Non-livestock competitions, educational exhibits, public school displays and entertainment venues-educating and promoting a healthy lifestyle with emphasis on agriculture, environment, nutrition, stewardship and family.

Populations Served: All Populations
Counties Served: Hidalgo, Catron, Sierra, Luna, Dona Ana, Grant, International
Year Founded:

1966

Annual Budget: $250,000 - $499,999
Personnel: 1 to 5 FTE
Executive Director:

Wilma Arroyos

Accepts inquiries: Accepts inquiries about volunteering, Accepts inquiries about board member positions
Nonprofit Status: Has 501(c)(3) nonprofit status from the IRS

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