Eligible CBOs must serve and/or represent at least one equity-focused community which may include, but are not limited to:

• Indigenous communities, with a key focus on Pueblos around Santa Fe
• Multilingual and multicultural groups and businesses
• People with disabilities
• Communities with limited English proficiency (LEP)
• Individuals and families experiencing houselessness
• Immigrants and refugees
• Young people, groups, and students
• Older adults
• Modes of transportation (people who walk, bike, use public transit, and/or use mobility devices)
• Neighborhood associations within equity-priority areas
• Economic development and small business development
• Arts and culture organizations
• Environmental quality, environmental justice, and climate change organizations
• Housing groups and organizations

The City of Santa Fe will conduct a competitive selection process to identify up to ten (10) community-based organizations (CBOs) that will serve as Community Partners for Santa Fe Forward. The selection will be based on the organization's capacity, outreach modes and methods, and demonstrated ability to engage historically underrepresented communities.

• Step 1: Apply – Submit a Community Partner Application outlining community reach, experience, and engagement strategy.
• Step 2: Evaluation – The project team will review applications based on outreach capacity, equity commitment, and ability to meet program goals.
• Step 3: Interviews – Shortlisted applicants may be invited for a brief discussion to clarify their approach.
• Step 4: Selection & Onboarding – Selected organizations will sign an agreement, attend an onboarding session, and begin engagement activities.

Submit your Community Partner Application by April 6, 2025! For full program details, please review the Community Partner Policy.

Mini grants are issued based on a tiered system, allowing organizations to select a level of participation that aligns with their staffing and resources. All CBOs will be required to track and communicate their labor hours committed towards Santa Fe Forward outreach efforts. This program will provide funding for up to ten (10) CBOs.

• Tier 1 ($1,000)
  • Share Santa Fe Forward updates, events, and surveys across communication platforms at least once a month and/or when requested
  • Participate in a Community Partner leadership workshop
  • Host or attend at least one community event with a tabling opportunity
  • Co-host at least one focus group or community conversation
• Tier 2 ($3,000)
  • Share Santa Fe Forward updates, events, and surveys across communication platforms at least once a month and/or when requested
  • Participate in a Community Partner leadership workshop
  • Host or attend at least two community events with tabling opportunities
  • Co-host at least two focus groups or community conversations
  • Attend and participate in at least one Open House event
• Tier 3 ($5,000)
  • Share Santa Fe Forward updates, events, and surveys across communication platforms at least once a month and/or when requested
  • Participate in a Community Partner leadership workshop
  • Host or attend at least three community events with tabling opportunities
  • Co-host at least four focus groups or community conversations
  • Attend and participate in at least two Open House events
  • Participate in at least two technical workshops on Santa Fe Forward policies
  • Provide input for an equity analysis of Santa Fe Forward policies

• Demographics
• Land Use, Neighborhoods, & Housing
• Historical & Cultural Resources
• Arts & Culture
• Economic Development
• Transportation
• Community Services & Facilities
• Natural Resources, Resilience, & Climate Change
• Governance

• Offer technical expertise or local insights to help shape planning decisions and guide policy development, ensuring recommendations align with community needs and priorities.
• Collaborate with City staff and consultants to support public engagement efforts and broaden community participation.
• Contribute to an inclusive, forward-thinking, and technically sound General Plan that reflects Santa Fe’s diverse communities.
• Attend meetings consistently, provide organized and timely feedback, and actively participate in discussions.

Up to fifteen (15) members will be selected, and applicants must live or work in Santa Fe County but may reside in surrounding counties (Los Alamos, Sandoval, San Miguel, etc.). For additional information, please reference the Technical Working Group Charter.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest and your resume by April 6, 2025, at info@santafeforward.org with “TWG Application” in the subject line.

For questions, please contact the project team via email, or leave us a voicemail at (505) 878-6520. We hope you’ll consider supporting this important effort to shape a sustainable, inclusive, and thriving Santa Fe for generations to come.