Dr. Robert Palmer Grant Fund

The Dr. Robert Palmer Grant Fund offers a funding opportunity for nonprofit organizations working to enhance quality of life and well-being in Luna County, New Mexico. Administered by Your Community Foundation, the fund aims to support both innovative new projects and existing programs that serve the diverse needs of the Luna County population. The focus is on fostering healthier environments where residents live, work, and play. Funding from the Dr. Robert Palmer Grant Fund can be applied to a wide range of causes. Eligible project types include direct nonprofit services, educational programs, health and wellness initiatives, capital projects (including seed funding for new infrastructure or facilities), animal services, and activities in the arts and humanities. The fund also welcomes collaborative initiatives and coalitions, including those that operate under a fiscal sponsor, providing additional flexibility for organizations working together to meet shared goals. Applications are accepted from March 14 through May 20, 2025, with a firm submission deadline at 5:00 p.m. on the final day. The fund is open to all nonprofits located in or serving the Luna County area, and it emphasizes demonstrable outcomes in support of community well-being. Projects that show clear, positive impacts on the social, cultural, physical, or emotional wellness of residents will be prioritized in funding decisions. By supporting a broad definition of well-being, the Dr. Robert Palmer Grant Fund plays a vital role in strengthening community infrastructure, fostering creative expression, and enhancing the overall quality of life in Luna County.