The Fund for Taos Awards $552,000 in COVID-19 Response Grants!

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As of December 1, 2020 Taos Community Foundation has awarded nearly 80 grants to local nonprofits through this emergency action fund. In its first phase, from March to July, the Fund for Taos deployed $249,700 to local organizations on the front lines of the pandemic through rapid-relief grants. The majority of these grants assisted with basic needs (food, shelter, access to care, etc), which at that time reflected the greatest needs of the community. As we continued to move into summer months, it became obvious that we needed to approach a second phase of funding in addition. In August, we launched a grant application process with focus areas outlined as: Education, Food Systems, Art & Culture, Behavioral Health, Non Profit Support and Housing. Utilizing small advisory committees to do this review work, grants are awarded to nonprofit organizations that are directly responding to the significant consequences of this crisis in creative and collaborative ways. Focus is on pivoting both programmatic work and organizational management to enhance existing programming or to develop new programming that will otherwise meet the demands of this new situation. Donate to the Fund for Taos by clicking here! 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Humble Brands Donates Hand Sanitizer!

Thank You to Humble Brands and Kit Carson electric cooperative For immediate release:8/7/2020 For more information, contact:TCF Staffinfo@taoscf.org Thank you to Humble Brands for the donation of hand sanitizer for community distribution and Kit Carson Electric Cooperative for the delivery. All hands on deck to unload! Thank you Kristina Ortez of Taos Land Trust, Eve Tovino of El Pueblito United Methodist Church – Shared Table Food Pantry and Scott McAdams from Knight Financial Limited! For more information, access www.taoscf.org or contact TCF Staff at info@taoscf.org. ### Taos Community Foundation115 La Posta Rd. Suite ATaos, NM 87571 www.taoscf.org575-737-9300info@taoscf.org 2020 August 7, 2020

COVID-19 Public Health Announcement

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Taos Ski Valley raises $114k for the Fund for Taos!

Taos Ski Valley raises $114,000 for the Fund for Taos For immediate release:3/12/2020 For more information, contact:TCF Staffinfo@taoscf.org The Village of Taos Ski Valley community raised $114,000 for the Fund for Taos, which is the specialized coronavirus relief, recovery, and resiliency fund created by the Taos Community Foundation. The $114,000 came from Village residents, businesses, resort staff, and homeowners, and includes an earlier $25,000 donation and an additional $25,000 matching grant from the Taos Ski Valley Foundation, the New Mexico affiliate of Louis Bacon’s Moore Charitable Foundation. “The incredible generosity of this tiny community is staggering and we are deeply grateful for their donations,” said Lisa O’Brien, Director, Taos Community Foundation. “These funds will help us serve area residents who are struggling amid the pandemic. What makes this fundraising extraordinary is that the Village of Taos Ski Valley is also experiencing economic stress due to the closure of the ski resort, yet the residents and businesses stepped up anyway.” With fewer than 90 full-time residents, the Village of Taos Ski Valley community was able to raise such significant funds due to the $25,000 matching grant from the Taos Ski Valley Foundation. Taos Ski Valley, Inc.’s executive staff made a large contribution and the ski resort helped spread the word by encouraging skiing enthusiasts to donate, including those who don’t live in New Mexico. Local businesses, including ski rental shops, restaurants, and goods providers also made generous contributions. “During this unprecedented time, the Taos Ski Valley community has demonstrated how a small group of people can drive extraordinary results. I’m proud of our local community’s tremendous efforts and generosity in the face of this pandemic,” said Louis M. Bacon, owner of Taos Ski Valley and founder of the Taos Ski Valley Foundation. Taos Community Foundation has already distributed more than $200,000 in relief aid directly into the Taos area, including helping feed schoolchildren, supporting senior care, and working with shuttered businesses. The additional $114,000 from the Taos Ski Valley community will enable that work to continue throughout the summer as the community continues to manage the negative effects of the coronavirus pandemic. About the Taos Community Foundation and the Fund for TaosTaos Community Foundation is dedicated to serving the unique needs of the communities of Taos and western Colfax Counties. All contributions to the Taos Community Foundation’s Fund for Taos (formerly the COVID-19 Response Fund) support local nonprofits responding to COVID-19 and its effects.About the Taos Ski Valley FoundationThe Taos Ski Valley Foundation is an affiliate foundation of The Moore Charitable Foundation, a private family foundation founded in 1992 by lifelong conservationist Louis Bacon. TSVF supports conservation nonprofits that focus on protecting threatened landscapes, habitats, wildlife, and waterways. The Taos Ski Valley Foundation also supports educational and community programs in the Taos area. About Taos Ski Valley Nestled among the pristine peaks of northern New Mexico, Taos Ski Valley is undergoing a $300 million renaissance making it one of North America’s premier vacation and adventure destinations. With over more than 300 inches of average annual snowfall, 300 days of sunshine and more than 1,200 skiable acres, Taos Ski Valley is the industry’s only B Corp Certified ski resort, which means it operates with the highest standards of environmental sustainability, and social and economic justice. An independently owned and operated resort, Taos maintains an authentic charm while delivering a world-class experience both on-mountain and off for skiers and riders of all abilities. Taos Ski Valley is proud to participate in the Mountain Collective and Ikon Pass. To learn more about Taos Ski Valley and its B Corporation commitment, please visit www.skitaos.com. For more information, access www.taoscf.org or contact TCF Staff at info@taoscf.org. ### Taos Community Foundation115 La Posta Rd. Suite ATaos, NM 87571 www.taoscf.org575-737-9300info@taoscf.org 2020 March 12, 2020

Ben Myers Ridge-A-Thon 2020 Success!

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