Brindle Foundation Early Childhood Initiative Grant

Fact (page-stated): The Brindle Foundation (Santa Fe, NM) Early Childhood Initiative funds organizations focused on prenatal-to-three via two streams: (1) strengthening early-childhood systems statewide across New Mexico/tribal lands (advocacy/policy, innovation, coordination, higher education) and (2) direct services for babies and families in seven NM counties (Colfax, Mora, Rio Arriba, San Miguel, Sandoval, Santa Fe, Taos) plus tribal lands. Grants are for 1-2 year projects; new grantee partners may apply for up to $20,000/year. Eligible: IRS-recognized nonprofits, fiscally-sponsored projects, or government/tribal entities (no grants to individuals, religious, or political purposes). 2026 calendar: portal opens Sept 2, proposals due Sept 24 (5 PM MDT), awards early December. Inference: recurs annually (~September).