Del Norte Credit Union – LOV Initiatives (2026)

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Event Sponsorships & Programmatic Support for Youth and Families in New Mexico

Del Norte Credit Union (DNCU) offers event sponsorships and programmatic support through its LOV (Leading Our Values) Initiatives, championing local businesses and nonprofit organizations that improve the lives of youth and families across New Mexico. The 2026 Sponsorship Request Form is now open for eligible organizations.

Organization: Del Norte Credit Union (DNCU)
Support Type: Event sponsorships and programmatic support
Geographic Focus: New Mexico — with emphasis on Bernalillo, Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Sandoval, and Santa Fe counties

About the Funder

Del Norte Credit Union is a community-focused financial institution committed to strengthening the wellbeing of New Mexico communities. Through its LOV Initiatives, DNCU invests in nonprofit partners whose work advances opportunity, education, and community enrichment—particularly for youth and families in the regions DNCU serves.

What This Program Supports

DNCU considers sponsorship requests that align with its mission and emphasis areas, including:

Community Support & Volunteerism
- Programs that build community connections and encourage civic engagement.
Financial Literacy
- Initiatives that improve money management skills and financial wellbeing.
Education & STEM
- Educational programming, including STEM learning and academic enrichment.
Youth & Family Wellbeing
- Efforts addressing at-risk youth and strengthening family outcomes.
Arts & Culture
- Programs that enrich communities through creative and cultural engagement.

Supported requests must benefit an organization or program directly and align with DNCU’s community impact goals.

Eligibility & Requirements

To be considered, applicants must:

Be a registered and active 501(c)(3) nonprofit or have a qualified fiscal sponsor
Submit a current W-9 (all payments are made to the organization listed on the W-9)
Operate in and serve communities within DNCU’s New Mexico footprint
Ensure the request does not support a specific religion or belief system

Submission of an application does not guarantee sponsorship.

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Timeline & Review

Application Timeline: Rolling / 2026 Sponsorship cycle
Review Process: Internal review by DNCU
Payment Method: Check or ACH (to W-9 organization)

Application / Contact

Complete the 2026 Sponsorship Request Form to apply.

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.dncu.com/community-engagement/dncu-lov-initiatives/

Questions:
Connie Tooker Nuñez, Director of DNCU LOV Initiatives
📧 ctookernunez@dncu.org | 📞 505-455-5456

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is ideal for nonprofits that:

Serve youth and families in New Mexico
Operate within DNCU’s priority counties
Focus on financial literacy, education/STEM, community enrichment, or arts & culture
Are seeking local sponsorships with a strong community partner

Del Norte Credit Union’s LOV Initiatives are best suited for place-based organizations delivering measurable benefits to New Mexico communities.