The NB3 Foundation’s Community Empowerment (national grantmaking) is designed to provide Native American communities, tribes and Native-led organizations with resources, tools, information and inspiration needed to create measurable impact and sustainable change in their own communities that benefit their children’s health. NB3 Foundation approaches its grantmaking by recognizing that Native American communities have the inherent knowledge, assets and values to address Native children’s health. By employing a variety of funding pathways, communities are able to focus their efforts at the levels they believe would have the most impact.
Youth Council Applications Open
Calling all Native youth ages 14 to 24 living in New Mexico. This is your opportunity to take action, build leadership skills and create positive change in your community. NB3 Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 NB3 Foundation Youth Council.
The NB3 Foundation Youth Council brings together young leaders from Native communities across New Mexico who are passionate about improving the health and well being of Native youth. Youth members serve as ambassadors for the NB3 Foundation, provide guidance on youth focused initiatives and lead service projects that support their communities.
Through the youth council, participants gain leadership development opportunities, hands on service experience and connections with peers from across the state. Members also have opportunities to represent the organization at local and national events, including youth leadership conferences and community gatherings.
Apply by May 15, 2026
Questions email Jared Lesansee at jared@nb3f.org or Simone Duran at simone@nb3f.org
Our department focuses on three areas: Grantmaking, Youth Council and Community Engagement.
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Community Engagement
“They are much more flexible, allowing grantees to focus on a community-driven process. Budgets and work plans can be iterative and reflect this evolving process. They provide thoughtful resources for capacity building and TA, connecting grantees with other consultants or experts with expertise working with Native communities. I have observed their own efforts to develop their strategy and approach in a way that is intentional, uniquely indigenous, and evidence based. I consider them deep content experts and inspiring colleagues and often reach out to them for advice or help.”
– Community Partner (grantee)
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