Community Solar is gaining momentum in New Mexico, creating new opportunities for residents to save on energy costs while expanding access to clean energy across the state. Help improve community solar in NM by showing your support for billing reform and signing their letter: solstice.us/nmreform

New Mexico has launched a new statewide energy dashboard designed to make energy, emissions, and infrastructure data more accessible to the public. The DETECT platform brings together information from state agencies, public utilities, & federal sources into one interactive tool. Visit detectnm.com

Congratulations to our Financial Capability class graduates! Over the course of seven weeks, participants built knowledge and skills designed to support long-term financial success.

We had an amazing opportunity to work with 40 Indigenous high school students to open safe checking accounts and receive funding to support their regular attendance at school! This work would not be possible without our partners at #APS, #RioGrandeCU, #FirstConvenienceBank and #OneGenFund!

Protect your personal information and safely dispose of sensitive documents at #UnitedBusinessBank’s FREE Community Shred Day on June 6, from 8am to 12pm. Bring items like financial statements, personal documents, receipts and invoices.

Prosperity Works recently attended a Fraud event hosted by AARP New Mexico. Our team learned more about fraud occurring every day right here in New Mexico, along with tips on how to combat these crimes that we'll be sharing over the next few weeks.

New research highlights the importance of #BabyBonds in creating long-term pathways to wealth building for children. Read more about the lessons learned from New Mexico’s Baby Bonds pilot and the importance of expanding wealth-building opportunities for future generations here: heyor.ca/1zguQ4

#BankOnNewMexico has been partnering with the #NMDept.ofWorkforceSolutions team to connect people who are unbanked and receiving unemployment insurance benefits to safe Bank On Certified accounts. This helps people access affordable banking solutions they can use now and in the future.

Graduation season reminds us what’s possible when students have support and opportunity. Through Prosperity Kids, NM kids are building savings and preparing for college. Your donation helps expand access to college savings & financial education for future graduates, give now: heyor.ca/3Cloeq

Community Solar is helping make clean energy more accessible and affordable for low-income New Mexicans. By signing up for Community Solar, eligible households can receive savings on their electricity bills without the cost of installing solar panels or owning a home. Sign up today: heyor.ca/eAblzR

We’re proud to partner with #LutheranFamilyServicesRockyMountains to help expand homeownership opportunities for New Mexicans. By working together to leverage funds, we’re helping IDA participants access additional resources for down payments on their homes, making the dream of homeownership reality

NM is making major strides toward a cleaner transportation future. The number of EV charging stations in NM has grown from just 250 in 2020 to 1,141 today, expanding access to electric vehicle charging for more New Mexicans than ever before.

Join Bank On New Mexico tomorrow at the Goodwill Industries of New Mexico Jumpstart Your Future Youth Career & Resource Fair from 10am - 2pm! Come connect with employers and enjoy food trucks and a live DJ. This event is geared toward youth but is open to everyone.

Shout out to Doug Campion from EnergyWorks and Veronica Blount, Sustainability Specialist with the City of Albuquerque for their partnership and collaboration on our energy work!

This is the 11th year that we've received a #FamilyFriendlyNM Award to celebrate our commitment to supporting our employees to have a good work/life balance.

During our #BankOn Coalition meeting, we were able to give an update on our Guaranteed Basic Income project. In this project, we have been providing $500 per month to 40 Indigenous high school students at West Mesa, Highland and Del Norte high schools to support their attendance.

The Prosperity Works team had a great time attending the Earth Day celebration at Balloon Fiesta Park. We connected with community members, shared information about our energy work, and helped low-income residents get signed up for community solar, making it easier to save on energy costs.

Join NM-NEW in partnership with The Future of You for their upcoming Designing a Purposeful Next Chapter workshop 5/4-6/15. This online workshop is focused on helping older adults take actionable next steps into employment or meaningful volunteer roles. Learn more and sign up today: heyor.ca/KDIFob

Want to know more about the Blackstone acquisition of PNM? The NM Public Regulation Commission Evidentiary Hearing on the stock transaction is tomorrow at 9am. Busy at 9? The hearing will take place for most of the day. Watch the hearing live using this link: heyor.ca/22yKpr

We are fortunate to be partnering with CABQ and EnergyWorks to provide energy efficiency retrofits to 50 homes in ABQ using Community Energy Efficiency Development (CEED) funds. Last week we met with two homeowners to plan out the retrofits that would have the greatest impact on their electric bill!

Bank On New Mexico was proud to have members from local youth organizations, #FutureFocusedEducation, NMCAN, and JAG NM, attend our recent Coalition Meeting. These partners got to share how they are working to connect local youth to Bank On-certified accounts and to wealth-building initiatives.

We had a great spring Bank On New Mexico Coalition meeting focused on youth-friendly Bank On-certified accounts. This hybrid event brought together local leaders, financial institutions, and organizations to learn about these accounts and get updates from all of the Bank On coalitions in our state.

Last week, Ann Lyn Hall, Prosperity Works CEO, attended the annual GroundWorks Conference in Albuquerque. Vu Le, the host of the website 'Nonprofit AF', and author of a new book, Reimagining Non-Profits and Philanthropy, was an amazing keynote speaker.

Protect your money from scams and theft by receiving upcoming federal payments into a federally insured, certified account. Find a list of participating banks and credit unions that offer safe, affordable accounts in your area at bankonnewmexico.org.

Don’t miss the upcoming #BankOnNewMexico Coalition Meeting on 4/14! This year’s theme is “Young People and Banking,” highlighting how we can better connect youth to safe financial services. This is a statewide hybrid event, register today! In-person: heyor.ca/aVuO8T Virtual: heyor.ca/GnUQpM

Our Economic Equity Director, Delma, recently attended the JAG NM Career Development Conference to share information on Bank On Youth Accounts with teens who may need them as they enter the workforce.

Join us for our Bank On New Mexico Coalition Meeting on April 14th! This year's theme is 'Young People and Banking', and is a hybrid event to help those across our large state attend. Register today! In-person Registration: heyor.ca/aVuO8T Virtual Registration: heyor.ca/GnUQpM

April is Financial Literacy Month, a time to highlight the importance of building the knowledge and skills that help individuals and families achieve financial stability and opportunity.

Register for the 2026 New Mexico Extreme Heat, Health, and Resiliency Summit happening April 22-23. Hosted by Healthy Climate New Mexico, this summit will present critical information on how extreme heat impacts us all. Learn more and register: heyor.ca/7cjcrg

#ProsperityKids Highlight: Carlos Carlos will be graduating later this year and has an exciting future ahead with plans to attend the University of Chicago. While he’s still deciding on his major, we know he will do amazing things as he begins this next chapter.

Register for our upcoming Financial Capability classes happening over the next 7 weeks! We'll be hosting in-person and virtual classes on a variety of financial topics designed to give you the tools you need to be successful!

Welcome Chase to the #BankOnNewMexicoCoalition! Their Secure Banking account is now Bank On certified and available for New Mexicans to sign up for in branch or online. Learn more about the account here: heyor.ca/Rscv32

We will be at the #EarthDayFestival on 4/26 at Balloon Fiesta Park, and we’d love to see you there. Stop by our booth to learn more about our work! This free, family-friendly event celebrates our planet with community orgs, music, food, and activities. Get free tickets through 3/31: heyor.ca/giDyqZ

Save money and support clean energy by signing up for #CommunitySolar! Community Solar allows homeowners and renters the ability to power their homes with renewable energy - no rooftop panels needed! Learn more and sign up today: heyor.ca/r4Ivl1

We are grateful to Cynthia Kolson for her generous gift. Cynthia recently donated several pieces of artwork created by her mother, artist Wanda Blake, which will now hang in our offices. Thank you for helping make our office brighter and for sharing your mother's artistry with our community!

We're participating in EMNRD's Community Resilience Working Group that launched yesterday. The goals of the group include: identifying community priorities and needs; exploring the best ways to integrate state and local resilience efforts; and providing input on climate tools. More: heyor.ca/dthpDG

Congrats to our partner StreetVision Housing Strategies on the recent groundbreaking for the Cottages at Chama Street! These four lots near Louisiana and Central will be turned into a 20-unit cottage development thanks to capital outlay money from the State of New Mexico.

The federal government is ending paper check payments for benefits like Social Security and tax refunds. Open a safe, no overdraft fee, certified banking account to make sure you continue to receive your money. Learn more at bankonnewmexico.org.

We're welcoming #NMCAN to the #BankOnNewMexico Coalition. They authentically engage young people who have experienced family separation to advocate for systems change that improves their transition to adulthood. Learn more about our coalition and members here: heyor.ca/ysQYRy

Thank you to our colleagues at Future Focused Education for another great EdUprising conference last week! We got to talk to many young people (and adults) about safe and affordable Bank On Certified accounts. We also got to share about our Guaranteed Basic Income work with One Generation and APS.

We’re currently looking for construction services to provide energy-efficient retrofits and upgrades to support the Community Energy Efficiency (CEED) program for low-income households in Albuquerque and Bernalillo with high-energy burdens. Learn more and download the RFP: heyor.ca/6lgcT7

Welcome #UMBBank, to the #BankOnNewMexicoCoalition! Their UMB Check-Free Banking account is available at all UMB locations across New Mexico. Learn more about their account and our partners here: heyor.ca/K8Zjcv

Thank you to all of the NM legislators for all your work during the 2026 legislative session. This year’s session included significant debate and action on key issues affecting families and communities across our state, and we appreciate the time, effort, and commitment you put into public service.

Please join us in welcoming Marla to our team as our new Energy Efficiency Project Manager! Marla will help lead our energy efficiency efforts, working with partners and communities to lower energy costs, improve home comfort, and expand access to clean energy solutions across New Mexico.

I’m excited to share that I’m presenting at this year’s EdUprising Conference in partnership with #FutureFocusedEducation. I hope you’ll join me for my presentation about our Guaranteed Basic Income project with #APS to support Indigenous youth. heyor.ca/rRuQir

For 25 years, Prosperity Works has been about more than programs; it’s been about people. About creating a workplace where staff feel valued, and building community-rooted solutions that strengthen New Mexico families. Read more: heyor.ca/dh5wka

We love New Mexico — its land, its people, and the stories that shape our communities. Check out What We Love: New Mexico and watch stories from across the state. 👉 welovenm.org

Thank you to these amazing Senators for supporting the Clear Horizons Act! Thank you for planning ahead and making a commitment to our shared future! A big thank you to sponsors Senate Pro Tem Mimi Stewart and Senator Angel Charley for sponsoring this bill!

I’m excited to share that I’m presenting at this year’s EdUprising Conference in partnership with #FutureFocusedEducation. I hope you’ll join me for my presentation about our Guaranteed Basic Income project with #APS to support Indigenous youth. You can register today at heyor.ca/rRuQir #EdUprising

The US Dept of Treasury is ending paper checks for federal benefits like tax refunds and Social Security. Open a bank or credit union account to make sure you receive your money without delay. Visit #BankOnNewMexico for a list of safe, affordable banking accounts in NM: heyor.ca/9VYAuU