Working Together to Strengthen New Mexico Land Grants

The New Mexico Land Grant Council works alongside government agencies, educational institutions, legal organizations, and community partners to support land grant communities across New Mexico.

Shared Stewardship

Partnership makes our work possible. The Council collaborates with organizations at the local, state, federal, and university levels to advance education, governance, community development, resource management, historical preservation, and public service.


Partner Organizations


State Government Partners

  • Department of Finance & Administration
  • Office of the State Auditor
  • New Mexico Legislature
  • NM Acequia Commission

Federal Partners

  • USDA Rural Development
  • NRCS
  • BLM
  • US Forest Service

Legal Aid Partners

  • New Mexico Legal Aid
  • UNM School of Law
  • Community Law Clinics

University Partners

  • The University of New Mexico
  • New Mexico State University
  • Center for Southwest Research

Community Organizations


Land Grant-Merced Boards

Supporting governance and stewardship of common lands.

Regional Acequia Associations

Preserving traditional water governance.

Heritage Preservation Group

Supporting research, preservation, and education initiatives.

Rural Community Networks

Promoting sustainable economic development.


Become a Partner

Interested in partnering with the Council? We welcome collaboration opportunities that support New Mexico land grant communities and their long-term sustainability.

Interested in working together?

Contact the Council