Exciting News: An Evolution in Community Support

Beginning January 1, 2026, the Del Norte LOV Foundation is transitioning its charitable activities to become DNCU LOV Initiatives.

This strategic shift means deeper integration with Del Norte Credit Union's mission, allowing DNCU to dedicate its resources and funds directly to expand and improve more lives across New Mexico. By operating this way, DNCU can be more streamlined and impactful in its focus on the causes that matter most to our communities.

Connie Tooker Nuñez will continue to lead these efforts as the new Director of DNCU LOV Initiatives, ensuring that our commitment to financial literacy, scholarships, sponsorships, community support, partnerships, and people-centered activities remains strong.

We are deeply grateful for the commitment of our donors, partners, and volunteers. While we will no longer solicit external donations, we will continue to offer many valuable volunteer opportunities and remain actively involved in improving the lives of youth and families in New Mexico.

Learn more about DNCU LOV Initiatives and our renewed focus on community support at dncu.com!

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What We Do

The Del Norte LOV Foundation improves the lives of youth and families in New Mexico by implementing six important community support programs, which are: employee giving, community grant-making, scholarships, sponsorships, financial literacy, and community engagement.

We understand that investing our efforts will positively impact the future for us all. We especially want to support the well-being of youth and their families through life-stages, such as early childhood development, educational, vocational, and scholarship opportunities.

Sponsorship Program Recipient: Casa Esperanza in Bernalillo and Sandoval counties

Our Community Support Programs

  • Employee Giving

    Del Norte Credit Union Employees give back. Teen Day Tuesdays / Employee Giving is a program where staff generously donate charitable contributions through their payroll deductions.

  • Community Grant-Making

    Scheduled funding to nonprofits based in New Mexico that improves lives.

  • Scholarships

    Expand New Mexico youth’s educational aspirations for a better future and to improve their lives through education by providing scholarships.

    Scholarship Page

  • Sponsorships

    Year-round sponsorships for local nonprofits focused on community support.

  • Financial Literacy

    Advocating and enhancing Del Norte Credit Union’s financial education programming through outreach, partnerships, and events.

    Financial Literacy Page

  • Community Engagement

    Direct programs and events, focusing on financial literacy, education, and volunteerism.

    Community Engagement Page

    We are proud to co-host community engagement events to improve lives of youth and families in New Mexico. We hope you can join us!

    Back to School Event

Baxter the Bear with youth participant at 2022 Back to School Carnival

Community Engagement Program: Annual Back to School Event in Española

Sponsorship Program Recipient: PEEC, Summer Family Evenings in Los Alamos

Sponsorship Program Recipient: Railyard Park Conservancy, Sand Play Saturdays in Santa Fe