Entries by NB3 Foundation
NB3 Foundation teams up with First Nations to help Share the Warmth with unhoused community members
During one of Albuquerque’s colder months, several community partners came together for a morning of service, connection, and “sharing the love” with our unsheltered relatives. On a crisp Saturday morning in early February, multiple local community-based organizations and two dozen volunteers gathered to distribute essential supplies and send love and kindness to those facing […]
7th annual Native Youth Golf Championship Returns in July
NB3 Foundation is proud to host the annual Native Youth Golf Championship, July 19–21 at Santa Ana Golf Club in Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico. Now in its seventh year, the championship continues to grow as a premier opportunity for Native youth golfers to compete, connect and take the next step in their golf journey. […]
Fueling Young Athletes: Simple tips for game day
March is National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to highlight the important role food and hydration play in helping young people grow, learn and stay active. For our active youth, what they eat and drink can directly affect energy levels, focus and recovery. The Academy of Nutrition […]
NB3FIT Tennis strengthens pathway for Native Youth
NB3 Foundation is continuing to grow its NB3FIT Tennis program following a recent professional development trip to Dallas, Texas. NB3FIT Program Coordinator Mia Freeland participated in the USTA Foundation Impact x Community Tennis Development Workshop (CTDW), bringing back new tools, fresh energy and a clear vision for how tennis can continue to be a fun […]
NB3FIT golf specialist returns with new tools to elevate jr golf
NB3 Foundation continues to expand high quality opportunities for Native youth through its growing junior golf program. Recently, NB3FIT Golf Specialist Demitrius Payne traveled to Ridgefield, Conn., for hands-on training in the Player Development Index (PDI) an assessment tool that measures and tracks an athlete’s physical, golf and mental skills. With the certification complete, NB3 […]
Learning, leading and connecting: Youth council at Unity Midyear Conference
We’re excited to share the NB3 Foundation Youth Council attended the 2026 UNITY Midyear Conference in Phoenix, AZ. Over 700 Indigenous youth focused on community organizing and went through a 10-step action plan that addressed a community issue. NB3 Foundation youth council attended the Mental Health & Wellness Track, facilitated by Tommy GhostDog with […]
Evaluation and Research welcomes UNM graduate student
The Evaluation and Research Department is pleased to welcome a student through the University of New Mexico Student Employment Office. We extend our sincere thanks to Jeanette Quintanar, Job Development Officer at UNM, for assisting us in finding a wonderful candidate. As part of our commitment to strengthening Native students’ academic experiences through hands-on learning, […]
The Healthy Beverage Summit is Back
For the first time since 2019, NB3 Foundation is bringing the Healthy Beverage Summit back to Native communities. The return comes with renewed energy, updated knowledge and a continued commitment to community driven solutions. The 2026 Healthy Beverage Summit will take place July 16, 2026, at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico. […]
NB3 Foundation presents proceeds to Lightning Boy Foundation
On Friday, Dec. 12, the Notah Begay III (NB3) Foundation presented a $5,000 check to the Lightning Boy Foundation as part of the proceeds from the 2025 NB3 New Mexico Grande Slam. Lightning Boy Foundation served as the event’s nonprofit partner, supporting its work serving Native youth and families. NB3 Foundation staff Cyanne Lujan and […]
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