We selected our name carefully. Each word takes on new significance in the time of COVID-19. Although some of our projects in the field are postponed due to the virus, Cornerstones is writing to let you know we remain dedicated to our slogan,
“Partnering with Communities for a Sustainable Heritage”.
What do partners do in time of crisis? They pull together.
Cornerstones wants to ensure we are offering support to our partners, whose very existence may be challenged by COVID 19. We have created the “Supporting Community” fund to meet the basic needs of the Pueblos and northern New Mexico villages with whom we work. Funds will be directed to food, water, PPE, and other needs as our partners struggle to survive in this challenging climate.
The money raised by “Supporting Community” will go directly to the partner or agency best suited to buy and distribute the needed supplies. There may be instances where a check will be written directly to our partner, as that is the expedient way to meet their requirements.
We have raised $20,000 currently and are intent on building on that base to offer maximum support. We have already donated funds, primarily for food, to the communities of Chimayo and Mora, as well as the Pueblo of Zuni.
If you wish to donate, please write your check to Cornerstones Community Partnerships, put “Supporting Community” in the memo section, and send to PO Box 2341, Santa Fe, NM 87504. If you donate on our website, http://www.cstones.org/donate, please specify “Supporting Community” in the additional Information section.
Cornerstones also welcomes your continued support for our operational expenses!!
Wishing you good health and thanking you for being our partner!
Meet Dr. Kathryn Morsea, a Navajo palliative care physician working on the front-lines of the COVID 19 pandemic in Gallup, New Mexico. Kathy serves on the Board of Gallup Solar, participated as a Gallup Solar Team Member installing solar power for her own home, and has acted as a resource for funding opportunities for Supporting Community. She is an outstanding example of service to community!
Thank you, Kathy!
