Funders, Partners & Supporters
Support for WESST comes from a variety of sources: Public, Private, Individual, and In-Kind
In every region of New Mexico, WESST’s work is enhanced by collaborative relationships with public, private and nonprofit organizations. Our public supporters include the U.S. Small Business Administration, the State of New Mexico, the New Mexico Department of Economic Development and the City of Albuquerque. Long-term partnerships are also in place with the statewide SBDC Network, SCORE, and the Veterans Business Opportunity Center. Each of WESST’s six regional offices operates as an SBA Women’s Business Center; WESST is also an SBA Microlender and CDFI.
As of January 1, 2020, the following individuals, corporations, private businesses and public funders have provided $10,000 or more in financial support to WESST:
![Print Affordable Solar](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/AffordableSolar-RGBLogo-Funders-Image.jpg)
Affordable Solar
New Mexico’s renewable energy leader, installing over 2,000 solar systems in New Mexico.
![Albuquerque-Community-Foundation_funder-image.fw_ ABQ Community Foundation](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Albuquerque-Community-Foundation_funder-image.fw_.png)
Albuquerque Community Foundation
Leadership . Trust . Legacy
![AlbuquerqueJournal_type Albuquerque Journal](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/AlbuquerqueJournal-200px.jpg)
Albuquerque Journal
New Mexico's leading news source delivered in print, online and on mobile apps 365 days a year.
![Bank of America Bank of America](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Bank-of-America.png)
Bank of America
The nation's leading financial institution.
![BOTW_image Bank of the West](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/BOTW_image.jpg)
Bank of the West
Offering customers a full range of personal and business products and services.
![Capital CDC logo- 2011 Capital CDC](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Capital-CDC-logo-90px.jpg)
Capital Certified Development Corporation (Capital CDC)
A leading private, non-profit provider of business financing solutions.
![cityabq CABQ](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/cityabq.gif)
City of Albuquerque
News, resources and events for Albuquerque.
![Print Clear Channel Outdoor](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Clear-Channel-100px.jpg)
Clear Channel Outdoor
Clear Channel Outdoor is one of the world's largest outdoor advertising companies, empowering advertise
![Print Comcast](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Comcast-funder-image.jpg)
Comcast
Shaping the future at the intersection of media & technology
![cdfi CDFI](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/cdfi.jpg)
Community Development Financial Institutions Fund
U.S.Dept of the Treasury, CDFI Fund
![elpaso-electric El Paso Electric](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/elpaso-electric.png)
El Paso Electric
Electricity for West Texas + Southern New Mexico
![First National 1870 Sunflower Bank First National](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/First-National-1870.jpg)
First National 1870/Sunflower Bank
A community bank with national strength
![GARCIA-AG-LOGO-no-url-200px Garcia](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/GARCIA-AG-LOGO-no-url-200px.jpg)
Garcia Automotive Group
The Brands You Trust - Over 5,000 Vehicles
![Irby Version - Color FINAL Irby Version - Color FINAL](https://www.wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Irby_2019-logo_3x2.jpg)
Irby Utilities
An electrical distribution and utility company
![jfm_logo-200px Maddox Foundation](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/jfm_logo-200px.png)
JF Maddox Foundation
Investing in Education, Community Development and Social Programs
![WK-Kellogg-Foundation-1-e1547055047385 WK Kellogg Foundation](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/WK-Kellogg-Foundation-1-e1547055047385.jpg)
W.K. Kellogg Foundation
Putting children first
![NMCF-logo-funder-image NM Community Foundation](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/NMCF-logo-funder-image.jpg)
New Mexico Community Foundation
Over 30 years of helping communities thrive
![Print NM Gas Co](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/NMGC_Emera_color-180px.jpg)
New Mexico Gas
Natural Gas Delivery
![NMOGA-200px NMOGA](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/NMOGA-200px.png)
New Mexico Oil and Gas Association
NMOGA is dedicated to promoting the safe and responsible development of oil and gas resources.
![pnm PNM](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/pnm.png)
PNM
Public Service Company of New Mexico
![Pres-Logo-Red-funder-image Presbyterian](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Pres-Logo-Red-funder-image.jpg)
Presbyterian
Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation
![SBA-PoweredBy-Logo-e1556579422257 Small Business Administration](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/SBA-PoweredBy-Logo-e1556579422257.jpg)
SBA
U.S. Small Business Administration
![Sandia-National-Labs_Logo-100px Sandia National Labs](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Sandia-National-Labs_Logo-100px.jpg)
Sandia National Laboratories
Working to secure a peaceful and free world through technology.
![Southwest-Capital-Bank-funder-image Southwest Capital Bank](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Southwest-Capital-Bank-funder-image.jpg)
Southwest Capital Bank
established 1890
![summit-electric Summit Electric](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/summit-electric.png)
Summit Electric Supply
Call 800-998-7800 to reach a service center near you.
![Hearst-logo Hearst Foundation](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Hearst-logo.jpg)
The Hearst Foundation
Helping people build healthy, productive and inspiring lives.
![Simon-logo-funder-image Simon Foundation](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Simon-logo-funder-image.jpg)
The Simon Charitable Foundation
A catalyst for innovative change
![UWCNM_digital_Vertical-002 United Way](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/UWCNM_digital_Vertical-002.png)
United Way of Central New Mexico
Our vision is to create supportive communities where people live healthy and productive lives.
![Print](https://www.wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/US-Bank-Image.jpg)
US Bank
Discover what’s possible when we work together. U.S. Bank NA. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.
![usdh US HHS](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/usdh.jpg)
US Dept. of Health and Human Services
Protecting the health of all Americans.
![wesst-funder wesst-funder](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/wesst-funder.jpg)
WESST
Thanks to WESST's Board of Directors and staff for their support.
![WESSTVisionary-e1615228222565 WESSTVisionary-e1615228222565](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/WESSTVisionary-e1615228222565.png)
WESST Visionaries
Individuals and Community Leaders Coming Together to Support Small Business Growth
![wells-fargo-funder Wells Fargo](https://wesst.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/wells-fargo-funder.gif)
Wells Fargo
Investing in communities is a way for us to help create future economic growth.
In addition to the cash financial support it receives, WESST’s programs and services are augmented by the volunteer and in-kind contributions of business professionals, individuals and corporations throughout the year. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of WESST’s supporters list. For additions or corrections, please contact VP of Development Katie Knipe at 505-246-6935 or email at kknipe@wesst.org.