The Rio Grande SUN is seeking a writer with a green thumb to contribute original, monthly articles on home gardening techniques specific to Northern New Mexico. Share your knowledge with the general public.
The position is unpaid. Interested applicants should contact Sarah Welsh at 753-2126 or riograndesun@yahoo.com.
From a press release
Consumers who qualify for low-income heating assistance are protected from utility shut-offs from Nov. 15, 2008 to March 15, 2009.
To avoid potential disconnection of services, contact the Human Services Department for eligibility information at (800) 283-4465. Your service will not be disconnected if you qualify for the assistance program and have no past-due amounts or are making the agreed-upon payments.
For more information, contact your local utility company or the Public Regulation Commission at 827-4446, or visit www.nmprc.state.nm.us.
From a press release
United Way of Northern New Mexico is accepting applications for its 2008 grant program, from non-profit organizations that seek to develop new capacities, enhance an existing service or begin a new program.
The grants will generally have a $10,000 limit and may be approved as multi-year grants, not to exceed three years. Grants will be limited to 501(c) 3 non-profit corporations who service Los Alamos and Rio Arriba counties.
For more information, call 662-0800 or visit www.losalamos.com/unitedway.