Ways to Give
Your support strengthens culture, climate resilience, and community opportunity
At Hawikku, community-rooted philanthropy drives real impact across clean energy, food sovereignty, entrepreneurship, youth STEM, and cultural resilience. There are meaningful ways to contribute—whether you’re an individual donor, foundation, corporate partner, or Tribal ally.
Your gift helps ensure that Zuni families have access to:
- Household solar and energy sovereignty
- Local food systems and protein supply chain capacity
- Youth education, robotics, and workforce pathways
- Entrepreneurship support and economic opportunity
- Community hubs that inspire learning and connection
Below are ways you can support Hawikku’s mission.
1. Make a One-Time Gift
Support immediate program needs and community priorities with a single, tax-deductible contribution. Your gift can be designated to a specific initiative (e.g., Solarizing Zuni Households, Hawks Robotics, Food Sovereignty) or directed where the need is greatest.
Benefits:
- Fast impact for current projects
- Acknowledgment on our donor wall and annual report
- Meaningful participation in community transformation
2. Become a Monthly Supporter
Monthly giving provides predictable support that allows Hawikku to plan long-term and scale sustainable initiatives.
Impact Examples:
- $25/month supports youth robotics materials
- $50/month helps maintain Solar Community Hub programming
- $150/month funds homeowner solar technical assistance
Monthly supporters receive:
- Quarterly updates from community events and project milestones
- Invitations to donor tours and virtual briefings
- Recognition in Hawikku communications
3. Sponsor a Program or Event
Partner with us to sponsor events that bring community, culture, and connection to life.
Examples include:
- Zuni Earth Day Festival
- Zuni Ho’n A:wan Chawe A:dehya 5K & Walk/Run
- Cougar Track & Cross Country
- Community Trunk-or-Treat & Youth Activities
- Montessori Elementary Fine Arts Gala
Program sponsorships offer visibility for your organization and strengthen community relationships.
4. Support Infrastructure Projects
Invest in shovel-ready and transformational infrastructure that amplifies community resilience:
- Residential solar + battery installations
- Solar Community Hub expansions
- Food aggregation and protein processing capacity
- Workforce training facilities
These gifts are ideally suited for foundations, corporate partners, and impact investors seeking measurable outcomes and long-term value.
5. Gifts of Stock, Securities, or Planned Giving
Make a tax-advantaged gift of appreciated assets, stocks, or estate plans. These contributions can have a powerful impact, and our team can help you design a gift strategy that aligns with your planning goals.
6. Corporate & Foundation Partnerships
We work with mission-aligned partners who share our vision for Indigenous leadership in clean energy, food systems, and economic development. Partnership opportunities include:
- Multi-year grants
- Matching gift programs
- Workforce pathway investments
- Joint community events
Partner organizations receive customized impact reports and recognition across Hawikku platforms.
7. Volunteer & In-Kind Support
Volunteer contributions make our work possible—from event coordination to mentoring robotics teams, offering professional services, or providing educational workshops. In-kind gifts may include:
- Technical expertise
- Equipment or software donations
- Venue or event support
How to Give
Mail a gift
Hawikku
PO Box 340
Zuni, NM 87327
Give online
Visit hawikku.org/donate to make your secure gift.
Contact us
For giving inquiries, sponsorship information, or planned giving strategies:
development@hawikku.org
(505) 450-3534
For Deliveries
Hawikku
ATTN: Calvin Chimoni
1254 NM-53
Zuni, NM 87327
Thank You
Your generosity fuels local leadership, community strength, and long-term resilience. When you give to Hawikku, you invest in Zuni self-determination, cultural continuity, and a future where community knows no boundaries.