The purpose of The Rio Grande Rift Institute is to promote hands-on learning in the real world. We support the transmission of knowledge and skills in traditional arts and crafts inherited from the past, and we probe the future continuation of and innovation in these practices through classes, lectures, demonstrations, and workshops.
With the support of the New Mexico Arts Commission as well as ongoing support from private donors, we offer affordable mini-workshops in a range of valuable skills. We also offer FULL SCHOLARSHIPS to our stone carving workshops. (See Scholarships for details.)
Your donation makes this work possible. Funds will go directly towards sponsoring students. We focus on area students in an effort to expand their options for the future.
Thank you for supporting our mission.
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Make A Difference
Your donation helps students have meaningful lives.
Our workshops are life changing.
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Support Traditional Skills
In the world of AI, hands-on knowledge and skills are more important than ever before.
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Create Lasting Impact
Your contribution supports long-term solutions, not quick fixes. Learning a skill lasts an entire lifetime - and beyond!
FAQs
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Yes. You will receive a record of your donation for tax purposes. RGRI is a non-profit organization recognized as a 501c3 by the IRS. Our tax number is 84-5129673.
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Your donation keeps tuition prices low and/or covers the cost of tuition through our scholarship program. Our organization is run by volunteers, so all donations go directly toward supporting students.
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Yes, if you would like to donate stone, carving tools, welding equipment, or other materials,, tools, or equipment, please reach out to Betsy at (505) 689-1009 or email riftgallery@yahoo.com.
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Yes, donations in memory of someone are very meaningful to our organization.
Consider an annual donation of full stone carving class tuition to establish a named scholarship.
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Yes, absolutely. Call Betsy at (505) 689-1009 to discuss setting up your bequest.