New Mexico Real Estate Education Foundation
New Mexico Real Estate Education Foundation (NMREEF)
The New Mexico Real Estate Education Foundation (NMREEF) — formerly the Stanley H. Mathis Foundation — was established in 1976 as a subsidiary of the New Mexico Association of REALTORS® (NMAR). Operating under its own Bylaws and guided by a dedicated Board of Trustees, NMREEF is driven by a clear purpose: to invest in education that elevates New Mexico’s real estate professionals and strengthens the real estate industry as a whole.
Education is the foundation of excellence in real estate. That’s why NMREEF focuses on expanding access to high-quality learning opportunities that empower REALTORS® to grow their skills, serve their clients, and lead with integrity. By supporting education, NMREEF helps shape a stronger, more knowledgeable real estate community — one that benefits every market, neighborhood, and New Mexican.
NMREEF provides grants to local REALTOR® Associations, colleges and universities, and organizations that offer training and professional development for real estate professionals.
Please note: NMREEF does not offer assistance with obtaining a real estate license and does not provide grants to individual REALTORS®.
If you’re a REALTOR® in good standing with the New Mexico Association of REALTORS®, you’re already a proud member of NMREEF!
What We Support
Through our grants, NMREEF helps fund:
- Educational events, workshops, and speakers hosted by local Associations
- Core Instructor and Professional Standards/Ombuds training
- Specialty programs for rural areas and unique community needs
- Courses on marketing, technology, and business development
- Partnerships with higher education institutions that offer real estate-related learning opportunities
Together, we’re building a future where New Mexico’s REALTORS® are leaders in knowledge, professionalism, and service — helping our state’s real estate industry thrive for generations to come.
Learn more about how NMREEF supports REALTOR® education and growth.
New mexico REAL ESTATE Education Foundation
Apply for a Grant
Complete the New Mexico Real Estate Education Foundation (formerly Stanley H. Mathis Foundation – SHMF) Grant Application.
The application for assistance must be for a specific educational need and accompanied by proper documentation of the Association or Member Affiliate receiving assistance. (The Foundation does not cover routine business expenses or unrelated expenses.)
Applicants must agree to contribute a minimum of 10% of the requested grant amount to the specific educational project for which funds are being requested.
Grant for any single project shall not exceed an aggregate of $5,000 during any 12-month period without additional prior approval from The Foundation.
Application must include completion date. No funds will be disbursed after three months of completion date and without a project completion form.
If the application is deficient for any reason mentioned above, a Foundation Trustee or designee shall notify the applicant. Please refer to the New Mexico Association of REALTORS® New Mexico Real Estate Foundation Policies and Procedures for full details.
For Download
Below are supporting materials that REALTORS® may download and share.
NMREEF Information
A program overview, its use, and how to apply and access NMREEF funds.
NMREEF Grant Application
Use this form to apply for NMREEF funds for your NMAR Member education endeavor.
NMREEF Trustee Application
Apply to become an NMREEF Trustee.
2026 New Mexico Real Estate Education Foundation Officers & Trustees
- Deena Turner, Ruidoso – President
- Cathy Colvin, Albuquerque – Vice President
- Gavin Bigger, Ruidoso – Trustee
- Coleen Dearing, Santa Fe – Treasurer
- Shaheen Gallegos, San Juan County – Trustee
- Billie Haynie, Las Cruces – Trustee
- Joshua Price, Albuquerque – Immediate Past President
- Sonya Roberts, Otero County – Trustee
- Lois Sury, Santa Fe – Trustee
- Marcia Tidwell, Roswell – Trustee
- Amparo Usrey, Gallup – Trustee
- Kim Garcia – NMAR Staff Liaison
