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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 2h

Come join us for our next Bank On New Mexico Coalition meeting on Oct. 7th from 9 to 10:30. We'll catch you up on the amazing work the team has been doing and get your feedback on how we move forward! This is a virtual meeting, so all of our partners can attend. Sign up today at: heyor.ca/QLnO2t

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We enjoyed a visit from our friends at the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund last week. Their team is working with the City of Albuquerque to launch a Financial Empowerment Center in 2027, where people can connect with financial counselors to take action on their finances.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Prosperity Works’ Economic Success Director, Delma Madrigal, whose story is featured in the new book Beyond the Degree: Stories of Adult Learner Comebacks and What They Teach Us by Dr. Matt Bergman and Bridgett R. Strickler. Learn more & purchase the book: heyor.ca/LQU5iT

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Long-term investments in young people can make a lasting difference. Bryan opened his Prosperity Kids account in 2014. Years of saving helped him take an important step toward his future: attending the University of New Mexico and using his Prosperity Kids funds to help pay for tuition.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Delma M, Economic Success Director at Prosperity Works and project lead for Bank On New Mexico, recently joined Sunward to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon-cutting of its newest branch! The new Ladera branch marks an exciting milestone for Sunward and the Westside community.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

We had amazing partners come together last week to help us think through the work we should focus our attention on in the next three years with Bank On New Mexico. The group tackled topics like financial education for youth, effective collaboration and how to expand cash transfer programs across NM.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Your energy bill is more than a number. It’s shaped by decisions about how we power our homes, businesses, and communities, & those decisions affect all of us. Meet Energize New Mexico, a new podcast to help break down who makes those decisions, why they matter, & how New Mexicans can have a voice.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Members of our team attended the NM Thriving Families Forum hosted by #AssetFundersNetwork. Our CEO, Dr. Hall, was a speaker at the event as well as on the planning committee, helping bring the forum to life.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

This Labor Day, Prosperity Works celebrates the workers whose talent, dedication and hard work keep New Mexico’s communities moving forward. We believe every New Mexican should have the opportunity to turn their hard work into lasting financial security.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We were glad to attend Mayor Tim Keller’s 2026 State of the City address and hear more about the vision for ABQ's next chapter. Read more about the new agenda in his recent op-ed here: heyor.ca/8yEnBo

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Community change happens in a lot of places, and strong partnerships help make it possible. We're happy to partner with Del Norte’s Community School Council to support young people and connect students and families with resources that can help them build stronger financial futures.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

PNM customers could see lower bills depending on how the PRC handles a $240 million investment connected to the proposed Blackstone-TXNM merger. Earlier this month, Prosperity Works filed a second show-cause motion to the NMPRC on the proposed Blackstone-TXNM merger.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Delma M. from #BankOnNewMexico, had a great time chatting with teachers and staff at the APS Rising Educator Summit. Delma gave information on youth-friendly Bank On checking accounts available for middle and high school students.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

What does it take for a family to be truly financially secure? The Aspen Institute’s new “Essential Wealth” report introduces a benchmark for measuring the wealth families need for resilience and financial well-being. Nearly 3 in 4 Americans don’t have the wealth they need. heyor.ca/F6peDA

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Essential Wealth: A New Benchmark for Financial Security

Aspen FSP's essential wealth metric is a new benchmark that measures how much wealth families need not just to survive, but to thrive.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

#ProsperityKidsSavers: Lucero Family When Estelia enrolled her three children in Prosperity Kids in 2015, she had one goal: make sure they had money for college expenses when the time came. Years later, those savings are helping all three pursue their futures.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

You don't need to own a home or install solar panels to benefit from clean energy. If you're a qualifying low-income New Mexican, Community Solar can help you save money on your monthly electricity bills while supporting renewable energy in our state. Find out if you're eligible: heyor.ca/eAblzR

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

What is a banking desert? It's a community with little or no access to a nearby bank branch. Without affordable banking options, many families turn to costly alternatives like payday lenders and check-cashing services, making it harder to build financial security. Learn more: heyor.ca/WMBMlY

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Banking Deserts Dashboard

The Banking Deserts Dashboard quickly identifies banking deserts and potential banking deserts. This dashboard offers state and county-level data from 2019-2025.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

As students head back to school, they're preparing for new classes, new opportunities and bright futures. You can help make those futures even brighter, by investing in a child's future. A gift as small as $200 helps to seed an account for one child. Donate today: heyor.ca/dv7hW5

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

The rule of law protects all of us. When companies seek to own essential public infrastructure, New Mexicans deserve a process that's transparent, accountable, and grounded in the law. Read Prosperity Works attorney Cara Lynch's latest Albuquerque Journal op-ed: heyor.ca/Dzk06R

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Delma M., Economic Success Director and #BankOnNewMexico project lead, had the opportunity to share about youth-friendly accounts and offer banking tips for students and families at the 'Pathways to the Stars -What's Next?' Fair for the Semiconductor Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Program.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Thank you to Saranam for inviting us to a Back to School Community Event. We shared information about how to lower electric bills through community solar. Kids were able to get school supplies they needed to head back to school and parents received information on community resources.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Thank you to all who attended the Youth Banking Strategic Alignment Planning Session held at the #AmericasJobCenterNM. We were able to share valuable information and look forward to future collaborations with the youth programs from the organizations that attended.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Bank On New Mexico and Bank On Burque co-presented at the ABQ Diersen Charities Community Advisory Board meeting this month. We were excited to also have representatives from First Convenience Bank join in the conversation about Bank On accounts.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Why does Prosperity Works participate in Public Regulation Commission cases? Because utility rates have a real impact on the financial well-being of New Mexico families. We advocate for policies that keep essential services affordable, especially for income-limited households.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Bank On New Mexico is excited to welcome three new Steering Committee Members! 🔹 One Generation Fund 🔹 Bank On Burque with the City of Albuquerque 🔹Goodwill Industries of New Mexico’s Jumpstart Program Learn more at bankonnewmexico.org

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Want to learn more about Community Solar and how it can help eligible low-income New Mexicans save on their electricity bills? Prosperity Works is available to present to community organizations, nonprofits, neighborhood groups about the Community Solar program.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

We're welcoming One Generation Fund to the Bank On New Mexico Coalition. One Generation engages Indigenous communities to create transformative social change through Indigenous-led programs and partnerships that solve problems, advance equity, and uplift Indigenous peoples across NM heyor.ca/ysQYRy

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Is your org looking for safe checking accounts for the young people you assist and provide services for? Come chat and share with other orgs that serve young people on how all of us can collaboratively support young people in getting banked and learn more about youth-friendly Bank On Accounts.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

In the last year, Prosperity Works has replaced 67 toilets in residential homes through our ongoing energy work. These more efficient toilets save 421,600 gallons of water annually. We install chair-height toilets, which also allow people to age in place.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Scam messages have unfortunately become part of everyday life. 68% of adults report receiving scam messages daily or weekly by phone, while 63% receive them by email, 61% by text, and 33% through social media. Get more tips here: heyor.ca/dAvoqd

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BBB Tip: 10 steps to avoid scams. - The Citizens State Bank

10 steps from the BBB to avoid scams. Remembering these 10 steps will help protect yourseslf and your family.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Lower energy bills. Clean energy. No solar panels required. Community Solar is available to qualifying low-income households across New Mexico, helping families save money on electricity while supporting renewable energy development in our state. See if you're eligible here: heyor.ca/eAblzR

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Today the Public Regulation Commission made the right decision by enforcing NM law that Blackstone & PNM violated when they completed a $400 million stock transaction without getting approval.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

We were excited to participate in the Household Debt and Affordability Roundtable hosted by the Albuquerque Office of Financial Empowerment, Albuquerque Office of Consumer Protection, and Protect Borrowers.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

It's always a joy to have an opportunity to chat with youth about banking! Delma M. with Prosperity Works and Romulous with One Generation had some very insightful conversations with youth and parents about banking options for youth and shared helpful steps and planning for using credit cards.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

A huge shout-out to our partners APS & One Generation, who helped lead our Guaranteed Basic Income Program. Through the Being a Good Relative project, we were able to work with 40 Indigenous high school students to open safe checking accounts.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Are you a low-income New Mexican looking to lower your electricity bills? Community Solar allows eligible households to receive savings on their monthly utility costs while benefiting from clean, renewable energy. No rooftop panels and no installation required. Learn more: heyor.ca/eAblzR

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

You can learn more about #BankOnNewMexico on the second and fourth Thursdays at the Goodwill Opportunity Center. In addition to job placement assistance and skills training, come get resources on affordable banking and financial resources available throughout the community. More: heyor.ca/pAy6tV

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Scammers are increasingly asking people to pay with gift cards, and it's a major red flag. No legitimate business, government agency, etc. will demand payment using gift cards. Before you send money, stop and verify who you're dealing with. heyor.ca/JjbY5d

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Watch out for Gift Card Scams

Criminals may demand payment via gift card or steal the value of cards at retailers. Here’s how you can avoid getting scammed

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Prosperity Works is pleased with yesterday's Recommended Decision by PRC Hearing Examiners. We filed the motion because we believe any company seeking to own a NM utility should be held to the same standards and accountability requirements that apply to everyone else. Read more: heyor.ca/H1ZzeV

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PRC hearing examiners recommend reversing $400M TXNM- Blackstone stock sale

Hearing examiners say the stock deal violated state law and urge PRC commissioners to unwind the transaction.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Learn more about Bank On New Mexico at two upcoming Your Money, Your Power events, hosted by the #NMIndianAffairsDept. June 9 - at the NM Highlands University at CNM - In Tom Wiley Hall Room TW 202 June 12 - at the Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute in the Hogan Building

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Community Solar is gaining momentum in New Mexico, creating new opportunities for residents to save on energy costs while expanding access to clean energy across the state. Help improve community solar in NM by showing your support for billing reform and signing their letter: solstice.us/nmreform

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New Mexico’s Community Solar Program Needs Billing Reform - Solstice Community Solar

Help Protect Community Solar Savings for New Mexico Families New Mexico’s current community solar billing structure can remove low-income households from energy savings when they fall behind on utilit...

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

New Mexico has launched a new statewide energy dashboard designed to make energy, emissions, and infrastructure data more accessible to the public. The DETECT platform brings together information from state agencies, public utilities, & federal sources into one interactive tool. Visit detectnm.com

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DETECT — New Mexico Energy Data

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Congratulations to our Financial Capability class graduates! Over the course of seven weeks, participants built knowledge and skills designed to support long-term financial success.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

We had an amazing opportunity to work with 40 Indigenous high school students to open safe checking accounts and receive funding to support their regular attendance at school! This work would not be possible without our partners at #APS, #RioGrandeCU, #FirstConvenienceBank and #OneGenFund!

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Protect your personal information and safely dispose of sensitive documents at #UnitedBusinessBank’s FREE Community Shred Day on June 6, from 8am to 12pm. Bring items like financial statements, personal documents, receipts and invoices.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Prosperity Works recently attended a Fraud event hosted by AARP New Mexico. Our team learned more about fraud occurring every day right here in New Mexico, along with tips on how to combat these crimes that we'll be sharing over the next few weeks.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

New research highlights the importance of #BabyBonds in creating long-term pathways to wealth building for children. Read more about the lessons learned from New Mexico’s Baby Bonds pilot and the importance of expanding wealth-building opportunities for future generations here: heyor.ca/1zguQ4

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5 Lessons for Designing and Implementing Baby Bonds Programs

Read 5 Lessons for Designing and Implementing Baby Bonds Programs from Child Trends.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

#BankOnNewMexico has been partnering with the #NMDept.ofWorkforceSolutions team to connect people who are unbanked and receiving unemployment insurance benefits to safe Bank On Certified accounts. This helps people access affordable banking solutions they can use now and in the future.

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Graduation season reminds us what’s possible when students have support and opportunity. Through Prosperity Kids, NM kids are building savings and preparing for college. Your donation helps expand access to college savings & financial education for future graduates, give now: heyor.ca/3Cloeq

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Prosperity Works @prosperityworks.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Community Solar is helping make clean energy more accessible and affordable for low-income New Mexicans. By signing up for Community Solar, eligible households can receive savings on their electricity bills without the cost of installing solar panels or owning a home. Sign up today: heyor.ca/eAblzR

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