This event is free and no commitment to volunteer or donate is necessary.

Join us for the launch of BRIDGEBuilders

Monday, June 23. Doors at 5:30p
Tomorrow and Tomorrow
Featuring Mia Barela’s state championship TED Talk on Artificial Intelligence in education

Mia Barela will share her award-winning TED Talk, fresh from the Educators Rising NM State Conference, where she took 1st place in the Creative Lecture Competition. Mia will also represent Northern New Mexico at the Educators Rising National Conference in Orlando, Florida, June 26–29, 2025.

A community of mentors, advocates, and investors in the future of education

Education shouldn’t require privilege. Support shouldn’t require wealth.

BRIDGEBuilders is a growing network of people committed to helping students in Northern New Mexico navigate postsecondary education with confidence and connection.

Some of us mentor—offering time, insight, and support.
Some of us give—providing the financial foundation for programs and guidance.
All of us build.