Con Alma Health Foundation Announces Corazón del Pueblo, a New Name for Its Hero of Health Award
New name and logo honor New Mexico’s culture and mark Con Alma’s 25th anniversary
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Con Alma Health Foundation is proud to announce an important new chapter for one of its most meaningful traditions. The Hero of Health Award is now Corazón del Pueblo: Celebrating New Mexico’s Hero of Health.
Meaning “Heart of the People,” Corazón del Pueblo reflects the spirit of the individuals Con Alma has recognized since 2009: people whose compassion, leadership and dedication are making New Mexico communities healthier and stronger.
The transition to Corazón del Pueblo is more than a name change. As Con Alma celebrates 25 years of serving New Mexico, the new name creates an identity that is more culturally aligned with the communities the foundation serves while honoring the heart behind the award and the people whose work often happens quietly, without recognition.
The new name is accompanied by a new Corazón del Pueblo logo, created to reflect this next chapter. The design incorporates a color representative of New Mexico, further connecting the award’s visual identity to the state, its culture and the communities at the center of Con Alma’s work.
Nominations Now Open for the 2026 Corazón del Pueblo
With the announcement of the new name, Con Alma is also opening nominations for the 2026 Corazón del Pueblo: Celebrating New Mexico’s Hero of Health.
Since 2009, Con Alma has honored an unsung hero whose work helps advance the health and well-being of people across New Mexico. Corazón del Pueblo will continue that tradition by recognizing individuals whose actions:
Advance health equity and reduce disparities
Drive meaningful and lasting change• Uplift and amplify the voices of their community
Demonstrate compassion, leadership and dedication to a healthier New Mexico
In further celebration of Con Alma Health Foundation’s 25th anniversary, the 2026 Corazón del Pueblo awardee will have the opportunity to select a New Mexico nonprofit to receive a $2,500 donation in their honor. The awardee will also be featured on Con Alma’s website and recognized within their local community.
Eligibility Criteria
Nominee must reside in New Mexico and actively contribute to building health equity within the state
Nominee’s work must align with Con Alma Health Foundation’s mission and core values
Sitting members of state, tribal or federal legislative bodies and other publicly elected officials are not eligible
Past recipients of the award are not eligible
If an individual receives multiple nominations, only the first nomination submitted will be reviewed and evaluated
As Con Alma celebrates 25 years, Corazón del Pueblo honors both where the foundation has been and the people who will help shape a healthier, more equitable New Mexico for years to come.
Help us recognize someone who truly represents the heart of the people.
Nominations are due October 20, 2026.
For More Information
505.259.2550 | jennifer@conalma.org
About Con Alma Health Foundation
Con Alma Health Foundation is a private conversion foundation whose mission is to understand and respond to the health rights and needs of the diverse communities of New Mexico and to advocate for policies and strategies that advance health equity.
