Sprint

New Mexico Food Pathways Sprint

Arrowhead Center will be offering New Mexico Food Pathways Sprint, a FREE 6-week business support program for current SNAP-eligible food retail business owners in New Mexico. This program features a curriculum designed to support the growth of businesses through a guided exploration of the Business Model Canvas. New Mexico Food Pathways Sprint includes personalized resources and assistance, mentorship, networking opportunities, and connections to business experts who specialize in a variety of fields (digital marketing, accounting, business finance, social media management, and more). The course is completely virtual and can be accessed via Zoom from the comfort of your home or office. You must be a SNAP-eligible food retailer.

What's the Catch?

Space is limited. Be sure to submit your application before the May 1, 2026, deadline.

Eligibility:

The New Mexico Food Pathways Sprint is open to SNAP-eligible food retail business owners in New Mexico, and your entity must be located in eligible areas. Please use the HFFI Eligibility Map to determine eligibility.

Program Run Dates
New Mexico Food Pathways Sprint runs every Tuesday from May 19, 2026, to June 23, 2026

     Applications Open    

 

What You’ll Gain

SVG

PERSONALIZED SUPPORT

One-on-one sessions to identify your individual business needs and connect you with our robust network of expert business advisors
SVG

ENTREPRENEURIAL EDUCATION

Weekly Zoom sessions that aim to help you create, explore, or strengthen your Business Model Canvas. Guest speakers who offer experience and resources on how to apply what’s learned in real life (not just in theory

SVG

NETWORKING & PEER SUPPORT

Engage with other established and aspiring business owners, experienced advisors, prospective collaborators, and potential customers
This Sprint is a component of the New Mexico Food Pathways program and made possible with support from the Health Food Financing Initiative (HFFI), funded by: Reinvestment Fund