An Award to Jumpstart Your Child’s Education Savings
An Award to Jumpstart Your Child’s Education Savings
Go to https://aim.applyISTS.net/nmct. Click the “Don’t have an account? Register!” link and follow the instructions to create a new account or log in to an existing account. You should then be redirected to the application form.
Note: If you are instead directed to the ISTS Home Page, click the Add New Application button, enter the Program Key NMCT (one word) and click Apply Now.
Complete all required fields, upload your required documents, and submit your application.
Investing in the Future of New Mexico Students
Are you looking for a way to help your child begin saving for their future education? The Saving for Success Award is a unique education award designed specifically for New Mexico students in grades K–8. The award helps families take the first step toward long-term academic success and financial readiness for future education.
Up to 50 eligible students from across the state will receive a $1,000 education savings award invested directly into a 529 education savings account with The Education Plan®—New Mexico’s direct-sold 529 education and college savings plan. This is more than a scholarship—it’s a head start on a bright future.
Investing in the Future of New Mexico Students
Are you looking for a way to help your child begin saving for their future education? The Saving for Success Award is a unique education award designed specifically for New Mexico students in grades K–8. The award helps families take the first step toward long-term academic success and financial readiness for future education.
Up to 50 eligible students from across the state will receive a $1,000 education savings award invested directly into a 529 education savings account with The Education Plan®—New Mexico’s direct-sold 529 education and college savings plan. This is more than a scholarship—it’s a head start on a bright future.
Award Details
- $1,000 awarded per student
- Funds deposited into a 529 education savings account with The Education Plan
- 50 winners selected from across New Mexico
- Open to students in grades K–8
Award Details
- $1,000 awarded per student
- Funds deposited into a 529 education savings account with The Education Plan
- 50 winners selected from across New Mexico
- Open to students in grades K–8
How to Apply for
the Saving for Success Award
The Saving for Success Award is currently closed.
Applications will reopen in January 2026.
Who is Eligible to Apply?
The Saving for Success Award is open to a wide range of students. To apply students must:
- Be a U.S. citizen or resident alien with a valid Social Security Number or Tax ID Number (TIN)
- Be currently enrolled in a school, or homeschooled, in New Mexico
- Be in grades K-8 at the time of application
- Submit a short personal statement
- Provide official documentation from a current school or educational provider
- Demonstrate financial need
- Agree to the Award’s Terms & Conditions
Applying is easy and takes about 20 minutes! Follow the steps below to begin your journey toward financial preparedness and educational opportunity:
- Visit the Application Portal:
Go to https://aim.applyISTS.net/nmct - Register or Log In:
Click “Don’t have an account? Register!” and follow the steps to create a new account or log into an existing one. - Enter the Program Key:
If redirected to the ISTS Home Page, click “Add New Application,” enter the Program Key: NMCT, and click Apply Now. - Complete Your Application:
Fill out all required fields, upload your personal statement and supporting documents, and hit submit!
Need help during the application process?
📧 Email: ContactUs@applyISTS.com
💬 Click the green help widget on the application page to chat live with an agent during normal business hours.
Who is Eligible to Apply?
The Saving for Success Award is open to a wide range of students. To apply students must:
- Be a U.S. citizen or resident alien with a valid Social Security Number or Tax ID Number (TIN)
- Be currently enrolled in a school, or homeschooled, in New Mexico
- Be in grades K-8 at the time of application
- Submit a short personal statement
- Provide official documentation from a current school or educational provider
- Demonstrate financial need
- Agree to the Award’s Terms & Conditions
How to Apply for the Saving for Success Award
The Saving for Success Award is currently closed. Applications will reopen in January 2026.
Who is Eligible to Apply?
The Saving for Success Award is open to a wide range of students. To apply students must:
- Be a U.S. citizen or resident alien with a valid Social Security Number or Tax ID Number (TIN)
- Be currently enrolled in a school, or homeschooled, in New Mexico
- Be in grades K-8 at the time of application
- Submit a short personal statement
- Provide official documentation from a current school or educational provider
- Demonstrate financial need
- Agree to the Award’s Terms & Conditions
Why Start Saving with a 529 Plan?
The Saving for Success Award was created to support early educational savings. With rising college and vocational school costs, planning ahead is more important than ever. A 529 plan is a smart way to save for future college and education expenses.
Each student who is selected will receive a $1,000 award invested in a 529 education savings account with The Education Plan. With a 529 account, you benefit from compound interest and tax advantages. And you can continue to contribute to the account over time, helping it grow even more.
You can use the funds in a 529 account for a wide variety of educational expenses, including tuition, room and board, books, supplies, technology needs, apprenticeship expenses and even K-12 tuition.
A 529 account is a powerful, tax-advantaged way to save for college and future education expenses. And the earlier you start, the more opportunity your savings have to grow.
Don’t Wait—Apply Today!
This is your chance to secure an award that can help support your child’s long-term success. Take 20 minutes today to apply and make a lasting investment in their future.
The Saving for Success Award—empowering New Mexico families through early education planning, one student at a time.
Program Key: NMCT
Why Start Saving with a 529 Plan?
The Saving for Success Award was created to support early educational savings. With rising college and vocational school costs, planning ahead is more important than ever. A 529 plan is a smart way to save for future college and education expenses.
Each student who is selected will receive a $1,000 award invested in a 529 education savings account with The Education Plan. With a 529 account, you benefit from compound interest and tax advantages. And you can continue to contribute to the account over time, helping it grow even more.
You can use the funds in a 529 account for a wide variety of educational expenses, including tuition, room and board, books, supplies, technology needs, apprenticeship expenses and even K-12 tuition.
A 529 account is a powerful, tax-advantaged way to save for college and future education expenses. And the earlier you start, the more opportunity your savings have to grow.
Don’t Wait—Apply Today!
This is your chance to secure an award that can help support your child’s long-term success. Take 20 minutes today to apply and make a lasting investment in their future.
The Saving for Success Award—empowering New Mexico families through early education planning, one student at a time.
Program Key: NMCT
Donate to the Saving for Success Award Fund
Education is the key to a brighter future for all New Mexicans. We welcome donations to the fund from community organizations and individuals. By contributing, you can help students thrive and lessen their debt load as they start their futures.
Donate to the Saving for Success Award Fund
Education is the key to a brighter future for all New Mexicans.
We welcome donations to the fund from community organizations and individuals. By contributing, you can help students thrive and lessen their debt load as they start their futures.
Initial funding for the award was provided by the Jack Beaty Educational Scholarship Foundation.
Thank you to our other sponsors for supporting education in New Mexico!
Initial funding for this scholarship program was provided by the Jack Beaty Educational Scholarship Foundation.
Thank you to our other sponsors for supporting education in New Mexico!
“We all know that education unlocks the door of opportunity for the young.”
Gordon B. Hinckley
The Saving For Success Award Administrator
New Mexico Community Trust administers The Saving for Success Award.
New Mexico Community Trust is a tax-exempt public charity. The Trust provides financial, investment, donor, and grant management services for communities across New Mexico. They enable those with philanthropic interests to easily and effectively provide support to the issues that are important to them — immediately or through a planned gift.
The Saving For Success Award Administrator
New Mexico Community Trust administers The Saving for Success Award.
New Mexico Community Trust is a tax-exempt public charity. The Trust provides financial, investment, donor, and grant management services for communities across New Mexico. They enable those with philanthropic interests to easily and effectively provide support to the issues that are important to them — immediately or through a planned gift.
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What's a 529 Plan?
529 plan is a tax-advantaged education savings plan designed to make future education more affordable for families. The Education Plan® is the name of New Mexico’s 529 education savings plan.
What's a 529 Plan?
529 plan is a tax-advantaged education savings plan designed to make future education more affordable for families. The Education Plan® is the name of New Mexico’s 529 education savings plan.
The savings in a 529 plan can
be used for qualified educational
expenses, including:
- Tuition and fees
- Books
- Supplies and equipment
- Room and board for beneficiaries attending on at least a half-time basis
- Computer technology, equipment, internet access
The savings in a 529 plan can be used for qualified educational expenses, including:
- Tuition and fees
- Books
- Supplies and equipment
- Room and board for beneficiaries attending on at least a half-time basis
- Computer technology, equipment, internet access