Victoria Padilla

Victoria Padilla is a proud New Mexican and first-generation college graduate. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from The University of New Mexico in 2014. Her career began in Albuquerque’s nonprofit sector, focusing on food justice and community advocacy. This passion for equity led her to work with youth at NM Tech’s Upward Bound program before transitioning to financial aid at UNM. In this field, she discovered her true calling—helping students access financial resources to pursue higher education. Now serving as an Outreach Executive for the New Mexico Educational Assistance Foundation (NMEAF), Victoria is dedicated to expanding financial aid awareness and accessibility for students and families across New Mexico.