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AFP is the largest professional fundraising network in the world! And one of the greatest benefits of AFP membership is the opportunity to network -- to exchange information with one's peers, to learn from those who are more experienced, and to help those who are just getting started in professional fund raising.

AFP membership means you are part of a professional community that provides the environment for contacts with leaders of the profession throughout North America and the world.

Current Newsletter (August 2010 - Adobe Acrobat format)

Job Postings (Last Update: July 22)
Have a job to list? Use our Online Job Posting Form

Members-Only Network and Nosh at St. Claire Winery

The New Mexico Chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals invites its members to a wine tasting and nosh at St. Claire Winery, August 5 starting at 5pm. Visit with friends, meet AFP regional representative Pat Bjorhovde and relax with some of New Mexico’s very best wine. Light appetizers will be provided.

There will be a $5 charge at the door. Space is limited so make a reservation by e-mailing Susan Simons at .

This event is only open to AFP members, but you still have time to join by going on line to www.AFPnet.org.


2010 Luncheon Meeting Details

Thursday, August 12
Fundraising with an HGTV Dream Home
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Make your AFP luncheon reservations online!


2010 Audio Conference Details

Wednesday, July 14, Legacy Giving Building Blocks: A Simple Approach to Attracting Long-Term Support
Tuesday, July 27, Developing A Planned Giving Marketing Plan  
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To register call 505-239-9106 or send an email to .


National Philanthropy Day 2010

ASSOCIATION OF FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONALS
ANNOUNCES 2010 PHILANTHROPY AWARD RECIPIENTS

The New Mexico Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals has announced the recipients of the 2010 National Philanthropy Day awards. From Carlsbad to Laguna, the diverse award recipients represent the leaders in philanthropy in their communities. The 2010 awards include a new designation for a Southern New Mexico Leader in Philanthropy, a Youth Collaboration award, and 3 new Young Nonprofit Professionals Network awards (nominations due July 30th www.ynpn.org/centralnewmexico)

2010 NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY AWARD RECIPIENTS

OUTSTANDING BUSINESS/CORPORATION IN PHILANTHROPY: Mosaic Potash, Carlsbad
OUTSTANDING LEADERS IN PHILANTHROPY: Central New Mexico: Rick (posthumously) and Debbie Johnson, Albuquerque
Southern New Mexico: Ammu Devasthali, Las Cruces
OUTSTANDING FAMILY IN PHILANTHROPY: Mike and Mary Anaya Family, Moriarty
OUTSTANDING SERVICE ORGANIZATION: Rotary Club of Albuquerque
OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER FUNDRAISER: Ruthie Horn Robbins, Albuquerque
YOUTH IN PHILANTHROPY AWARDS:

Elementary School – Taylor Roybal, Pablo Roybal Elementary, Santa Cruz
High School – Krystal Melendez, Bosque School, Albuquerque
Youth Collaboration - Macaroni Necklace Project, Laguna Department of Education, Laguna

JOIN “TEAM NPD” we’re poised for growth!

“TEAM NPD” is the dynamic Steering Committee for the 2010 National Philanthropy Day Awards Banquet!! Exciting new things are happening with NPD, and YOU are invited to get in on the cutting edge!

Join “TEAM NPD” and select involvement with one of 2 paths:

RECOGNITION

NOMINATIONS/SELECTION & AWARDS
YOUTH IN PHILANTHROPY
PHILANTHROPY PARTNERS
   Community Builders, Spirit of Philanthropy, and others!
PR/PROMOTION/PRINT

ENGAGEMENT

PHILANTHROPY COLLABORATIONS:
   SPONSORSHIPS, TABLE AND TICKET SALES
EVENT EXPERIENCE:
   LOGISTICS, SCHEDULE, DECORATIONS

TEAM NPD MEETINGS: 3rd Thursday of each month, 1:30 at the Embassy Suites Hotel
June 17, July 22, Aug 19, Sept 17, Oct 7 & 21, Nov 4 & 11, Nov 15 – event!, Dec 2 – TEAM NPD celebration!

Contact Pamela Chavez at  or visit our NPD page for more info!!!


2010 Every Member Campaign
Thank you in advance for supporting the AFP Foundations for Philanthropy through the 2010 Every Member Campaign. Your gift will make a difference by helping the Foundation generate the resources needed to fund strategic initiatives that advance ethical and effective fundraising.

It’s easy to give to the 2010 Every Member Campaign...


AFP Scholarship Information
The New Mexico Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals is pleased to offer an array of scholarships to advance the profession of fundraising, enhance chapter membership and help develop the professional skills of our members:

Become a Certified Fundraising Professional--It Pays!
In the U.S., Certified Fund Raising Executives (CFRE) earn 17% more than their non-certified colleagues.

You are ready to become certified if. . . .

  • You are a fundraising professional with five years experience.
  • You are interested in advancing your professional career.
  • You are even thinking about professional fundraising accreditation - CFRE.
  • You want greater financial and public recognition of your work.

Take this important career step now. What have you got to lose?
If you have questions or just want to talk to someone about CFRE, please contact:

  • Maureen Simmons, CFRE, (New Mexico);
  • Trisha Dunbar, CFRE at or 214-689-2265 or
  • Fran Lobpries, CFRE at or 214-413-4130
  • CFRE Website: www.cfre.org

Resources:

CFRE Mentorship Program
Contact Maureen Simmons for information:


Upcoming Grant Deadlines (Adobe Acrobat format)

HAVE YOU SIGNED UP FOR THE MEMBERS-ONLY AREA?

Check out our Members-Only Password Protected Area. Follow the instructions to create your own username & password which will allow you easy access to our membership directory and the previously-aired 2008/2009 Audio Conferences. We will each accept a confidentiality agreement to access this secure area. We are hopeful that the information in it will help you network with other members, share best practices and that you will use the many membership resources that are available.


FREE LISTING IN NM NONPROFIT DIRECTORY

Dear AFP Colleagues;

The Center for Nonprofit Excellence, a capacity building organization for New Mexico nonprofits, recently launched an online New Mexico Nonprofit Directory. The Directory is a free and searchable database of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and Tribal programs in the state of New Mexico.

The Directory will be of use to:

  • grantmakers,
  • donors,
  • volunteers
  • nonprofit organizations looking to partner, collaborate or learn from each other (we all know how valuable and critical networking is!)

Please make sure that your 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(3) fiscally sponsored nonprofit or Tribal program is listed in the New Mexico Nonprofit Directory. There is no cost to having your nonprofit organization listed in this directory.

Please follow these easy instructions to be listed:

  1. Choose someone from your nonprofit organization to fill out the form. Please only one submission per organization.
  2. Go to www.centerfornonprofitexcellence.org
  3. Go to the Get Involved tab.
  4. Click on Find a Nonprofit. Check to see if your organization is already listed; if you aren’t listed follow the link to fill out the form.
  5. Take 5-10 minutes to fill out the form as completely as you can. Click Save.
  6. Contact Margaret Salamon with any questions: (505) 247-3671 x714

Be sure and share this resource with your nonprofit peers – encourage them to get listed. Thank you for participating in this valuable state resource!

Sincerely,
Celia Merrill President AFP-NM


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