About Us

The NMSU Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to building relationships, generating support and growing the endowment for NMSU’s students, teaching, research and public service missions.

About the Foundation

Established in 1959, the Foundation is a privately governed nonprofit corporation whose mission is to support New Mexico State University. The Foundation consistently strives for trust, accountability and excellence in its constituent relationships by promoting the values of fiduciary duties, leadership, teamwork and the highest standard of ethics among its employees and volunteers. The Foundation is committed to upholding and preserving public and private trust while at the same time protecting the privacy of donors and employees, and the confidentiality of its competitive strategies.

Learn more about how your gift can make a difference at New Mexico State University or contact our development staff to create your own Aggie legacy.

NMSU Foundation Mission

The mission of the NMSU Foundation is to foster long-term relationships with our alumni, supporters, and community in order to secure, manage, steward, and protect a sustainable source of private resources that will enhance the ability of New Mexico State University to fulfill its land-grant mission.

We Believe In

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Integrity

We earn trust by being honest, ethical, and dependable in our dealings with each other and the people that we serve.

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Teamwork

We succeed together by committing to a culture of collaboration and effective communication, while expressing kindness and mutual respect.

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Innovation

We value creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness as we continually pursue individual and organizational excellence.

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Stewardship

We deliver exceptional service and unique experiences through the cultivation of personal relationships with the students, alumni, and donors who have entrusted us with their support.

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Fun

We embrace our Aggie spirit and commit to fostering a supportive, family-oriented, inclusive, and joyful environment for each other and the people that we serve.

How you can make your own impact at NMSU

There are more ways to support NMSU than you might think. Explore how you can make an impact.

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