NMSU Foundation announces 1888 Minutes of Giving, April 23–24
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (April 2, 2024) – A new flash fundraising campaign kicks off this month to commemorate the founding of NMSU in 1888 by raising donations to support the future of the university.
Founders Day: 1888 Minutes of Giving will be held from April 23 at 10 a.m. to April 24 at 5:28 p.m., a continuous 1,888 minutes of fundraising to support 24 different programs at NMSU. In recent years, the NMSU Foundation only conducted a giving day on Giving Tuesday, competing with various other nonprofits for donor dollars.
“This campaign pays tribute to the visionaries who founded NMSU over a century ago, reflecting their commitment to higher education and foresight in shaping generations of scholars, innovators, and leaders,” says Jason Arvizu, assistant vice president of alumni relations and annual giving at the NMSU Foundation.
Special university giving days have become increasingly popular, with many colleges hosting giving day campaigns in both the fall and spring. NMSU’s Founders Day in April presents an ideal opportunity for a springtime campaign, aligning perfectly with the spirit of celebration and generosity that characterizes this occasion.
The Foundation’s goal is to raise $188,888 total and add 188 new donors. Donors may choose to support scholarships, academic programs, research endeavors, or campus enhancements in select programs including athletics, student services, the library, the Honors College, Arrowhead Center, NMSU-Alamogordo, Doña Ana Community College, and NMSU-Grants. They can also support participating programs in each of the colleges at NMSU: Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences; Arts and Sciences; Business; Engineering; and Health, Education and Social Transformation.
“We will monitor donor retention rates, as they provide a measure of the loyalty and sustained dedication of our supporters over time,” Arvizu added. “Acquiring new donors and reconnecting with past donors are crucial steps in expanding and revitalizing our donor community.”
All gifts are tax deductible. Donors can also contribute to funds not listed at https://1888minutesofgiving.org. Select “Other” from the list of designated funds and manually enter the fund name.
About the New Mexico State University Foundation
Established in 1959, the Foundation is a privately governed, non-profit corporation. The mission of the NMSU Foundation is to foster long-term relationships with alumni, supporters, and community 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.