The NMSU Foundation invites NMSU employees and student organizations at New Mexico State University to submit fundraising ideas for inclusion in the 1888 Minutes of Giving campaign, part of Founders Day on April 22, 2025.
During Founders Day | 1888 Minutes of Giving, eligible organizations and faculty can apply to feature a dedicated fund on the GiveCampus crowdfunding platform to attract donor support.
“Being able to raise funds for the students who take part in our Rodeo team has been a real gift,” said Brice Baggarley, head coach of the NMSU Rodeo team. “These students work so hard and travel all around the country to compete – and win – at the highest levels, and 1888 Minutes of Giving helps them be able to meet their expenses and do their best.”
The 1888 Minutes of Giving campaign runs from April 22 at 9 a.m. to April 23 at 5:28 p.m., spanning 1,888 minutes to honor the university’s founding. The NMSU Foundation invites student organizations and faculty members to submit fundraising goals through a general survey at http://bit.ly/40GOZbq, and complete their giving page by March 31.
Launched in 2024 as part of Founders Day, 1888 Minutes of Giving honors NMSU’s visionary founders and celebrates the faculty and staff who continue to advance the university’s land-grant mission. With a fundraising goal of $188,888, the campaign supports a wide range of initiatives, including Aggie Cupboard, Aggies Go Global, and the Rodeo Team.
Additionally, NMSU faculty, staff, and retirees can leave a legacy by establishing a Cornerstone Endowment, an accessible way to fund an endowed scholarship. For assistance, contact the NMSU Foundation development office at 575-201-9023.
The 1888 Minutes of Giving portal opens on March 25 at 1888minutesofgiving.org. For more information, call 575-201-9023 or email annualgiving@nmsufoundation.org.
About the NMSU 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.