New Mexico State University Foundation

Donor's Bill of Rights | Donor Recognition Societies | Reasons to Support NMSU | Corporate Matching Gifts

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Estate Planning | Will Information | Glossary of Giving Terms —————————————————————

The links and content of this page are designed to specifically assist our donors. To learn how you can invest in NMSU or volunteer your support, please contact one of the following:

For Friends, Parents, Faculty and Staff :
Nick Franklin, Vice President of Advancement
575.646-1613 or 800.342.6678

For Alumni:
Ermelinda Quintela, Alumni Association Director
575.646.3616 or 866.678.2586

For Corporations/Foundations:
Rebecca Sellars, Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations
575.646.6128 or 800.342.6678

For Students:
Nigel Holman, Director of Annual Fund
575.646.4033 or 800.342.6678

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As a state-assisted institution, NMSU relies on financial support from the private sector to achieve excellence in academics, research, student programs and outreach services to the community, state and region. Over the years, private support has built a strong bond between the university and its supporters. Please call 575.646.1611 or 800.342.6678 or e-mail us directly at giving@nmsu.edu.

Annual Giving Categories

$1,000 and up - Gerald Thomas Society or President's Associates (gifts dedicated to the President's Associates scholarship program)

Cumulative Giving Categories

University Partners - $5,000 to $9,999
University Ambassadors - $10,000 to $24,999
President's Council - $25,000 to $49,999
Regents' Associates - $50,000 to $99,999
Crimson Society - $100,000 to $249,999
Circle of Excellence Bronze - $250,000 to $499,999
Circle of Excellence Silver - $500,000 to $900,000
Circle of Excellence Gold - Over $1 million

Gifts of Service are defined as generous acts on the part of an individual, corporation or other organization that benefit New Mexico State University but do not meet federal definitions of a charitable gift. They are very valuable as we work to achieve excellence at all levels of the university. Recipients of these awards can be nominated by any university program. The decision to present a Gift of Service award is made by the Vice President for University Advancement.

Members of the Foundation staff can assist you in making a gift to New Mexico State University. They can visit with you about some of NMSU's most pressing funding needs and advise you on ways to give that will be beneficial to both you and New Mexico State University.

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— Tax-Advantaged Giving (return to top)

Gifts to a non-profit such as New Mexico State University are tax deductible as allowed by law based on the tax circumstances of each individual. There are certain gifts that may offer more tax advantages to the donor. An outright gift of appreciated stocks or bonds is exempt from capital gains tax and in most cases enables the donor to claim a charitable income tax deduction equal to the fair market value of the securities at the time of transfer. The deduction is limited to 30% of the donor's adjusted gross income but the excess can be carried forward for up to five additional years. In all cases, donors should consult with their personal advisors about the ramifications of a gift.

— IRS Charitable Forms (return to top)

It is best to consult with your personal tax advisor regarding tax ramifications of gifts over $250. For general information visit the IRS web page at http://www.irs.gov/charities/index.html. For questions related to your gifts to New Mexico State University, e-mail us at giving@nmsu.edu.

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For many donors, a gift made through a bequest is an easy way of making a substantial contribution to New Mexico State University. You can make a specific bequest of a piece of property, a sum of money or a stated percentage of your estate or you can designate New Mexico State University as a residuary beneficiary after other specific bequests have been made and all debts, taxes and expenses of the estate are paid. It is always best to arrange these plans with your family's legal advisor. Your gift to NMSU can be directed for any program(s) of your choosing or left undesignated.

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The NMSU Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 3590
Las Cruces, NM 88003-3590
575.646.1611 or 800.342.6678
E-mail: giving@nmsu.edu