Nonprofit News
I.N.S.P.I.R.E Series: Tomas Martinez - "I Am Who I Serve"
Feb 3 2015Related to: Advocacy, Related to: Leadership
Tomas Martinez brings a unique perspective to his job as an outreach coordinator and promotor at La Plazita Institute in the South Valley area of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
“I love the National Geographic because it saved my life,” says Tomas Martinez, recalling the 1980 prison riot at the state penitentiary in Santa... Read Article
Albuquerque Law-La-Palooza
Jan 29 2015Related to: Advocacy
Thursday, February 26, 2015. 3pm - 6pm
Raymond G. Sanchez Community Center
9800 4th St. NW
Albuquerque NM, 87114
FREE Consultations with Attorneys.
Abogados bilingües y funcionados estarán disponibles. Bilingual attorneys and staff available.
First-come, first-served basis.
•Divorce
•Custody
•Landlord/Tenant... Read Article
AFP Launches The Community Calendar
Jan 26 2015Related to: Communications & Marketing, Related to: Fund Development
The Association of Fundraising Professionals-New Mexico (AFP-NM) is pleased to announce The Community Calendar, your one-stop-calendar for many of the events which take place in the community each year. Go to our website http://afpnewmexico.afpnet.org and click on "About Our Chapter", and scroll down to "Community... Read Article
2015 Annual Funders Forum - Feb 19
Jan 23 2015Related to: Fund Development
Don't miss this unique opportunity to meet face-to-face with many of New Mexico's funders in a relaxed, open atmosphere.
New this year: We will be hosting a Conversation on Ethics in Fundraising with Paul and LaDonna Hopkins; and a panel discussion about trends in private, corporate and foundation giving, hosted by Amy Duggan of the Center for... Read Article
Millennials Are Volunteering More Than Past Generations And Haven't Even Peaked Yet
Jan 22 2015Related to: Volunteer Management
Tired of hearing people grouse about a tuned-out, apathetic younger generation?
Well, here's a comeback: Today's young Americans are more serious about giving back than their parents were.
In fact, those under age 30 now are more likely to say citizens have a "very important obligation" to volunteer, an Associated Press-GfK... Read Article
Why Not in Your Backyard?
Jan 13 2015Related to: Fund Development
Exploring new opportunities to invest for impact in your own community
By Cece Derringer, Homewise
Director of Resource Development and Communications
A new survey published in May 2014 by the Global Impact Investing Network and J.P. Morgan offers clear evidence of the impressive growth of impact investing. The survey, the authors’... Read Article
Online Mobilization & Fundraising for 2015
Jan 13 2015Related to: Communications & Marketing, Related to: Fund Development, Related to: Technology
Upleaf is pleased to offer a four-part training series to help nonprofits get a solid start on 2015!
Hosted by the Colorado Nonprofit Association, you can participate... Read Article
You're invted to provide input on the next APS Superintendent
Jan 6 2015You're invited to community meetings and to take an online survey to give your opinions and suggestions for the next APS superintendent.
APS Board of Education has started its search process for a new superintendent. One of the most critical steps in the process is input from staff, families, and community members.
APS has scheduled several employee and community... Read Article
Help Older Adults and Veterans Learn and Reconnect with Family and Friends
Jan 5 2015Related to: Advocacy, Related to: Technology
With support, older adults and veterans can receive free technical assistance to help reconnect them with loved ones. Technocademy, a nonprofit organization started by a high school freshman in Atlanta, helps senior citizens and veterans connect with their family and friends by offering free technology lessons throughout the... Read Article
$500 College Scholarship Available to YOU!
Jan 1 2015Goedeker’s is holding an essay contest with the opportunity to win up to $500 in scholarship money.
The Goedeker’s Appliances Public Service Scholarship is available to employees of non-profit organizations and their immediate family members. Both undergraduate and graduate students may apply.
The deadline to enter the essay contest is July 31, 2015.
For the full... Read Article