Publications and Links   NEW REPORT The Economic Impact of Nonprofit Organizations in New Mexico - January 2006 The study,conducted by the University of New Mexico Bureau of Business and Economic Research, is the first report that has assembled research on the nonprofit sector and its economic contributions to New Mexico. THe study was commissioned by NMAG and NGO New Mexico with funding support from the Daniels Fund, Health Insurance Alliance, PNM, Qwest, Santa Fe Community Foundation and United Way of Santa Fe County. Disaster Grantmaking: A Practical Guide for Foundations and Corporations (Council on Foundations, European Foundation Centre) Download this free booklet (PDF, 42 pages) that contains ideas, examples and resources related to disaster grantmaking. Excerpts from "Options to Improve Tax Compliance and Reform Tax Expenditures" prepared by the staff of the Congressional Joint Committee on Taxation (January 27, 2005): proposed changes to tax law for Exempt Organizations and to Estate and Gift Taxation (598KB) proposed changes to tax law for Exempt Organizations only (662 KB) proposed changes to tax law to Estate and Gift Taxation only (169 KB) and a link to the complete report. According to the Aspen Philanthropy Letter (see link below), the report "offers dozens of recommendations to curb potential abuses by nonprofits and foundations, including insider dealing and excessive compensation and administrative expenses. Most significantly, the report echoes the Senate Finance Committee's recommendation that the IRS should review all exempt organizations every five years, as a means of answering questions about potential abuses or conflicts of interests within the exempt organizations." NMAG Giving Survey 2003 © This booklet encompasses the first Giving Survey for the State of New Mexico. Prepared by the New Mexico Association of Grantmakers, it serves as a report to our stakeholders: NMAG members, other philanthropic entities in New Mexico, the nonprofit sector, various levels of government in our state, the private sector, the professions and the media. [This link will take you to a PDF file that you can download or print.] The Alliance for Justice The Foundation Advocacy Initiative provides training and technical assistance to funders on the rules for supporting nonprofit advocacy and public policy. The Aspen Institute Current news on the challenges facing society, as well as publication and workshop information. The Chronicle of Philanthropy A bi-monthly publication on the many different aspects of philanthropy and nonprofits. The Independent Sector Information about IS programs and publications. Indiana University Press Philanthropy Books Resource for current books and periodicals on giving. The Philanthropy Journal of North Carolina This online news source, published by the A.J. Fletcher Foundation in Raleigh, North Carolina, covers state, national, and international news about fundraising, giving, managing, volunteering and technology in the philanthropic and nonprofit community. [It's name was recently changed from Nonprofitxpress.] Philanthropy News Network A daily journal of philanthropic news. Stateline.org This site will track issues as they appear on the public agenda in state capitols. General and Information Resources Board Source An organization that works with both board members and staff to strengthen nonprofit boards. Center for Effective Philanthropy An organization dedicated to helping charitable foundations and other donors think and work more strategically. Center for the Study of Philanthropy Information and working papers on progressive philanthropy. Council for Aid to Education A national nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness of corporate and other private sector support of education. Council on Foundations A national association of grantmakers. The Foundation Center A wealth of information on grantmaking and grantseeking. Foundation In a Box Foundation in a Box is a collaboration that offers materials from many leading foundation writers and advisors. Here you'll find hundreds of articles, questions & answers, worksheets, and more. The Resource Library is for subscribers only, but the New Foundation and Professional Directory sections are free to the public. GrantCraft A project of the Ford Foundation, this Web site offers grantmakers tools, tips and techniques for effective grantmaking. GrantCraft offers guides, videos, and case studies that present the practitioner's view of philanthropy. Grantmakers for Effective Organizations Grantmakers for Effective Organizations is dedicated to promoting learning and encouraging dialogue among funders committed to building strong and effective nonprofit organizations. GEO’s mission is to advance and expand organizational effectiveness practices in and by the philanthropy community. Guidestar A one-stop information page. Database of 850,000 nonprofits, independent foundations and grantmaking public charities, resource exchange center, updated news, and much more. More Than Money A Web site designed to provide a safe forum for this discussion, and to support people in the wealthiest five percent to create a better world. They also hold conferences, offer coaching, and publish More Than Money Journal, a quarterly packed with stories and articles. National Center for Education Statistics Everything you ever wanted to know about schools and education. National Center for Family Philanthropy A wealth of information for trustee, staff and others involved with Family Foundations. National Center for Charitable Statistics A project of the Urban Institute, this organization collects and distributes information on nonprofits for use by the government, research and nonprofit communities. The National Charities Information Bureau A site focused on giving funders the information they need to make wise choices. National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy A self-described progressive organization looking at new ways for philanthropy to be effective. National Network of Grantmakers A membership association of grantmakers committed to progressive social change. The Philanthropy Roundtable Information on the organization and the publication Philanthropy, as well as their other publications. Links to other Regional Associations of Grantmakers New Mexico Association of Grantmakers is one of many Regional Associations of Grantmakers (RAs) around the country. Use this link to find one in your area. back to top >>