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RFP 7166 for AmeriCorps Funding closed on December 17th 2009. The Commission received 21 proposals totaling over four million dollars. The review process is under way and awards will be made per the timetable in the RFP.

Upcoming Training

Mon Feb 08 @08:30AM -
Grantsmanship Training Program Feb 8-12
Wed Feb 10 @08:30AM - 04:30PM
Grant Writing Basics
Thu Feb 11 @09:30AM - 02:00PM
Funder's Forum
Fri Feb 12 @08:30AM - 09:30AM
Development Learning Circle
Tue Feb 16 @08:30AM - 04:30PM
In-Depth Financial Training
Thu Feb 18 @09:00AM - 04:00PM
Grant Writing Workshop Feb 18 & 19
Welcome to New Mexico Commission for Community Volunteerism

The indigenous communities of North America and New Mexico have even longer traditions of community-centered social structures and inter-generational responsibility. Democratic participation and civic engagement provide the foundation and framework for our nation’s political values. A more active and engaged citizenry remains both a goal and a source of pride for our country and our state.

 
VISTA: Fight Poverty with Passion

Thirty-seven million Americans—including 13 million children—live below the poverty line. Even those employed in low-paying jobs often are forced to choose between eating dinner, obtaining a vital prescription, or paying the monthly electric bill.

How can we let this happen in America?

Fortunately, there are many efforts to fight poverty. One of the most successful over the past 40+ years is AmeriCorps VISTA. From America’s rural communities to our inner cities, VISTA volunteers are on the front lines fighting poverty with passion. They are teaching, feeding, inspiring, enriching. They are building, training, serving, reaching. They are making a difference, pulling people up and out of poverty.

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The Pepsi Refresh Project - $20 Million in Grants

Pepsi is giving away more than $20 million in grants to fund your great ideas. This unprecedented program is called The Pepsi Refresh Project.

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Governor Bill Richardson Announces New Centennial Initiative to Get New Mexicans Involved in their Communities

We Serve/New Mexico will link volunteer organizations across the state in preparation for New Mexico’s 100th Anniversary in 2012


SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today announced a new statewide initiative called We Serve/New Mexico that will work with communities across the state to prepare for New Mexico’s 100th anniversary. We Serve/New Mexico will be made up of volunteers that will lead community clean-ups, graffiti and weed eradication, beautification projects, repairs and restorations, recycling projects, educational projects and services to youth and elders over the next two years.

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Congress Approves Historic Budget Increase for National Service

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, December 14, 2009
CONTACT: Ashley Etienne,
Phone: 202-606-6944, Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Washington, DC -- Congress today gave final approval to the Fiscal 2010 budget for the Corporation for National and Community Service, making a historic investment in the agency and its programs at a time of mounting social needs and renewed interest in citizen service.

The appropriations measure passed by the Senate today provides $1.149 billion for the Corporation, fully funding President Obama's request. This funding level, the largest in the agency's history, will support millions of Americans in addressing national priorities through service, from preventing high school dropouts and increasing energy efficiency to improving health care and supporting veterans.

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Top-Reasons-To-Volunteer
  • To "get out of the house".
  • To make new friends.
  • To gain status.
  • To feel part of a group.
  • To gain knowledge.
  • To share your skills.
  • To spend "quality time" with family and friends.
  • To build your resume.
  • To impress your boss.
  • Because you can!
  • When you stay home, you get too many telemarketing calls.
  • Your family could use a break from you.
  • You might need help yourself someday.
  • It's hard to win a game of solitaire.
  • Soap operas all sound alike.
  • If you don't go out each day, you get old.
  • Why let your boss have all the fun in life?
  • The car needs a workout.
  • Your mom would be proud of you.
  • Who cares about money?