Rather than simply writing a check to a deserving charity, the public seems to continue to seek new, creative ways to support nonprofits. What impact has this trend had on your organization?
Margot Andrew-Anderson: We have had to become more and more creative in our fundraising ideas. It is competitive. Fred Nathan: Many of Think New Mexico’s social investors also contribute to our organization in other ways, often by volunteering their time assisting with policy research, advocating for our solutions with their legislators or simply answering the phone for us. Again, our small size provides an advantage in that we can provide a high level of personal interaction with supporters who want to become more involved, and can use their talents in many ways, so that they are valued participants in Think New Mexico’s work. Margaret Bullens: We have benefited significantly from in-kind support: photography, video production, website design and hosting, print design and printing, illustration, etc. Gemma VanHole: This trend has had a mostly positive impact on Learning Lab. Corporate donors often request representation on our Board of Directors and are willing to work with us on plac
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