The University of New Mexico is a place where cutting-edge research and creative endeavors flourish. UNM research injects millions of dollars into New Mexico’s economy, funds new advancements in healthcare, and augments teaching – giving student’s valuable hands-on training in state-of-the art laboratories.
The Health Sciences Center is the state’s largest integrated health care treatment, research and education organization. U.S. News and World Report’s 2018 edition of “America’s Best Graduate Schools” ranks the UNM School of Medicine 20th in primary care and 72nd in research. Additionally, in health disciplines, UNM’s nursing-midwifery program is ranked seventh. UNM School of Law is ranked 88th, while ranking 14th in clinical training. UNM College of Fine Arts is ranked 48th, with its photography program ranked fifth in the nation. The School of Engineering is ranked 83rd nationally, with Electrical Engineering coming in at 75th, and Chemical Engineering ranking at 72nd.
UNM is one of only a dozen Hispanic-Serving Institution in the U.S. that are also classified by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education as a R1: Doctoral Universities with very high research activity.
You can help advance UNM’s education, research and service missions by supporting our students, faculty and staff. We would be happy to meet with you about your funding needs or offer a presentation about our services to your program or department staff.
Research
• Sponsor Research – Vice President for Research
• License Technologies – Rainforest Innovations
Services
• Consult with faculty – Vice President for Research
• Explore UNM facilities and equipment – Vice President for Research
• Professional & Continuing Education – Continuing Education
Students
• Internships & Recruitment – Career Services
Philanthropy
• Mentor a student, volunteer at special events or provide funding to support students and research – UNM Foundation
FAQ
Do I need to contact CFR if I just want to call a corporation or foundation to discuss my program?
Yes, please. Some corporations and foundations prefer that CFR act as their liaison with UNM. Please click below for a list of the organizations that have requested central coordination through CFR. We can also provide background information on organizations and help develop a strategy for successful fundraising.
Resources
- CFR Project Planning Worksheet: Download
This worksheet is intended to provide CFR with important information about your project or program.
The organizations on this list have either requested that CFR act as their liaison with UNM or limit the number of applications the University can submit.
Does CFR charge for its services?
No. As part of the UNM Foundation, we regard your success as our success. Our services are available to all University units, faculty and staff free of charge.
Does the UNM Foundation charge a gift fee/tax on any gifts or grants I receive?
No. Contributions received by the UNM Foundation in support of the University of New Mexico are transferred in their entirety to the school, college, department, or program designated by the donor.
How do I get started if I want to send a proposal to a corporation or a foundation?
Call CFR, whether you have a proposal ready to send or you don’t know where to begin. We can conduct prospect research as well as review and edit documents for compliance with application guidelines and donor interests. This can improve your proposal’s chances of success. Our CFR Project Planning Worksheet can get you started thinking about how to communicate the importance of your work to corporations and foundation.
Our department could really use an endowment or an endowed chair. Can you get one for us?
Organizations are not usually good sources of funding for general operating support or endowments. That said, we will always explore all possible options for supporting your program.
What about federal grants? Can you help me with those?
Sorry, no. The UNM Foundation’s mission is to work with private organizations, i.e. corporations and foundations. For help with federal grants, please contact: The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) Web: research.unm.edu E-mail: vpr@unm.edu Telephone: 505-277-6128
Contact
Corporate and Foundation Relations
Betsy Till, Senior Director of Development
E-mail: cfr@unmfund.org or (505) 313-7678