Dear Partners in Service, The New Mexico Commission for Community Volunteerism extends a sincere "thank you" to the volunteer community who gave generously of their time and talent to assist with the "SPOTLIGHT ON VOLUNTEERS CONFERENCE". By all accounts, the conference was a great success.
In my role as the Director of the State Commission, I am constantly amazed at the giving spirit that our New Mexico citizens demonstrate on a daily basis. The depth of experience that is shared with community groups or individuals so that "the playing field" is equalized for every New Mexican is a source of pride, for all of us.
New Mexico is rich with culture and the diversity of our people is robust. The Commission will exhaust every effort to enhance the spirit of service. The Honorable Governor Susanna Martinez appointed a cadre of Commissioners whose expertise and talents are unequaled. The opportunities to plan and implement a pure model of National Service and to establish meaningful community partnerships are tremendous, given the strength of the leadership we can expect from the Commissioners.
With that, I leave you with my personal promise to effectively guide our work, so that we as a State Commission, address unmet needs in our great state. Together, we can ensure that "Service, A New Mexico Tradition" is truer than ever before.
I hope you enjoy reading our Newsletter!
Romaine Serna, LMSW
Director, NMCCV
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3-year State Service Plan: Make sure your community's voice is heard!
 In 2012, the New Mexico Commission on Community Volunteerism (NMCCV) will create its 3-year State Service Plan, as required by the Edward Kennedy Serve America Act. The Plan will be developed through an open and public process that provides for maximum participation and input from diverse stakeholders.
The overall goal is to effectively coordinate federal, state and local resources to increase volunteerism in New Mexico's communities. The State Plan will guide how state and federal resources are allocated to support volunteerism in New Mexico in the years 2013-2015.
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Community Meetings Schedule
 The New Mexico Commission for Community Volunteerism (NMCCV) invites you to tell us how your community can benefit from volunteer programs engaging youth, seniors, and all ages.
National service programs and volunteer support can help your community meet growing needs for services such as Disaster Relief, Economic Opportunity, Education, Environmental Stewardship, Healthy Futures, and Veterans and Military Families.
NMCCV seeks to learn about local needs, projects, organizations, and community capitals for inclusion in the 2013-2015 New Mexico State Service Plan. The Commission uses this plan for coordinating local, state, and federal resources that support volunteerism.
- Farmington, San Juan County -- May 21, 2012, Monday, 2:00 pm
- Espaņola, Rio Arriba County -- May 22, 2012, Tuesday, 10:00 - noon
- Raton, Colfax County -- May 23, 2012, Wednesday, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
- Santa Rosa, Guadalupe County -- May 30, 2012, Tuesday, 2:00-3:30 pm
- Roswell, Chavez County -- May 31, 2012, Thursday, 2:00 pm
- T or C, Sierra County -- June 11, 2012, Monday, 2:00 pm
- Las Cruces/Vado, Dona Ana County -- June 12, 2012, Tuesday, 2:00 pm
- Hobbs, Lea County -- June 13, 2012, Wednesday, 10:00-noon
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Spotlight Awards
 The 14th Annual" Spotlight on Volunteers Conference" was well attended. Over 300 individuals celebrated the recognition of New Mexicans recognized for their contributions. Sandia National Laboratories received the Corporate Volunteer Award. Workshops were full and two AMERICORPS members presented slide shows depicting their service to New Mexico. Eight recently appointed Commissioners attended the event. Nicole Brady, was the MC. The awards went to:
- Lifetime Achievement: Nancy Ann Bell
- Volunteer Award: Frank Chacon
- Volunteer Award: Roy Cotinola
- Volunteer Award: Albert DeLanoy
- Volunteer Award: L. Dick Tatro
- Volunteer Award: Leonard Witter
- Corporate Volunteer Program Award: Sandia National Laboratories
- Youth Service Award: Kayla Suazo
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Our Commissioners
Governor Susana Martinez recently appointed several Commissioners to the NMCCV. The Commissioners represent different communities throughout New Mexico. Thank you Governor Martinez!.
- Erin Atkins - Alamogordo, NM
- Anthony Casaus - Las Cruces, NM
- Patricia L. Chavez - Albuquerque, NM
- Bernadine Dallago - Las Cruces, NM
- Alice Garza - Albuquerque, NM
- Elaine Graff - Albuquerque, NM
- Deborah Hartz - Albuquerque, NM
- Nancy Hughes - Albuquerque, NM
- Loretta Johnson - Albuquerque, NM
- Matthew Montoya - Albuquerque, NM
- Frances Ray - Albuquerque, NM
- Jennifer Riordan - Albuquerque, NM
- Vicki S. Rogers - La Luz, NM
- Bobby Wallace - Albuquerque, NM
- Melinda Webster, Designee - Hannah Skandera, Cabinet Secretary
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National Conference on Volunteering and Service
Join us in Chicago June 18-20 for the 2012 Conference!
 From its rebirth after the Great Fire of 1871 to the city's claim of the tallest skyscraper in North America, this City of Service has always been an incubator for innovation.
The city is home to many renowned national and local community-based organizations that serve their ethnically, racially and socially diverse neighborhoods. These organizations have been critical in strengthening the fabric of Chicago and fostering a sense of community in the nation's third largest city. The National Conference on Volunteering and Service is thrilled to call the region "home" in 2012.
The 2012 National Conference on Volunteering and Service will be held in McCormick Place West at Lake Michigan. In partnership with Hilton, our host hotels include the Hilton Chicago and the Palmer House.
Make plans now to be with us in Chicago June 18 - 20, 2012. For more information: National Conference on Volunteering and Service.
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Full Commission Meeting May 16, 2012
Meeting will be held a the Office of Community Volunteerism. Agenda as follows:
PART A PROCEDURAL MATTERS
1 PROCEDURAL MATTERS
1.1 Call to Order
1.2 Approval of Agenda
1.3 Introduction of New Members
1.4 Introduction of Observer~ (if any)
2 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF PRIOR MEETING
2.1 Minutes of Meeting Date (March 1, 2012)
PART B ITEMS FOR COMMISSION ACTION
3 Update on Audit
4 Federal Desk Audit
5 Presentation of Commission Budget to date
6 Strategic Planning Update
7 Election of Officers
8 Annual Calendar
9 Thank You, Romaine!
PART C PROGRAM INFORMATION
10 Homero Perez
11 Report on the Status of Current Programs (Written Only)
PART D NEXT MEETING
The next meeting of New Mexico Commission on Community Volunteerism is scheduled to be held at in Albuquerque, New Mexico on August 1, 2012. Specific location to be announced
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 This is a video created by AmeriCorps Cultural Technology documentarian, Eric Maldonado. The video shows the struggles of members finding jobs in a professional setting and talking about what they might be doing not given the experience of working with AmeriCorps. It shows how AmeriCorps has changed each of their lives in a positive way.
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The NMCCV
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.
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Our Commissioners:
Erin Atkins - Alamogordo, NM
Anthony Casaus - Las Cruces, NM
Patricia L. Chavez - Albuquerque, NM
Bernadine Dallago - Las Cruces, NM
Alice Garza - Albuquerque, NM
Elaine Graff - Albuquerque, NM
Deborah Hartz - Albuquerque, NM
Nancy Hughes - Albuquerque, NM
Loretta Johnson - Albuquerque, NM
Matthew Montoya - Albuquerque, NM
Frances Ray - Albuquerque, NM
Jennifer Riordan - Albuquerque, NM
Vicki S. Rogers - La Luz, NM
Bobby Wallace - Albuquerque, NM
Melinda Webster, Designee
Hannah Skandera, Cabinet Secretary
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New Mexico Commission for Community Volunteerism
3401 Pan American Freeway, NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87107
Phone: 505.841.4837, 888.549.6913
Fax: 505.841.4839
info@newmexserve.org
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