THE SOUTHEASTERN NEW MEXICO<br>ARCHAEOLOGICAL FOUNDATION

THE SOUTHEASTERN NEW MEXICO
ARCHAEOLOGICAL FOUNDATION

The Southeastern New Mexico Archaeological Foundation and the Board of Trustees invite your participation in the development of the The Southeastern New Mexico Archaeological Foundation. The Foundation is a nonprofit NEW MEXICO corporation formed to support the Archaeology of New Mexico. Since SENMAF is not a grants-making association, the Foundation was established as an independent organization to provide support for a variety of archaeological education and preservation programs.

GOALS

The principal goal of the The Southeastern New Mexico Archaeological Foundation is to assist in the historical preservation of archaeological resources on private land; to promote the teaching of archaeology; to encourage research and experimentation in archaeology; to hold public discussions on archaeological related matters; to sponsor institutes, conferences, and programs on archaeological education; and to publish articles, reports, and surveys about archaeology.

The annual goal for contributed funds is $100,000.

TAX DEDUCTIBILITY AUTHORITY

Tax deductible gifts of funds and gifts of bequests are sought to assist the Foundation to achieve its purposes and goals. Gifts to The Southeastern New Mexico Archaeological Foundation are deductible as charitable contributions to the maximum extent permitted by law for federal income, estate, and gift tax purposes.

The Internal Revenue Service has granted The Southeastern New Mexico Archaeological Foundation tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3). Donors, corporations, and foundations interested in making gifts or grants under section 501(c)(3) may obtain a copy of the Foundation's exemption letter from the Foundation's Director, Rodrick B. MacLennan.

Enclosed Is My Contribution To

THE SOUTHEASTERN NEW MEXICO ARCHAEOLOGICAL FOUNDATION

___$100.00 ___$150.00 ___$250.00
___$500.00 ___$750.00 ___$1,000.00

Enclosed is my check in the amount of $___________

Please list my name in your records as___________________________________
(Please print complete name as you wish it to be listed.)

Date: _________________

Send to:
THE SOUTHEASTERN NEW MEXICO ARCHAEOLOGICAL FOUNDATION
P.O. Box 94
Gladstone, NJ 07934

FOUNDATION PROGRAMS TO FURTHER OUR GOALS

THE SOUTHEASTERN NEW MEXICO ARCHAEOLOGICAL FOUNDATION (SENMAF) is currently committed to the following programs:

Research Center We are seeking an appropriate property in New Mexico in need of archaeological preservation and with sufficient land to build a research center.

Survey Capability We are seeking equipment and funding to undertake archaeological surveys on private lands.

WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT THE SOUTHEASTERN NEW MEXICO ARCHAEOLOGICAL FOUNDATION (SENMAF)

Gifts of Cash: Traditionally, the majority of gifts to the Foundation have been in the form of cash. Some people find it more convenient to make an annual pledge and make multiple, regular payments during the year.

Gifts of Real Estate: Gifts of real estate can consist of almost any type of property - a personal or "recreational" residence, a commercial building, a farm, a subdivision lot, or an undeveloped parcel of land. Individual financial needs and goals determine which method of giving is most appropriate for you.

Gifts of Tangible Personal Property: This type of gift includes collections, library works, jewelry, and works of art which may be subject to estate taxes. By contributing such items during your lifetime rather than at death, you not only reduce your taxable estate, but also reduce your taxable income in the year of the gift.

Gifts of Life Insurance: Life insurance offers an attractive method for making a substantial gift to the Foundation. There are several ways to use life insurance for charitable purposes, the most frequent being the liquidation of a policy no longer needed for family protection and donating the proceeds to the Foundation.

Gifts of Appreciated Securities: Contributions of appreciated securities eliminate paying a capital gains tax on securities and entitle you to an income tax charitable deduction equal to the fair market value of the securities at the time of the gift.

Bequests: The Foundation has been fortunate throughout the years to receive bequests from members and friends. These donors felt they needed their capital during their lifetime, but found it possible to associate themselves with the Foundation by making it the beneficiary of a portion of their estate.

Charitable Trusts: These trusts provide a stipulated income base on the value of property given. A "lead" trust can provide income to the Foundation for a period of time - for example, 10, 15, or 20 years - at which time it is then passed on to an heir, commonly a grandchild. A "remainder" trust provides income to the donor or designee for a specified period of time, for example, until age 62, at which time it is passed on to the Foundation. When the trust is created, a tax deduction is available. There can also be estate tax benefits.

If any of these ways of giving appeal to you, your Foundation officers suggest that you start your fund while you are living by completing an agreement (trust contract) outlining exactly what you desire and depositing $1,000 or more. Once this is done, all you have to do is designate an amount from your estate to be put in the already established fund. It saves time, legal work, and assures you that your intentions are carried out. To further discuss any method of giving, please contact the Foundation office at the address below:

For Further Information, Please Contact:
Rodrick B. MacLennan
Director
Southeastern New Mexico Archaeological Foundation
http://mysite.verizon.net/anasazi/
anasazi@verizon.net

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