United Mexican States
Estados Unidos Mexicanos (Spanish)
Anthem: 
Himno Nacional Mexicano
(English: Mexican National Anthem)
Capital
and largest city
Mexico City
19°26′N 99°8′W / 19.433°N 99.133°W / 19.433; -99.133
Official languagesSpanish (de facto)
None (de jure)
Co-official languages
Ethnic groups
See below
Religion
(2020)
  • 8.1% no religion
  • 2.4% other religion
  • 0.5% prefer not to say
Demonym(s)Mexican
GovernmentFederal presidential republic
Claudia Sheinbaum
Gerardo Fernández Noroña
Sergio Gutiérrez Luna
Norma Lucía Piña Hernández
LegislatureCongress
Senate
Chamber of Deputies
Independence 
from Spain
16 September 1810
27 September 1821
28 December 1836
4 October 1824
5 February 1857
5 February 1917
Area
 Total
1,972,550 km2 (761,610 sq mi) (13th)
 Water (%)
1.58 (as of 2015)
Population
 2025 estimate
Neutral increase 131,946,900 (10th)
 2020 census
126,014,024
 Density
61/km2 (158.0/sq mi) (142nd)
GDP (PPP)2025 estimate
 Total
Increase $3.408 trillion (12th)
 Per capita
Increase $25,557 (70th)
GDP (nominal)2025 estimate
 Total
Decrease $1.818 trillion (12th)
 Per capita
Decrease $13,630 (63rd)
Gini (2022)Positive decrease 40.2
medium inequality
HDI (2023)Increase 0.781
high (77th)
CurrencyMexican peso (MXN)
Time zoneUTC−8 to −5 (See Time in Mexico)
 Summer (DST)
UTC−7 to −5 (varies)
Date formatdd/mm/yyyy
Calling code+52
ISO 3166 codeMX
Internet TLD.mx
  1. ^ Article 4 of the General Law of Linguistic Rights of the Indigenous Peoples
  2. ^ Spanish is de facto the official language in the Mexican federal government.

A board of directors is required for the functioning of a nonprofit organisation in New Mexico. This elected body governs your organisation in areas ranging from finances to the goal of the charity.

 

Having the appropriate personalities on your board of directors is critical to the success of your firm. This article will assist you in forming your first board or growing an existing board to better serve your charity.

The board of directors of a New Mexico nonprofit serves as the organization’s support system. Its responsibilities include financial management, structural counselling, executive director recruiting, and much more. While the board is often not engaged in day-to-day operations, it is actively involved in ensuring the organization’s overall well-being, effectiveness, and financial health.

In New Mexico, a 501(c)(3) qualifying nonprofit board of directors MUST:

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Before organising your New Mexico nonprofit’s board of directors, it’s critical to understand the function this group will play in your organization’s success. A board’s general tasks include the following:

A nonprofit’s board of directors must also perform certain legal tasks in New Mexico. A New Mexico nonprofit’s three most prevalent legal obligations are duty of care, duty of loyalty, and duty of obedience.

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If you’re still in the process of forming your New Mexico nonprofit, selecting the correct board members is critical to ensure the organization’s efficacy and stability. Here are a few pointers to get you started:

When selecting new board members for your New Mexico charity, look for people who are passionate about your organization’s objective. Here are a few pointers to think about as you begin your search:

Elected officials are board members tasked with controlling the organization’s day-to-day operations and ensuring its long-term viability. The bylaws of the organisation should clearly describe each position’s responsibilities.

In New Mexico, the board of directors is obliged to designate elected officials. Elected officer duties may assist ensure the effectiveness of the board of directors while also providing a framework for leadership.

In New Mexico, organisations must have two elected officers:

Creating and running a charity in New Mexico requires the formation of a board of directors. This group should ideally advocate for your organization’s best interests in areas ranging from finances to public relations. To build or grow a board of directors that best represents the requirements of your charity, look for members who will respect your organization’s vision and purpose.

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