Bootheel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bootheel Foundation is a private foundation in Lordsburg, New Mexico. In tax year 2025 it gave $67,990 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $3,443 and the largest $16,300. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$67,990
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$3,443
- Largest grant$16,300
- Assets$823,293
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $46,735 the year before.
46% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,504 | 6 | $715,566 |
| 2024 | $46,735 | 9 | $749,402 |
| 2025 | $67,990 | 13 | $823,293 |
How to apply
Bootheel Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Bootheel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 9 | $43,597 |
| New Mexico | 4 | $24,393 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Willcox Unified School District | Assistance | $16,300 |
| Lordsburg Municipal Schools | Assistance | $12,319 |
| Bisbee Unified School District | Assistance | $8,902 |
| San Simon Unified School District | Assistance | $5,158 |
| Silver Consolidated Schools | Assistance | $5,050 |
| Animas Public Schools | Assistance | $4,194 |
| Tombstone Unified School District | Assistance | $3,443 |
| Cobre Consolidated High School | Assistance | $2,830 |
| Bowie Unified School District | Assistance | $2,500 |
| Double Adobe Elementary | Assistance | $2,422 |
| Cochise Elementary School | Assistance | $2,210 |
| Elfrida School District | Assistance | $1,395 |
| Pearce Elementary School District | Assistance | $1,267 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Martin
- Marie Martin
- Michael Martin
- Pamela Archibald
- Frank Chaires
Questions people ask
Does Bootheel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bootheel Foundation give?
$67,990 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $3,443.
Who runs Bootheel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Martin (Director), Marie Martin (Director), Michael Martin (Director) and Pamela Archibald (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bootheel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.