El Deseo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
El Deseo Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In tax year 2024 it gave $36,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$36,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$84,812
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was down from $38,000 the year before.
43% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $66,000 | 10 | $25,898 |
| 2023 | $38,000 | 6 | $21,794 |
| 2024 | $36,000 | 7 | $84,812 |
How to apply
El Deseo 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 El Deseo Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 4 | $28,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nature Conservancy of New Mexico | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Breckenridge Arts District | General fund | $5,000 |
| The Food Depot | General fund | $5,000 |
| South Bend Table Tennis | General fund | $2,000 |
| Kitchen Angels | General fund | $2,000 |
| Santa Fe Botanical Garden | General fund | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon Redman
- Colleen Redman
- Margaret Evans
Questions people ask
Does El Deseo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does El Deseo Foundation give?
$36,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs El Deseo Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jon Redman (President/Treas), Colleen Redman (V.p./Secretary) and Margaret Evans (Director).
What does El Deseo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.