McLeod Children's Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McLeod Children's Foundation is a private foundation in Carlsbad, New Mexico. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,250 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $4,000. 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$9,250
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,800 the year before.
100% 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 | $0 | 0 | $106,145 |
| 2024 | $4,800 | 1 | $100,880 |
| 2025 | $9,250 | 3 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
McLeod Children's 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 McLeod Children's Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 3 | $9,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pb&j Family Services | Support ongoing programs | $4,000 |
| New Day | Support ongoing programs | $3,000 |
| Mandy's Farm | Support ongoing prgrams | $2,250 |
Officers and trustees
- John Nichols
- Elizabeth Madden
- Max Thrasher
- John Gordon
- Ron Hensley
- Kurt Jaeckel
- Angela Jaeckel
Questions people ask
Does McLeod Children's Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McLeod Children's Foundation give?
$9,250 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs McLeod Children's Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Nichols (President), Elizabeth Madden (Vice President), Max Thrasher (Secretary) and John Gordon (Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does McLeod Children's Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.