The Estelle H Yates Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Estelle H Yates Foundation is a private foundation in Artesia, New Mexico. In tax year 2025 it gave $667,541 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $216,000. 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$667,541
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$216,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.7 million the year before.
55% 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 | $2.8 million | 18 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.7 million | 12 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $667,541 | 12 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Estelle H Yates 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 The Estelle H Yates Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 10 | $656,341 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,700 |
| Colorado | 1 | $4,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Artesia Public Schools | Teacher Training & Curriculum Enhancement | $216,000 |
| Artesia Arts Council | Operating | $102,368 |
| Little Castle Learning & Development Center | Operating | $100,000 |
| Pregnancy Help Center | Operating | $68,200 |
| National Dance Institute | SENM Program | $65,914 |
| New Mexico School for the Arts | Artesia Outreach Program | $50,000 |
| New Mexico School for the Deaf | Infant Hearing Diagnostic Project | $30,000 |
| Assurance Home Inc | Art therapy and residence program | $12,859 |
| Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin | Books for Hagerman Students' summer program | $6,700 |
| Artesia Arts Council | Missoula Children's Theater | $6,000 |
| Roswell Symphony Orchestra Inc | In memory of Roxanne Yates | $5,000 |
| Creede Reperatory Theatre Inc | Alternative Learning through art | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Peyton Yates
- Richard M Yates
- Peyton Yates Davis
Questions people ask
Does The Estelle H Yates Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Estelle H Yates Foundation give?
$667,541 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Estelle H Yates Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peyton Yates (Trustee), Richard M Yates (Trustee) and Peyton Yates Davis (Trustee).
What does The Estelle H Yates Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.