El Deseo Foundation
Invitation OnlySanta Fe, New Mexico · EIN 75-3017775 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$36K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$85K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
42% of grants went outside New Mexico.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nature Conservancy of New Mexico | Santa Fe, NM | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Breckenridge Arts District | Breckenridge, CO | General fund | $5,000 |
| The Food Depot | Santa Fe, NM | General fund | $5,000 |
| South Bend Table Tennis | Southbend, IN | General fund | $2,000 |
| Kitchen Angels | Santa Fe, NM | General fund | $2,000 |
| Santa Fe Botanical Garden | Santa Fe, NM | General fund | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Washington, DC | General fund | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $36,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $38,000 | 6 |
| 2021 | $66,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 6, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523109349101007
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-3017775
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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