God's Light in the Darkness Foundation
Historical FunderCarlbad, New Mexico · EIN 83-1057698 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$4.5M
Organizations funded43
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$64.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $11,200 and $115,785.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | NANSI IKARD |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 1479, CARLSBAD NM 88221 |
| Phone | 5753027959 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION FORM WILL BE PROVIDED TO APPLICANT UPON REQUEST |
| Deadlines | NO SUBMISSION DEADLINES |
| Restrictions | ALL GRANTS SHALL BE AWARDED ON AN OBJECTIVE AND NONDISTRIMINATORY BASIS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOUNDATIONS BYLAWS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
51% of grants went outside New Mexico.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noahs Ark Animal Rescue | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $1,240,000 |
| Carlsbad Prep Academy | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $500,000 |
| First Methodist Church | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $500,000 |
| God's Treasured Pets | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $400,000 |
| Rescue Pets Movement | Houston, TX | Animal rescue support | $310,000 |
| Three Little Pitties Animal Rescue | Friendswood, TX | General fund | $175,089 |
| All Aboard Animal Rescue | Fort Collins, CO | General support | $145,000 |
| Community Support | Carlsbad, NM | Community support for those in need | $137,446 |
| Faith Hope and Love Foundation | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $127,500 |
| Discount Housing | Carlsbad, NM | Housing for those in need | $121,000 |
| 2Blondes All Breed Rescue | Louviers, CO | General support | $115,785 |
| Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ | Fontana, CA | General support | $75,000 |
| Back Pacs | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $50,000 |
| Guadalupe Christian Camp | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $50,000 |
| Oasis Church | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $50,000 |
| River Crossing Ministries | Ruidoso, NM | General support | $50,000 |
| Sacramento Camp & Conference Center | Sacramento, NM | General support | $50,000 |
| Financial Assistance | Carlsbad, NM | Provide financial assistance | $49,181 |
| Lola's Rescue | Littleton, CO | General support | $45,000 |
| 4 Paws 4 Life Animal Rescue | Sedalia, CO | General support | $30,500 |
| Special Pals | Houston, TX | General support | $29,200 |
| Douglas County Canine | Castle Rock, CO | General fund | $25,000 |
| Assistance League of Carlsbad | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of America | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $20,000 |
| C-Paws | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $20,000 |
| Cops | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $20,000 |
| Desert Willow Wildlife Rehab | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $20,000 |
| Jonah's House Food Pantry | Carlsbad, NM | General support | $20,000 |
| Denkai | Durango, CO | General support | $15,000 |
| Animal Assistance Program Exp | Carlsbad, NM | Prevent cruelty to animals | $14,892 |
| Elderly Care Good Life | Carlsbad, NM | Support for elderly in need | $14,700 |
| Farfel's | Evergreen, CO | General support | $13,000 |
| Animal Friends Alliance | Fort Collins, CO | General fund | $11,200 |
| One Child Global | Colorado Springs, CO | General support | $10,725 |
| Animal Rescue of the Rockies | Aurora, CO | General support | $10,000 |
| Overland Missions | Cocoa, FL | General support | $10,000 |
| Friends of Teller County Animal Sht | Divide, CO | General fund | $7,000 |
| Eagle County | Eagle, CO | General support | $5,500 |
| Evergreen Animal Protective | Evergreen, CO | General support | $5,000 |
| New Hope Cattle Dogs | Aurora, CO | General support | $5,000 |
| Mile High Labrador Retriever Missio | Broomfield, CO | General support | $2,500 |
| Mile High Canine | Mead, CO | General support | $500 |
| Paws Colorado | Denver, CO | General support | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,521,218 | 43 |
| 2023 | $2,960,385 | 45 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533189349104028
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-1057698
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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