Three Desert Winds Foundation
Invitation OnlyPhoenix, Arizona · EIN 45-3981894 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
37% of grants went outside Arizona.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society of St Vincent de Paul Dioce | Phoenix, AZ | Unrestricted general support | $60,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | Phoenix, AZ | Unrestricted general support | $40,000 |
| Camp Sunshine at Sebago Lake Inc | Casco, ME | Unrestricted general support | $15,000 |
| Phoenix Rescue Mission | Phoenix, AZ | Unrestricted general support | $10,000 |
| Maine Coast Heritage Trust | Topsham, ME | Unrestricted general support | $2,000 |
| One World Childrens Fund | Los Angeles, CA | Unrestricted general support | $2,000 |
| Arizona Humane Society | Phoenix, AZ | Unrestricted general support | $2,000 |
| Two Pups Wellness Fund | Scottsdale, AZ | Unrestricted general support | $2,000 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($13,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $146,000 | 10 |
| 2024 | $159,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $144,300 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 19, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631399349100523
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-3981894
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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