New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc
New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Brawley, California. Its 2024 filing lists grants to charitable and educational organizations in California, including organizations serving the an individual recipient
New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc gave $45K across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $4K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $45,000
- +18.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- +22.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $4,091
- -3.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $1,426,071
- +5.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. The filing lists “New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc” as the contact for how to apply.
- Contact
Application contact: New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc
Mailing address: 6502 E Us Highway 78, Brawley, CA 92227
Phone: (928) 341-4653
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Imperial Valley Regional Occupation ($5K).
Organizations only. It also paid 10 grants to individuals ($40,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
44 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 44 grants of 44 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All reported grant dollars in 2024 went to recipients in California. The listed 2024 recipients were in Brawley, El Centro, Imperial, or Heber.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−4%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 66% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $38K (2023) to $47K (2021). In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $45K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 10 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $40,000 |
| Imperial Valley Regional Occupation El Centro, CA | Educational | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,426,071 | $132,293 | $49,145 | $45,000 | 11 | $45,000 | $51,362 | $68,660 |
| 2023 | $1,353,253 | $120,170 | $44,103 | $38,000 | 9 | $38,000 | $30,404 | $65,166 |
| 2022 | $1,277,186 | $206,260 | $47,872 | $46,000 | 8 | $46,000 | $1,229 | $61,414 |
| 2021 | $1,118,798 | $135,453 | $48,791 | $47,000 | 8 | $47,000 | $1,095 | $54,717 |
| 2020 | $1,032,136 | $148,357 | $48,804 | $47,000 | 8 | — | $1,010 | $50,046 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $69K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for a rodeo committee, a food bank, an occupational education organization, a museum, a school, and organizations providing charitable services. The Brawley Cattle Call Rodeo Committee describes its mission as improving the lives of Brawley residents through community events and improvements to Cattle Call Park. The an individual recipient describes its mission as fighting hunger and bringing health and hope to the an individual recipient community. Sure Helpline Center says it provides rape-crisis services, sexual-assault intervention and advocacy, counseling, and support groups.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 11 grants totaling $45,000. Grants ranged from $1,500 to $7,500, with a median of $5,000. Notable grants included $7,500 to Brawley Cattle Call Rodeo Committee; $5,000 each to two individual recipients Regional Occupation, Catholic Charities, Sure Helpline Center, an individual recipient Desert Museum Society, and IVC Foundation; and $3,000 to Mana de an individual recipient
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Luis A Plancarte as Secretary/Treas.
New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc's only listed officer is Luis A Plancarte, Secretary & Treasurer on every filing since 2020 (uncompensated).
Officers on the 2024 filing
Luis A Plancarte
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc
How much does New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc give each year?
New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc gave $45K across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $38K across 9 grants.
What is New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $4,091, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc give grants?
New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc gives mostly in California: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there.
Does New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charity" (10 grants).
How large is New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc?
New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc reported $1.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $45K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $69K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for a rodeo committee, a food bank, an occupational education organization, a museum, a school, and organizations providing charitable services. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc's EIN?
New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-4094760. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does New Gold Mesquite Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 16, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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