Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc
Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc is a public charity based in Alamogordo, New Mexico. It supports quality of life in Otero County through grants to nonprofit organizations and initiatives, alongside capacity-building and other community support.
Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc gave $384K across 14 grants in 2024 (avg $27K), mostly in New Mexico. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $384,387
- -74.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 14
- +1300.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $27,456
- -98.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $20,000
- Total assets
- $268,650,741
- +9.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New Mexico (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 2360 Indian Wells Road Suite C, Alamogordo, NM 88310
Phone: (575) 479-7435
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Big Brothers Big Sisters ($99K). Together the top 10 received $346K.
Grant Size Distribution
15 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 13 grants of 15 (87%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation states that its work is focused on Otero County. All 13 grants reported for 2024 went to recipients in New Mexico; the listed recipients include organizations in Alamogordo, Tularosa, and Albuquerque.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $384K (2024) to $1.5M (2023). In 2024 it made 14 grants totaling $384K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Alamogordo, NM | Educational & Youth Dev. | $99,491 |
| Alamogordo Public Schools Alamogordo, NM | Educational & Youth Dev. | $42,261 |
| Maingate Alamogordo, NM | Community Enrichment | $41,559 |
| City of Alamogordo Alamogordo, NM | Community Enrichment | $34,825 |
| The Counseling Center Alamogordo, NM | Educational & Youth Dev. | $28,680 |
| New Mexico State Fair Albuquerque, NM | Community Enrichment | $24,570 |
| Flickinger Center Alamogordo, NM | Community Enrichment | $20,000 |
| Kids Inc Alamogordo, NM | Health & Wellness | $20,000 |
| Jornada Research Institute Tularosa, NM | Community Enrichment | $19,017 |
| The Base Otero Alamogordo, NM | Educational & Youth Dev. | $15,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $268,650,741 | $10,815,364 | $2,455,859 | $384,387 | 14 | $9,688,811 |
| 2023 | $244,704,857 | $246,661,060 | $2,097,939 | $1,500,000 | 1 | $6,477,102 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s 2024 filing states that its mission is to enhance the well-being and quality of life of Otero County residents by building strategic partnerships with local nonprofits, addressing community assets and opportunities, and expanding the capacity of local institutions and nonprofit partners. The filing says grants support charitable, educational, and community development initiatives and are awarded through an application and review process.
The foundation’s website identifies health and wellness, community capacity building, and youth development and education as investment pillars. It also describes technical assistance for nonprofits, including governance and operational guidance, leadership development, and grant-writing assistance.
Among the 2024 grantees, Big Brothers Big Sisters describes its mission as supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central New Mexico, Inc.; The Counseling Center describes providing mental health counseling and support services to individuals, families, and youth; Jornada Research Institute describes studying and protecting the region’s archaeological, historical, and natural resources; and Otero County Hospital Association describes its mission as extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. These are the grantees’ stated missions.
Grantmaking
In 2023, it reported one grant totaling $1.5 million.
Notable 2024 grants included $99,491 to Big Brothers Big Sisters, $42,261 to Alamogordo Public Schools, $41,559 to Maingate, $28,680 to The Counseling Center, and $24,570 to the New Mexico State Fair.
The foundation’s filing says grants are awarded through an application and review process to check compliance with IRS regulations and alignment with its mission. Its website describes TeachOtero grants of up to $1,000 for teachers in Otero County public and private schools. These grants are awarded to schools for an individual teacher’s classroom use and may support equipment, supplies, or student enrichment activities. They cannot be used to send teachers or students to contests, competitions, or conferences, or for professional development that involves only the educator. The website says TeachOtero grants are selected by a committee of educators and foundation board members.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Officers and directors listed on the 2024 filing are Norm Arnold, chairman of the board; Rex Wilson, vice chairman of the board; William Mayton, secretary/treasurer; Andrew Lancaster, Julie Grinder, Kathy Fuller, Lilie Lewis, Polly Hickman, and Robert Martinez, board members; and John D. Wheeler, executive director.
Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc is led by John D. Wheeler, Executive Director on every filing since 2023; all 11 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
John D. Wheeler
Executive Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$124K (2023) → $360K (2024)
Norm Arnold
Chairman of the Board
On filings since 2023
10 hrs/week
$29K (2023) → $50K (2024)
Andrew Lancaster
Board Member
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
$14K (2023) → $24K (2024)
Julie Grinder
Board Member
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
$14K (2023) → $18K (2024)
Kathy Fuller
Board Member
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
$14K (2023) → $8K (2024)
Mary Ann Mayton
Chief of Operations
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$53K (2023) → $117K (2024)
Polly Hickman
Board Member
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
$14K (2023) → $24K (2024)
Rex Wilson
Vice Chairman of the Board
On filings since 2023
4 hrs/week
$21K (2023) → $36K (2024)
Robert Martinez
Board Member
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
$14K (2023) → $24K (2024)
William Mayton
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2023
4 hrs/week
$21K (2023) → $36K (2024)
Lilie Lewis
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
$44K (2024)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $360K, to John D Wheeler (Executive Director). 11 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc
How much does Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc give each year?
Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc gave $384K across 14 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.5M across 1 grant.
What is Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $20,000, and its average grant was $27,456, across 14 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc give grants?
Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc gives mostly in New Mexico: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Alamogordo, NM (10 grants) and Tularosa, NM (2 grants).
Does Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 14 grants with a stated purpose on Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Community Enrichment" (7 grants) and "Educational & Youth Dev." (5 grants).
Who are Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Big Brothers Big Sisters ($99,491), Alamogordo Public Schools ($42,261) and Maingate ($41,559), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 48% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc?
Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc reported $268.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $10.8M.
What does Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s 2024 filing states that its mission is to enhance the well-being and quality of life of Otero County residents by building strategic partnerships with local nonprofits, addressing community assets and opportunities, and expanding the capacity of local institutions and nonprofit partners. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc?
Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc's EIN?
Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-1921211. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 21, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Sacramento Mountains Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 17, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/sacramento-mountains-foundation-inc-morg_ccd3d44c27c6420fbfc40b1706dfb435
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