TLC Foundation From the Heart is a private 501(c)(3) grantmaking foundation based in Artesia, New Mexico. Established in December 2014, the foundation operates as a private grantmaking foundation focused on supporting charitable causes through strategic philanthropic investments.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$4.9M
+19.6% YoY
Grant Count
22
+22.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$224K
-2.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary funding focus areas include:
- Education
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
- Human Services
- Community Health
- Health and Medical initiatives
- Health and Wellness
Grantmaking
The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications and operates on an invite-only basis.
Grant Range
$10,000–$1,600,000
Average Grant
approximately $220,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in New Mexico, Texas, and Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Data (2023):
- Total assets: $7.6 million
- Total giving: $4.1 million
- Total revenues: $6.2 million
- Total expenses: $4.2 million
- Giving rate: 54.3% of assets
- Number of employees: 0
Historical Comparison (2022):
- Total assets: $5.0 million
- Total giving: $4.6 million
- Number of grants: 19
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
118 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Umc Foundation Umc Health Systems ($1,600,000), University of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center ($1,300,000), Baylor College of Medicine ($1,000,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ARTESIA GENERAL HOSPITAL ARTESIA, NM | TO PROVIDE INNOVATIVE HEALTHCARE SERVICES TO THE FAMILIES OF ARTESIA, SOUTHEASTERN NEW MEXICO AND BEYOND. | $137,500 |
| ASSURANCE HOME ROSWELL, NM | ADVOCATE OF ABUSED CHILDREN | $25,000 |
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE HOUSTON, TX | TO FURTHER EDUCATION | $1,000,000 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF CARLSBAD CARLSBAD, NM | AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM | $50,000 |
| CARLSBAD LIFEHOUSE INC CARLSBAD, NM | HELP FOR THOSE WITH MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE CHALLENGES | $25,000 |
| FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH ARTESIA, NM | SPIRITUAL NEEDS AND COUNSELING | $50,000 |
| GRAMMY'S HOUSE DOMESTICE VIOLENCE SHELTER ARTESIA, NM | DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER | $6,000 |
| HAVEN OF HOPE ARTESIA, NM | TO BUILD HOPE FOR THE FUTURE TO SINGLE MOTHERS | $40,000 |
| LITTLE CASTLE LEARNING CENTER ARTESIA, NM | TO PROVIDE EXCEPTIONAL CARE AND LEARNING | $20,000 |
| ROSWELL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT - GODDARD HIGH SCHOOL ROSWELL, NM | PAY TUTORS, IMPROVE THEIR TUTORING CENTER, SUPPLIES AND ADVERTISEMENT MATERIALS AND TO PROVIDE STUDENT INCENTIVES | $50,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Douglas Ray Chandler – President
- Chris Trew – Vice President
- Judy A Pittman – Director
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOUGLAS RAY CHANDLER | PRESIDENT | — | — |
| CHRIS TREW | VICE PRESIDENT | — | — |
| JUDY A PITTMAN | DIRECTOR | — | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tlc Foundation From the Heart fund?
The foundation's primary funding focus areas include: • Education • Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking • Human Services • Community Health • Health and Medical initiatives • Health and Wellness
How do I apply for a grant from Tlc Foundation From the Heart?
**Grant Activity:** • Annual giving: approximately $4.1–$4.9 million • Number of grants: 18–23 grants annually • Grant range: $10,000–$1,600,000 • Median grant size: $50,000 • Average grant size: approximately $220,000 **Application Policy:** The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications and operates on an invite-only basis. **Recent Grants (2023):** • Sacramento Camp and Conference Center: $250,000 (to encourage spiritual enrichment) • God's Light in the Darkness Foundation: $200,000…
Where does Tlc Foundation From the Heart make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in New Mexico, Texas, and Pennsylvania.
What size grants does Tlc Foundation From the Heart award?
In 2024, Tlc Foundation From the Heart awarded 22 grants totaling $4.9M — an average of about $224K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Tlc Foundation From the Heart's EIN?
Tlc Foundation From the Heart's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-5732072. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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