Private foundation · EIN 86-3373137 · Roswell, New Mexico · Public & societal benefit

Rolla R Hinkle III Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 17 grants paid, $175K total, median $10K. 100% of grants stayed in New Mexico.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
17
$175K
Median grant
$10K
Stays in NM
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.8M

Grants paid in 2025

17 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Community Foundation of Lincoln CountyRuidoso, NMAdministering scholarship and disaster relief funds and other needs in the community$20K
Food 4 Kids Backpack Program IncRuidoso, NMPurchase food for kids enrolled in the program$20K
Humane Society of Lincoln CountyRuidoso, NMHelp fund the spay and neuter clinic$20K
Roswell Humane Society IncRoswell, NMHelp fund the spay and neuter program$20K
Community Kitchen IncRoswell, NMTo assist in funding the purchase of a portable outdoor griddle to be used in good weather for outdoor cooking and 3 section reach in dual…$14K
Boys & Girls Club of Chaves and Lincoln CountiesRuidoso, NMTo assist with acquiring technology to support general education and stem related programs to allow their youth to succeed.$10K
Harvest MinistriesRoswell, NMPurchase food supplies for those in need$10K
Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico IncRoswell, NMEducational and historical programs$10K
United Way of Chaves CountyRoswell, NMFeeding homeless and providing support for neglected women and children$10K
Roswell Museum & Art Center FoundationRoswell, NMTo help conserve and protect artworks and historical artifacts damaged during the october 2024 flood.$10K
Altrusa International Foundation of Roswell Nm IncRoswell, NMTo assist in funding program for providing new books to children in chaves county$5,000
Chaves County CASARoswell, NMTo assist in funding general operating support.$5,000
Roswell Interarts Organization Miniatures & Curious Collections MusuemRoswell, NMNew building project and exhibit spaces$5,000
Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts IncAlto, NMPerforming arts for childrens series$5,000
Tobosa Developmental ServicesRoswell, NMTo assist in improving the outdoor enviroment for the children at their childcare facility to include a stable playing structure.$5,000
Christ's Church Roswell Gifts of LoveRoswell, NMChristmas gifts to children in foster care and low income families$3,000
FIRST Baptist Church- Jireh MinistryRoswell, NMTo assist in purchasing washing machine and dryer and various supplies for the organizations purpose.$3,000

About this foundation

Rolla R Hinkle III Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Roswell, New Mexico, tax-exempt since 2021. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Rolla R Hinkle III Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Rolla R Hinkle III Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $175K across 17 grants, a median of $10K.

Where does Rolla R Hinkle III Foundation give?

New Mexico (17 grants), per its latest filing.

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