Gila Community Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Gila Community Foundation builds a stronger, more resilient community by fostering sustainable philanthropic growth.
- Income
- $1.1 million
- Spending
- $980,612
- Spent on programs
- 88%
- Reserves
- 8.6 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 78%
- Employees
- 4
- Volunteers
- 13
- Highest pay
- $80,500, executive dir.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 68% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 8.6 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 5% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 11% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 167% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1588% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 7 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 40% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 2513 of 14 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
0 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (4)
- $816,188 spent. The Gila Community Foundation Operations Program provides the organizational leadership, financial stewardship, technology, and administrative infrastructure that make our mission possible. Support for operations ensures we can responsibly manage charitable funds, award grants, strengthen nonprofits, and respond to the evolving needs of Southwest New Mexico.
- $31,684 spent. Emergency Relief & Community Assistance Funds (Trout Fire Relief & Food Insecurity Response)The Gila Community Foundation administered emergency relief funds to support individuals and families affected by wildfire impacts and food insecurity in Southwestern New Mexico. Funds were raised from community donors and distributed to qualified nonprofit partners and service providers to assist residents with essential needs including food, housing support, emergency supplies, and recovery assistance. Relief efforts included support related to the Trout Fire emergency response and community food insecurity assistance during periods of economic hardship. A total of 324 individuals received direct or indirect assistance through funded programs and services. Total program expenses were $31,683.99
- $11,092 spent. Pathways to Progress Nonprofit Capacity Building Program. The Gila Community Foundation provided nonprofit capacity-building services through its Pathways to Progress program, which offers training, technical assistance, and educational workshops to nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and community groups throughout Southwestern New Mexico. Services included workshops on governance, compliance, strategic planning, grant readiness, and financial oversight, as well as individual technical assistance sessions. The program is designed to strengthen organizational effectiveness, improve compliance with federal and state regulations, and increase the ability of rural organizations to secure and manage funding. During the year, 68 individuals representing multiple nonprofit and community entities participated in trainings and support activities. Total program expenses were $11,092.36
- $5,415 spent. Community Outreach, Education, and Philanthropic Development. The Gila Community Foundation conducted outreach and educational activities to promote philanthropy, nonprofit development, and community collaboration throughout Southwestern New Mexico. Activities included public presentations, participation in community meetings, donor education events, and partnership development with local governments, businesses, and nonprofit organizations. Outreach efforts included presentations to civic groups, participation in regional economic and community development meetings, and collaboration with local chambers of commerce and community initiatives. These activities support the Foundations mission by increasing awareness of charitable giving opportunities, strengthening nonprofit partnerships, and expanding resources available to the community. Approximately 150 individuals were reached through outreach and educational activities during the year. Total program expenses were $5,415.20.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since January 2016.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.
Could it be confused with another charity? Worth knowing.
A much larger organization has a similar name: The Community Foundation Inc (Richmond, VA), EIN 23-7009135. If that is the one you meant, check the EIN before giving.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
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