The Cardinal Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 26-3867156
Foundation Overview
Based in Albuquerque, NM, The Cardinal Foundation has awarded 144 grants totaling $128,530 to organizations in New Mexico, New York and 16 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $35 to $10,000, with a median award of $500.
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New Applicant Friendliness
1 of 11 recipients (9%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains tight relationships with established partners. New applicants rarely succeed without insider connections.
Geographic Focus
59% of grants are awarded in New Mexico, with additional funding distributed across 17 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within New Mexico, funding concentrates in Albuquerque (99%), Rehoboth (1%).
Funding Trajectory
Declining funding trend with 25% decrease over 8 years may indicate reduced grant opportunities or shifting foundation priorities. This trajectory suggests more competitive application environment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (37%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Cardinal Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque Museum Foundation | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Further Cultural/education Programs | 2024 |
| Arca | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Open Doors For People With Developmental Disabilities | 2024 |
| Creighton University | $7,500 | Omaha, NE, US | Ellyn Thompson Memorial Scholarship Fund | 2024 |
| Joy Junction | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Strengthen Families And Empower Individuals To Re-enter The Workforce, Breaking The Cycle Of Homelessness | 2024 |
| Paws For Purple Hearts | $500 | Penngrove, CA, US | To Support Veterans. | 2024 |
| Rio Grande Foundation | $1,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Increasing Liberty & Prosperity | 2024 |
| Special Olympics New Mexico | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Sports Training And Competition For People With Mental Challenges | 2024 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Foundation | $750 | Staten Island, NY, US | To Honor The Sacrifice Of Firefighter Stephen Siller | 2024 |
| University Of Wyoming Foundation | $300 | Laramie, WY, US | To Support Foundation's Shane C Siegfried Memorial Scholarship Fund | 2024 |
| Unm Lobo Club | $2,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Athletic Scholarships For Students | 2024 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $1,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | To Honor And Empower Wounded Warriors | 2024 |
| Albuquerque Museum Foundation | $1,500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Further Cultural/education Programs | 2023 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Foundation | $750 | Staten Island, NY, US | To Honor The Sacrifice Of Firefighter Stephen Siller | 2023 |
| University Of Wyoming Foundation | $500 | Laramie, WY, US | To Support Foundation's Shane C Siegfried Memorial Scholarship Fund | 2023 |
| Unm Lobo Club | $2,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Athletic Scholarships For Students | 2023 |
| Albuquerque Museum Foundation | $750 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Further Cultural/education Programs | 2022 |
| Animal Humane New Mexico | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Shelter For Homeless Cats And Dogs. | 2022 |
| Arca | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Open Doors For People With Developmental Disabilities | 2022 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters-central Nm | $1,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Support Children And Communities | 2022 |
| Crossroads For Women | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Comprehensive, Integrated Services To Empower Women | 2022 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | $500 | Bloomington, IL, US | Support Students Within University | 2022 |
| Joy Junction | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Strengthen Families And Empower Individuals To Re-enter The Workforce, Breaking The Cycle Of Homelessness | 2022 |
| Make A Wish Nm | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Making Ill Children's Wishes True | 2022 |
| Rio Grande Foundation | $1,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Increasing Liberty & Prosperity | 2022 |
| Roadrunner Food Bank Inc | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Feed Every Hungry Person Today | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities New Mexico | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Housing For Families Of Kids In Hosp | 2022 |
| Special Olympics New Mexico | $1,500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Sports Training And Competition For People With Mental Challenges | 2022 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital Inc | $750 | Memphis, TN, US | To Advance Cures, And Means Of Prevention, For Pediatric Catastrophic Diseases Through Research And Treatment | 2022 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Foundation | $750 | Staten Island, NY, US | To Honor The Sacrifice Of Firefighter Stephen Siller | 2022 |
| The Navigators | $1,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | To Help Spread The Word Of God | 2022 |
| University Of Wyoming Foundation | $300 | Laramie, WY, US | To Support Foundation's Shane C Siegfried Memorial Scholarship Fund | 2022 |
| Unm Lobo Club | $2,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Athletic Scholarships For Students | 2022 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $1,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | To Honor And Empower Wounded Warriors | 2022 |
| Paws For Purple Hearts | $500 | Penngrove, CA, US | To Support Veterans. | 2022 |
| Albuquerque Museum Foundation | $750 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Further Cultural/education Programs | 2022 |
| Animal Humane New Mexico | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Shelter For Homeless Cats And Dogs. | 2022 |
| Arca | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Open Doors For People With Developmental Disabilities | 2022 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters-central Nm | $1,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Support Children And Communities | 2022 |
| Crossroads For Women | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Comprehensive, Integrated Services To Empower Women | 2022 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | $500 | Bloomington, IL, US | Support Students Within University | 2022 |
| Joy Junction | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Strengthen Families And Empower Individuals To Re-enter The Workforce, Breaking The Cycle Of Homelessness | 2022 |
| Make A Wish Nm | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Making Ill Children's Wishes True | 2022 |
| Rio Grande Foundation | $1,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Increasing Liberty & Prosperity | 2022 |
| Roadrunner Food Bank Inc | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Feed Every Hungry Person Today | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities New Mexico | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Housing For Families Of Kids In Hosp | 2022 |
| Special Olympics New Mexico | $1,500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Sports Training And Competition For People With Mental Challenges | 2022 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital Inc | $750 | Memphis, TN, US | To Advance Cures, And Means Of Prevention, For Pediatric Catastrophic Diseases Through Research And Treatment | 2022 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Foundation | $750 | Staten Island, NY, US | To Honor The Sacrifice Of Firefighter Stephen Siller | 2022 |
| The Navigators | $1,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | To Help Spread The Word Of God | 2022 |
| University Of Wyoming Foundation | $300 | Laramie, WY, US | To Support Foundation's Shane C Siegfried Memorial Scholarship Fund | 2022 |
| Unm Lobo Club | $2,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Athletic Scholarships For Students | 2022 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $1,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | To Honor And Empower Wounded Warriors | 2022 |
| Paws For Purple Hearts | $500 | Penngrove, CA, US | To Support Veterans. | 2022 |
| Albuquerque Museum Foundation | $750 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Further Cultural/education Programs | 2022 |
| Animal Humane New Mexico | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Shelter For Homeless Cats And Dogs. | 2022 |
| Arca | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Open Doors For People With Developmental Disabilities | 2022 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters-central Nm | $1,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Support Children And Communities | 2022 |
| Crossroads For Women | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Comprehensive, Integrated Services To Empower Women | 2022 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | $500 | Bloomington, IL, US | Support Students Within University | 2022 |
| Joy Junction | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Strengthen Families And Empower Individuals To Re-enter The Workforce, Breaking The Cycle Of Homelessness | 2022 |
| Make A Wish Nm | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Making Ill Children's Wishes True | 2022 |
| Rio Grande Foundation | $1,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Increasing Liberty & Prosperity | 2022 |
| Roadrunner Food Bank Inc | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Feed Every Hungry Person Today | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charities New Mexico | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Housing For Families Of Kids In Hosp | 2022 |
| Special Olympics New Mexico | $1,500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Sports Training And Competition For People With Mental Challenges | 2022 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital Inc | $750 | Memphis, TN, US | To Advance Cures, And Means Of Prevention, For Pediatric Catastrophic Diseases Through Research And Treatment | 2022 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Foundation | $750 | Staten Island, NY, US | To Honor The Sacrifice Of Firefighter Stephen Siller | 2022 |
| The Navigators | $1,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | To Help Spread The Word Of God | 2022 |
| University Of Wyoming Foundation | $300 | Laramie, WY, US | To Support Foundation's Shane C Siegfried Memorial Scholarship Fund | 2022 |
| Unm Lobo Club | $2,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Athletic Scholarships For Students | 2022 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $1,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | To Honor And Empower Wounded Warriors | 2022 |
| Paws For Purple Hearts | $500 | Penngrove, CA, US | To Support Veterans. | 2022 |
| Crossroads For Women | $250 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Comprehensive, Integrated Services To Empower Women | 2021 |
| Animal Humane Association Of New Mexico | $250 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Shelter For Homeless Cats And Dogs. | 2021 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Foundation | $500 | Staten Island, NY, US | To Honor The Sacrifice Of Firefighter Stephen Siller | 2021 |
| Joy Junction | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Strengthen Families And Empower Individuals To Re-enter The Workforce, Breaking The Cycle Of Homelessness | 2021 |
| Roadrunner Food Bank Inc | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Feed Every Hungry Person Today | 2021 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital Inc | $500 | Memphis, TN, US | To Advance Cures, And Means Of Prevention, For Pediatric Catastrophic Diseases Through Research And Treatment | 2021 |
| Make A Wish Nm | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Making Ill Children's Wishes True | 2021 |
| Children's Grief Center Of New Mexico | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Support Children & Families Who Have Experienced A Loss Through Death | 2021 |
| Care Net Pregnancy Center | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Support To Pregnant Women | 2021 |
| Arca | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Open Doors For People With Developmental Disabilities | 2021 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | $750 | Bloomington, IL, US | Support Students Within University | 2021 |
| The Navigators | $1,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | To Help Spread The Word Of God | 2021 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $1,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | To Honor And Empower Wounded Warriors | 2021 |
| Rio Grande Foundation | $1,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Increasing Liberty & Prosperity | 2021 |
| Special Olympics Nm | $1,500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Sports Training And Competition For People With Mental Challenges | 2021 |
| University Of Wyoming Foundation | $1,500 | Laramie, WY, US | To Raise, Manage, And Invest Private Support For The Benefit Of The University Of Wyoming | 2021 |
| Unm Lobo Club | $2,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Athletic Scholarships For Students | 2021 |
| Albuquerque Museum Foundation | $5,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Further Cultural/education Programs | 2021 |
| Albuquerque Museum Foundation | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Further Cultural/education Programs | 2020 |
| Arca | $250 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Open Doors For People With Developmental Disabilities | 2020 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | $600 | Bloomington, IL, US | Support Students Within University | 2020 |
| Rio Grande Foundation | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Increasing Liberty & Prosperity | 2020 |
| Special Olympics Nm | $1,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Sports Training And Competition For People With Mental Challenges | 2020 |
| The Navigators | $1,000 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | To Help Spread The Word Of God | 2020 |
| Unm Lobo Club | $2,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Athletic Scholarships For Students | 2020 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $250 | Jacksonville, FL, US | To Honor And Empower Wounded Warriors | 2020 |
| Marine Corp Toys For Tots | $1,000 | Triangle, VA, US | To Provide Christmas Toys For Less Fortunate Children | 2020 |
| Animal Humane Association Of New Mexico | $100 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Shelter For Homeless Cats And Dogs. | 2020 |
| Albuquerque Museum Foundation | $800 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Further Cultural/education Programs | 2017 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters-central Nm | $350 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Support Children And Communities | 2017 |
| Boy Scouts Troop 409 | $800 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Prepare Young To Make Good Choices | 2017 |
| Care Net Pregnancy Center | $500 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Support Pregnant Women | 2017 |
| Cln Kids | $250 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Early Child Dev Services For Homeles | 2017 |
| Friends Of Major Barker Memorial | $100 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Support Jrotc Programs In Alb Nm | 2017 |
| Hope Evangelical Free Church | $10,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Share The Gospel With The World | 2017 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | $500 | Bloomington, IL, US | Support Students Within University | 2017 |
| In Faith Ministries | $300 | Lima, OH, US | To Help Spread The Word Of God | 2017 |
| Kazq Kts | $100 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Alb Christian Television Station | 2017 |
| Make A Wish Nm | $100 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Making Ill Children's Wishes True | 2017 |
| Next Step Ministries Inc | $300 | Madison, WI, US | To Help Spread The Word Of God | 2017 |
| Nm Chapter Of Als | $50 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Supports People Living W/als | 2017 |
| Rehoboth Christian School | $200 | Rehoboth, NM, US | Private, Parent-controlled Christian | 2017 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $250 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Housing For Families Of Kids In Hosp | 2017 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $1,000 | Boone, NC, US | To Assist People In Need | 2017 |
| Smith College | $1,000 | Northampton, MA, US | Women's Liberals Arts College | 2017 |
| Unm Lobo Club | $2,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Athletic Scholarships For Students | 2017 |
| World Challenge Inc | $1,000 | Lindale, TX, US | To Proclaim The Gospel To The World | 2017 |
| American Center For Law Justice | $300 | Washington, DC, US | Ensure Freedom And Liberty Globally | 2016 |
| Lobo Scholarship Fund | $2,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Education | 2016 |
| Trinity Broadcasting Network | $1,750 | Santa Ana, CA, US | Deliver Christian Message Globally | 2016 |
| Albuquerque Museum Foundation | $800 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Further Cultural/education Programs | 2016 |
| Biblica Inc | $60 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | Promote Religion/god | 2016 |
| Care Net Pregnancy Center | $300 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Provide Support Pregnant Women | 2016 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters-central Nm | $250 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Support Children And Communities | 2016 |
| Childrens Grief Center Of Nm | $600 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Assist Grieving Children | 2016 |
| Turning Point For God | $310 | San Diego, CA, US | Promote Religion | 2016 |
| World Challenge Inc | $1,000 | Lindale, TX, US | To Proclaim The Gospel To The World | 2016 |
| The Navigators | $1,500 | Colorado Springs, CO, US | To Help Spread The Word Of God | 2016 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $1,000 | Boone, NC, US | To Assist People In Need | 2016 |
| American Bible Society | $50 | Philadelphia, PA, US | Making Bible Available To All | 2016 |
| American Heart Association | $35 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Promote Building Healthier Lives | 2016 |
| American Cancer Society | $35 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Promote Cancer Research | 2016 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship | $100 | Warrenton, MO, US | Evangelize Children Worldwide | 2016 |
| Next Step Ministries Inc | $1,000 | Madison, WI, US | To Help Spread The Word Of God | 2016 |
| Hope Evangelical Free Church | $7,000 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Share The Gospel With The World | 2016 |
| Joyce Meyer Ministries | $200 | Fenton, MO, US | To Spread The Word Of God | 2016 |
| Abq Rescue Mission | $100 | Albuquerque, NM, US | To Serve The Homeless & Struggling | 2016 |
| Christian Broadcasting Network | $240 | Virginia Beach, VA, US | To Prepare Nations For Jesus Christ | 2016 |
| Rio Grande Foundation | $300 | Albuquerque, NM, US | Increasing Liberty And Prosperity | 2016 |
| Miner Alumni Association | $500 | Rolla, MO, US | Educating Tomorrow's Leaders | 2016 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | $500 | Bloomington, IL, US | Support Students Within University | 2016 |
| In Faith Ministries | $100 | Lima, OH, US | To Help Spread The Word Of God | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 26-3867156 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 6524 LOWELL NE Albuquerque, NM 87111-0000 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Cardinal Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President/director | Ann E Travelstead |
|---|---|
| Vice President/director | Christopher C Travelstead |
| Vice President/director | Benjamin G J Travelstead |
| Secretary/treasurer | Charles W Travelstead |
Forms 990-PF
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- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
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