Rocky Mountain Ham Radio New Mexico, Inc. is a qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN# 47-2014845). Contributions support the maintenance, improvement, and expansion of our amateur radio infrastructure throughout New Mexico and the surrounding Rocky Mountain region.
As our 5-GHz microwave IP network, repeaters, and technical educational programs continue to grow, so do the operational and capital requirements needed to sustain reliable service. Financial and in-kind contributions help ensure that our systems remain dependable, resilient, and available to the amateur radio community.
All eligible donations are tax deductible in accordance with IRS regulations. Here are six ways to easily support Rocky Mountain Ham Radio.
Ways to Support Rocky Mountain Ham Radio – NM
1. Make a Financial Contribution Online
You may make a one-time or recurring donation using PayPal or a credit card.
2. Donate by Check
Checks or money orders may be made payable to:
Rocky Mountain Ham Radio New Mexico
c/o Tim Henson W5TNM
PO Box 84
Tres Piedras, NM 87577
3. Donate Equipment
If you have equipment you would like to donate, please complete our Estate Donation Form and provide details about the item(s), including type, condition, and location. We will review your submission and confirm whether the item(s) align with our current operational needs. Upon acceptance and receipt, you will receive a written acknowledgment suitable for tax documentation purposes.
4. Contribute Through United Way of New Mexico
Rocky Mountain Ham Radio New Mexico can also be supported through employer giving programs that utilize United Way of New Mexico. If your employer participates in workplace giving campaigns, you can designate Rocky Mountain Ham Radio New Mexico, Inc as your nonprofit of choice through United Way. Some employers may also provide matching donations. Check with your employer’s human resources department for participation details and designation procedures. If additional information is needed for your employer’s giving portal, please contact us and we will provide the necessary organizational details.
5. Make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA
If you are age 70½ or older, you may be eligible to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to Rocky Mountain Ham Radio New Mexico. A QCD allows you to transfer funds directly from your IRA to a qualified 501(c)(3) organization. For individuals age 73 and older who are subject to Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs), a QCD can satisfy part or all of your annual RMD requirement while potentially excluding the distributed amount from your taxable income.
To initiate a QCD, contact your IRA custodian and request a direct distribution payable to:
Rocky Mountain Ham Radio New Mexico, Inc.
EIN# 47-2014845
Address:
Rocky Mountain Ham Radio New Mexico
c/o Tim Henson W5TNM
PO Box 84
Tres Piedras, NM 87577
We recommend consulting your tax advisor or financial professional to determine whether a QCD is appropriate for your situation. Please contact us if you need our EIN or additional documentation to facilitate your transfer.
6. Corporate and Organizational Support
Businesses and organizations may support Rocky Mountain Ham Radio New Mexico through sponsorships, equipment donations, or financial contributions. Please contact us to discuss partnership opportunities.