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CHARITY REVIEW
Issued: September 2022 Expires: March 2025

Assistance League of Denver

Accredited Charity
Accredited Charity

Meets Standards
Accreditation seal
(303) 856-7047
6265 E Evans Ave Ste 15
Denver, CO, 80222-5822
https://www.assistanceleague.org/denver/
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Standards For Charity Accountability

Governance

  1. Board Oversight
  2. Board Size
  3. Board Meetings
  4. Board Compensation
  5. Conflict of Interest

Measuring Effectiveness

  1. Effectiveness Policy
  2. Effectiveness Report

Finances

  1. Program Expenses
  2. Fundraising Expenses
  3. Accumulating Funds
  4. Audit Report
  5. Detailed Expense Breakdown
  6. Accurate Expense Reporting
  7. Budget Plan

Fundraising & Info

  1. Truthful Materials
  2. Annual Report
  3. Website Disclosures
  4. Donor Privacy
  5. Cause Marketing Disclosures
  6. Complaints

Assistance League of Denver meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.

Stated Purpose:
"As we strive to make life better for the vulnerable in our community, we are focused on enriching lives, inspiring hope, and enhancing learning."

Year, State Incorporated:
1955, CO

Assistance League® of Denver, founded in 1958, is a 501 (c)(3) Colorado nonprofit dedicated to identifying, implementing, ad funding philanthropic programs to serve the needs of the Denver metro area. The organization, with no paid staff, is a chartered chapter of National Assistance League®. The nonprofit served 11,040 adults and children in fiscal year 2021-2022 in the following programs:

Assistance League Schools Program expanded to include six schools and serve 2,543 students. This program meets the Assistance League of Denver's goals of having a substantial impact on those served by providing Operation School Bell®, arts programs, family enrichment, literacy programs, and teacher appreciation.

Operation School Bell provided new school clothes to 2,561 students, 2,500 health kits, and 5,000 books for qualified Title I Denver Public School and Aurora Public School elementary students. Schools report that this program increases both attendance and self-esteem for its recipients.

Hospital Equipment Lending Program (HELP) served the community by loaning out medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, bath benches, etc.) free of charge to 2,709 people in need. 4,077 pieces of equipment were loaned. Individuals were referred to HELP by physical therapists, hospital staff, and visiting nurses.

Scholarships were awarded to 49 students in need of financial aid at Community College of Denver, Community College of Aurora, and Pickens Technical College. Each college's financial aid office screens applicants and refers those who meet specific requirements. The funding includes tuition, student fees, and a book allowance.

Arts for Kids funded art programs at three Title I Denver Public elementary schools and three Aurora Public elementary and K-8 schools, introducing 2,543 students to programs such as classical music, opera, theater, dance, and storytelling.

Assault Survivor Kits® (ASK) offered new clothing and toiletry bags to 864 victims of rape/sexual assault brought to Colorado hospitals that have implemented the SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) Program. By supplying packages of clothing and toiletries for victims, a sense of caring and dignity is restored.

ALDO Bears were distributed to paramedics and University of Colorado Hospital, Department of Pediatrics Radiation Oncology, where they were given to 900 traumatized children in need of comfort.

Hospitality House prepared hot meals and sack lunches for 2,895 seniors in the Denver metro area at the Senior Support Center, The Gathering Place, Urban Peak, Marian Plaza, and Cathedral Plaza. A new project called "Blessings in a Backpack" provided non-perishable food items for weekend student meals for two Aurora Public Schools.

For the year ended May 31, 2021, Assistance League of Denver's program expenses were:

Operation School Bell $228,475
Assistance League Schools $117,989
H.E.L.P $77,399
Scholarships $48,860
Assault Survivor Kits $25,266
Other programs $20,924
Arts for Kids $14,044
Hospitality House $2,646
Total Program Expenses $535,603

Chair of the Board
Ms. Joan Stringfield, Community Volunteer

Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation

Board Size
14

Paid Staff Size
1

Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Invitations to fund raising events, Print advertisements (newspapers, magazines, etc.), Grant proposals, Internet, Membership appeals, Appeals via Social Media (Facebook, etc.), Solicitations for Used Clothing

% of Related Contributions on Fundraising: 29.69%

This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.

The following information is based on Assistance League of Denver's audited financial statements for the year ended May 31, 2021.

Source of Funds
Contribution of thrift shop merchandise [Value of merchandise sold: $506,959} $506,606
Contributions and grants $251,524
Investment return $144,898
Rent and common area maintenance, less direct expenses of $87,319 $73,498
Membership $19,436
Special events and activities $6,658
Total Income $1,002,620

Programs: 67% Fundraising: 29% Administrative: 2%

Total Income $1,002,620
Total expenses: $797,918
  Program expenses $535,603
  Fundraising expenses $232,827
  Administrative expenses $18,368
  Other expenses $11,120
Income in Excess of Expenses $204,702
Beginning Net Assets $4,993,920
Other Changes In Net Assets $0
Ending Net Assets $5,198,622
Total Liabilities $508,955
Total Assets $5,707,577

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