Step Denver

EIN: 742345786 501(c)(3)

Denver, CO

Total Revenue
$3,562,058
Total Expenses
$6,156,833
Total Assets
$7,264,935
Net Assets
$6,295,454
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1983
Legal Domicile
CO
Principal Officer
Mark Soane
Phone
3032957837
Tax Period
2023-07-01 to 2024-06-30

Step Denver, founded in 1983, is a community nonprofit that reported $3.6M in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue grew 16% year-over-year, indicating healthy expansion. Expenses of $6.2M exceeded revenue, resulting in a 73% operating deficit.

Mission

Step Denver is a mens residential recovery community that gives men with nowhere else to turn the opportunity to rebuild their lives through Sobriety, Work, Accountability, and Community. The ultimate goal of the organization is to have its residents transition to safe, sober, independent living situations where they may become productive, contributing members of their communities.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $5,201,557 Revenue: $316,737

The Board and Staff of Step Denver have continued with the implementation of its Strategic Plan focused on the goal of serving more men. Step has begun the process of seeking to expand into Colorado...

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The Board and Staff of Step Denver have continued with the implementation of its Strategic Plan focused on the goal of serving more men. Step has begun the process of seeking to expand into Colorado Springs to replicated its program in a facility in that community.A Step Denver subsidiary, Step Springs was established this year and property was purchased. Construction on the Step Springs residential facility will commence next year.The Step Board and CEO have also begun to explore and prepare for national expansion to help other cities with urgent needs implement Steps model. The Step Board remains committed to its goal to bring the Step methodology to other cities as a solution to the issues of addiction and homelessness. Throughout this period of expansion, Step Denver remains focused on ensuring clients/residents receive a high level of engagement and programming to support their progress and sustained outcomes. Program enhancements continue to be made and long-term outcomes remain strong. 330 individuals were served in Step Denver's program this year.

Program 2
Expenses: $62,884

The Driven to Donate vehicle donation program continues to provide a substantial percentage of the revenue needed to provide Steps clients with safe, sober housing. Donated vehicle sale proceeds...

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The Driven to Donate vehicle donation program continues to provide a substantial percentage of the revenue needed to provide Steps clients with safe, sober housing. Donated vehicle sale proceeds provide steady capital needed on a monthly basis to support facility operational expenses, while monetary donation cycles are more seasonal. Driven to Donate revenue provides coverage of residential facility needs, allowing monetary donations to be deployed in direct service to clients, supporting programmatic expenses.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $3,176,268
Program Service Revenue $316,737
Investment Income $52,939
Other Revenue $16,114
TOTAL REVENUE $3,562,058

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $3,510,842
Salaries & Benefits $1,523,939
Fundraising Expenses $436,415
Program Expenses $5,264,441
Other Expenses $1,122,052
TOTAL EXPENSES $6,156,833

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $3,562,058 $3,082,367 +0.2%
Expenses $6,156,833 $2,628,277 +1.3%
Net Income $-2,594,775 $454,090 -6.7%
Key Indicators
Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
7
Independent Members
7
Employees
33
Volunteers
15

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
6
$363,792
Total Directors
7
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Paul Scudo CEO 40.00
Officer
$142,504 $3,000 $145,504
Meghan Shay Executive Dir. 40.00
Officer
$105,675 $4,305 $109,980
Stephanie Landree Dir of Admin 40.00
Officer
$100,201 $8,107 $108,308
Ryan Sahd Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Mark Soane Chairman 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Matthew Tepoorten Director 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Luke Niforatos Vice Chair 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Ted Ramsey Treasurer 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Aleah Horstman Strategy Chair 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Patrick McNamara Secretary 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2025 No data No data No data No data
2024 $3,562,058 $6,156,833 $7,264,935 $-2,594,775
2023 $3,082,367 $2,628,277 $9,684,440 $454,090
2022 $3,013,767 $2,304,710 $9,014,696 $709,057
2021 $2,975,391 $1,908,488 $7,859,546 $1,066,903
2020 $2,726,751 $1,789,154 $7,439,839 $937,597
2019 $1,890,615 $1,623,502 $6,496,818 $267,113
2019 $1,890,615 $1,623,502 $6,496,818 $267,113
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