JOY AS RESISTANCE

EIN: 845152470 501(c)(3) Mental Health

Denver, CO

Total Revenue
$687,540
Total Expenses
$661,060
Total Assets
$306,223
Net Assets
$304,756
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2020
Legal Domicile
CO
Tax Period
2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31

JOY AS RESISTANCE, founded in 2020, is a small nonprofit in the Mental Health sector that reported $688K in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue grew 12% year-over-year, indicating healthy expansion. Expenses of $661K left a modest 4% surplus.

Mission

CREATE SPACE FOR QUEER YOUTH TO HOPE FOR THE FUTURE AND FIND JOY IN THE PRESENT BY PROVIDING MENTAL HEALTH, HEALING, AND WELLNESS SUPPORT.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $91,449 Revenue: $3,630

CLINICAL SERVICES: THE GOAL OF OUR CLINICAL SERVICES IS TO PROVIDE QUEER YOUTH WITH AN ANTI-OPPRESSIVE, COLLABORATIVE, AND AFFIRMING THERAPEUTIC ENVIRONMENT THAT INCREASES RADICAL JOY IN LGBTQIA2+...

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CLINICAL SERVICES: THE GOAL OF OUR CLINICAL SERVICES IS TO PROVIDE QUEER YOUTH WITH AN ANTI-OPPRESSIVE, COLLABORATIVE, AND AFFIRMING THERAPEUTIC ENVIRONMENT THAT INCREASES RADICAL JOY IN LGBTQIA2+ COMMUNITIES AND BEYOND. WE OFFER ONE-ON-ONE THERAPY, GROUP COUNSELING SERVICES, AND FAMILY CONSULTATION FOR SUPPORTIVE ALLIES, FRIENDS, AND FAMILY MEMBERS OF QUEER YOUTH AGES 10-24. WE ACCEPT MANY TYPES OF INSURANCE AND CHARGE FOR SESSIONS ON A SLIDING SCALE BASIS DEPENDENT ON WHAT EACH CLIENT/FAMILY CAN AFFORD. WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER A RANGE OF SERVICES DELIVRY OPTIONS, ENSURING ACCESSIBILITY FOR ALL IN NEED OF OUR SERVICES. WE OFFER TELEHEALTH AND VIRTUAL OPTIONS AND CAN MEET CLIENTS IN THEIR HOMES, SCHOOLS, AND COMMUNITIES. WE ALSO OFFER INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS IN OUR MOBILE MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC, JOYRIDE, A TRAVELING COUNSELING SPACE THAT MEETS CLIENTS IN THEIR COMMUNITIES WHEREVER NECESSARY.

Program 2
Expenses: $44,745 Revenue: $11,000

JOYFUL SPACE: WE OFFER CONSULTATION AND HANDS-ON PARTNERSHIP SUPPORT TO EDUCATORS, SCHOOLS, AND YOUTH-SERVING ORGANIZATIONS TO CREATE JOYFUL ADN INCLUSIVE SPACES FOR QUEER YOUTH. THESE SERVICES...

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JOYFUL SPACE: WE OFFER CONSULTATION AND HANDS-ON PARTNERSHIP SUPPORT TO EDUCATORS, SCHOOLS, AND YOUTH-SERVING ORGANIZATIONS TO CREATE JOYFUL ADN INCLUSIVE SPACES FOR QUEER YOUTH. THESE SERVICES INCLUDE GSA (GENDER-SEXUALITY ALLIANCE) CLUB START-UP AND ONGOING SUPPORT, ASSESSMENT AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPROVEMENT, AND INTERSECTIONAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING ON INCLUSIVE POLICIES AND PRACTICES WITHIN THE TOPICS OF GENDER AND SEXUALITY.

Program 3
Expenses: $42,284

BIG QUEER, LITTLE QUEER: QUEER YOUTH COME TOGETHER AND CONNECT WITH QUEER ADULTS TO CREATE PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS, WHICH INCREASES THEIR ACCESS TO SOCIAL CAPITAL. IN TURN, QUEER...

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BIG QUEER, LITTLE QUEER: QUEER YOUTH COME TOGETHER AND CONNECT WITH QUEER ADULTS TO CREATE PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS, WHICH INCREASES THEIR ACCESS TO SOCIAL CAPITAL. IN TURN, QUEER YOUTH CONTINUE TO EXPAND THEIR CAPACITY FOR SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING AND CONTRIBUTE TO JOYOUS COMMUNITIES. OUR MENTORSHIP PROGRAM WAS REQUESTED AND INSPIRED BY THE YOUTH WE SERVE. WE USE A PERSONALIZED MATCHING PROCESS TO PAIR LGBTQIA2+ YOUNG PEOPLE WITH ADULTS WITH SIMILAR INTERESTS AND IDENTITIES.

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

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Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $652,599
Program Service Revenue $29,711
Investment Income $189
Other Revenue $5,041
TOTAL REVENUE $687,540

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $571,842
Fundraising Expenses $25,103
Program Expenses $182,216
Other Expenses $89,218
TOTAL EXPENSES $661,060

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $687,540 $611,723 +0.1%
Expenses $661,060 $434,063 +0.5%
Net Income $26,480 $177,660 -0.9%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
6
Independent Members
6
Employees
13
Volunteers
52

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
4
$0
Total Directors
6
$0
Key Employees
1
$75,738
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
BREANN DOVEZ EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 45.00
Key Emp
$75,738 $0 $75,738
TANIA CHAIREZ BOARD MEMBER 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
SHALEEN MORALES SECRETARY 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
OLIVER LEWIS TREASURER 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
EUNICE KWON PRESIDENT 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
JAELYN COATES VICE PRESIDENT 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
SYAH TAYLOR VICE PRESIDENT 1.00
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
2024 No data No data No data No data
2023 $687,540 $661,060 $306,223 $26,480
2022 $611,723 $434,063 $281,377 $177,660
2021 $283,523 $192,528 $103,613 $90,995
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