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Joyforward is a private corporation based in LONGMONT, CO. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2022. The principal officer is Mark Ward. It holds total assets of $315. Annual income is reported at $288K. Total assets have decreased from $5K in 2021 to $315 in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2021 to 2024. According to available records, Joyforward has made 31 grants totaling $315K, with a median grant of $2K. Annual giving has grown from $123K in 2022 to $192K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $110K, with an average award of $10K. The foundation has supported 29 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Colorado and Wyoming and Oklahoma. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Joyforward primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 31 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CO, WY, OK.
Joyforward has distributed a total of $315K across 31 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $10K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $110K.
Joyforward typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Joyforward is headquartered in LONGMONT, CO. While based in CO, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Megan J Ward | CO-PRESIDENT/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Melissa J Lyon | CO-PRESIDENT/SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Matthew R Ward | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mark Ward | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$315
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$315
Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
31
Total Giving
$315K
Average Grant
$10K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
29
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family High SchoolFAITH-BASED EDUCATION, YOUTH | Broomfield, CO | $110K | 2023 |
| CshsraYOUTH, ATHLETICS | Burns, CO | $47K | 2023 |
| Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome AssociationSPECIAL NEEDS | Denver, CO | $8K | 2023 |
| HopekidsYOUTH, FAMILY, MEDICAL CONDITIONS | Denver, CO | $6K | 2023 |
| University Of Wyoming Rodeo TeamSUPPORT STUDENT-ATHLETES | Laramie, WY | $5K | 2023 |
| Carbon Valley Half MarathonPROMOTE WELLNESS, OPPORTUNITIES | Firestone, CO | $4K | 2023 |
| Ropin' RascalsSPECIAL NEEDS, YOUTH | Keenesburg, CO | $3K | 2023 |
| Big WavesYOUTH, WELLNESS, ATHLETICS | Broomfield, CO | $2K | 2023 |
| St John The Baptist SchoolFAITH-BASED EDUCATION, YOUTH | Longmont, CO | $2K | 2023 |
| Niwot Youth SportsYOUTH, ATHLETICS | Niwot, CO | $1K | 2023 |
| Noco Baseball ClubYOUTH, ATHLETICS | Wellington, CO | $1K | 2023 |
| The Learning CenterSPECIAL NEEDS | Longmont, CO | $1K | 2023 |
| Little Man Big HeartYOUTH, MEDICAL CONDITION | Longmont, CO | $550 | 2023 |
| Aces BaseballYOUTH, ATHLETICS | Pueblo, CO | $500 | 2023 |
| Colorodans Rod FestivalBENEFITS YOUTH | Longmont, CO | $500 | 2023 |
| Happy Day PlantsSPECIAL NEEDS | Longmont, CO | $500 | 2023 |
| St Isidore ChurchFAITH-BASED EDUCATION, YOUTH | Watkins, CO | $500 | 2023 |
| Tall Tales RanchSPECIAL NEEDS, YOUTH | Highlands Ranch, CO | $500 | 2023 |
| Morrison BaseballYOUTH, ATHLETICS | Morrison, OK | $250 | 2023 |
| Big Waves FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT FOR YOUTH | Broomfield, CO | $10K | 2022 |
| Carbon Valley AcademyYOUTH, COMMUNITY & WELLNESS SUPPORT | Fredreick, CO | $7K | 2022 |
| Can'D Aid FoundationYOUTH AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT | Longmont, CO | $5K | 2022 |
| St John The Baptist Catholic SchoolCATHOLIC EDUCATION | Longmont, CO | $4K | 2022 |
| Neco High School RodeoGENERAL SUPPORT FOR YOUTH | Brighton, CO | $2K | 2022 |
| Colorado State High School Rodeo AssociationGENERAL SUPPORT FOR YOUTH | Burns, CO | $2K | 2022 |
| S Lazy HSPONSORSHIP TO SUPPORT YOUTH BARREL RACING SPORTS PROGRAM | Loveland, CO | $2K | 2022 |
| Jody Motley MemorialGENERAL SUPPORT FOR YOUTH | Wiggins, CO | $1K | 2022 |
| For The Field Loco BearsGENERAL SUPPORT FOR YOUTH | Longmont, CO | $250 | 2022 |
| Fellowship Of Christian AthletesGENERAL SUPPORT FOR YOUTH | Colorado Springs, CO | $250 | 2022 |