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Also known as: fka The Powers Private Foundation
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Steps Foundation is a private corporation based in LOUISVILLE, CO. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2008. The principal officer is The Organization. It holds total assets of $659K. Annual income is reported at $256K. Total assets have decreased from $2.3M in 2011 to $659K in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. Steps foundation's purpose is to support non-profits that focus on children and women as well as help bring medical attention and housing to those in need. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Texas and Colorado. According to available records, Steps Foundation has made 70 grants totaling $240K, with a median grant of $3K. Annual giving has grown from $82K in 2021 to $158K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $15K, with an average award of $3K. The foundation has supported 35 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Texas and Colorado. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$3K
Largest Grant
$11K
Based on 26 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Steps foundation purpose is to support non-profits that focus on children and women as well as help bring medical attention and housing to those in need.
Expenses: $79K
Steps foundation's purpose is to support non-profits that focus on children and women as well as help bring medical attention and housing to those in need. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 70 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, CO.
Steps Foundation has distributed a total of $240K across 70 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $3K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $15K.
Steps Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Steps Foundation is headquartered in LOUISVILLE, CO. While based in CO, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Taylor | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lynn Powers | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Cyd Crouse | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$659K
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$657K
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
70
Total Giving
$240K
Average Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
35
Most Common Grant
$3K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The GrowhausFOOD PROGRAM/YOUTH EDUCATION | Denver, CO | $15K | 2022 |
| Rockport Center For The ArtsPROMOTE ARTS | Rockport, TX | $15K | 2022 |
| The Odyssey After School Enrichment ProgramAFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM | Rockport, TX | $7K | 2022 |
| Camp AranzazuENRICHMENT FOR SPECIAL NEEDS/CHRONIC ILLNESSES | Rockport, TX | $5K | 2022 |
| The Community Foundation Boulder CountyBOULDER COUNTY WILDFIRE FUND - AID VICTIMS OF WILDFIRES | Boulder, CO | $5K | 2022 |
| Humane Society And Adoption Center Of Rockport-FulANIMAL WELFARE SERVICES | Fulton, TX | $4K | 2022 |
| Rockport-Fulton Good Samaritans IncPROVIDE ESSENTIAL GOODS AND SERVICES FOR THOSE IN NEED | Rockport, TX | $3K | 2022 |
| The June ProjectANIMAL WELFARE SERVICES (ORGANIZATION TO PREVENT CRUELTY TO ANIMALS) | Fulton, TX | $3K | 2022 |
| Aransas County Isd Education FoundationSUPPORT OF PUBLIC EDUCATION | Rockport, TX | $3K | 2022 |
| Coastal Bend Wellness FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Corpus Cristi, TX | $3K | 2022 |
| Blue Santa - Rockport PdPROVIDING TOYS, CLOTHING AND GROCERIES TO ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED LOCAL YOUTH | Rockport, TX | $3K | 2022 |
| Children'S Coalition Of Aransas CoTO BUY 4 BEDS | Rockport, TX | $2K | 2022 |
| Colorado Environmental Film FestivalEDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION | Golden, CO | $1K | 2022 |
| Humane Society And Adoption Center HsacANIMAL WELFARE SERVICES | Fulton, TX | $1K | 2022 |
| Aransas County Council On AgingGENERAL SUPPORT | Rockport, TX | $1K | 2022 |
| Wings Rescue CenterWILD ANIMAL WELFARE SERVICES | Rockport, TX | $1K | 2022 |
| National Breast Cancer Foundation IncHELP WOMEN AFFECTED BY BREAST CANCER THROUGH EARLY DETECTION, EDUCATION AND SUPPORT SERVICES | Dallas, TX | $500 | 2022 |
| The Cattery Cat Shelter & Spayneuter ClinicANIMAL WELFARE, HUMAN COMPANIONSHIP | Corpus Christi, TX | $500 | 2022 |
| Kipp Socal Public Schoolssupport of education in SoCal | Los Angeles, TX | $10K | 2021 |
| Caf 180food insecurity | Englewood, CO | $7K | 2021 |
| Fulton Volunteer Fire Departmentdonation for fire fighting equipment | Rockport, TX | $5K | 2021 |
| Give Back Yogafree yoga for COVID long haulers | Boulder, CO | $3K | 2021 |