Form 990 for tax year 2024

Totals

Total revenue

$908,108

Total expenses

$953,664

Contributions and grants received

$844,477

Grants paid

$0

Program service revenue

$62,343

Investment income

$3,749

Other revenue

-$2,461

Total assets, end of year

$621,667

Total liabilities, end of year

$435,469

Net assets or fund balances, end of year

$186,198

Program services expenses (Part IX)

$682,382

Management and general expenses

$149,248

Fundraising expenses

$122,034

Program service expenses (Part III)

$682,382

Program services were 71.6% of total expenses calculated — Part IX's program-services column over total expenses, both as filed.

Line items

Every line the filer filed in Parts VIII, IX and X, as filed and in filed order. Blank columns are left out, and the lines are not forced to add up to the totals above.

Mission and programs · 2024

• Forward Learning Scholars (FLS) is a safe, after-school academic program offered at no cost to any 6th-8th grade student. Students receive personalized academic support while learning organizational skills, self-advocacy, and community building. Staff focus on all aspects of student development, including cognitive, academic, and social-emotional growth, to support students through the middle school years. FLS builds strong, positive relationships among peers and with trusted adult Learning Guides, helping students develop a sense of belonging, academic confidence, and social-emotional well-being.In the 2024-2025 school year, over 111 students participated in FLS, each averaging six hours per week. By maintaining a low student-to-tutor ratio, the program provides individualized support and tailored learning experiences. In addition to homework help and skill development, students engage in enrichment activities, field trips, and opportunities to explore new passions. The program grew 82% in enrollment, with returning students joined by new participants through program expansion, partner referrals, and family recommendations. Forty percent of students live in households where a language other than English is spoken, and emerging bilingual students receive targeted language development support to build confidence in English.

  Expenses $208,525 · Revenue $4,670

• The Space's Academic Support Program provides students in grades 712 with flexible options for academic assistance, test preparation, and college application support on a sliding scale based on each families unique financial needs. Students may participate in Individual Tutoring for one-on-one academic skill building, foundational knowledge development, study habit improvement, or preparation for post-secondary steps. Drop-In Homework Help offers a supportive environment for students to work independently on assignments and academic concepts without a scheduled appointment.In the past year, 196 students participated: 152 in Drop-In or Individual Tutoring, 28 in test preparation, and 16 in college application support, reflecting a 9% increase from the prior year. Twenty-four percent of students are from households where English is not the primary language, most of whom are Spanish-speaking. Seventy-two percent qualify for free or discounted services, ensuring financial barriers do not prevent access to critical academic support.

  Expenses $140,209 · Revenue $42,280

• The Space's six-week summer programs provide middle school age students 30 hours per week of hands-on learning, enrichment, and community-based activities. In 2025, 161 students participated. Middle school programming is offered at no cost. The summer program emphasizes experiential learning, creativity, and exploration, providing a flexible alternative to traditional classroom instruction. Students participated in a variety of engaging programs, including the Bilingual Scholars Program, STEAM enrichment, pickleball, cooking club, and a range of field trips. Summer programming prioritizes accessibility, ensuring opportunities are available for students who may face financial or experiential barriers to typical summer activities.In the 6-9th grade Bilingual Scholars Program, 20 emerging bilingual students strengthened English reading, writing, and speaking skills. Through partnerships with local organizations, more than 73 students participated in additional enrichment activities, including off-site cooking club, pickleball, and field trips.Additionally, the summer program for high school age students provides personalized tutoring, test prep, college counseling or preparation for GED completion. The high school programs use a sliding fee scale to reduce financial barriers. 36 high school age students prepared for post-graduation success through college application support, test preparation, and GED completion for nontraditional pathways.

  Expenses $87,269 · Revenue $199

• Launch and other general programs

  Expenses $246,379 · Revenue $21,618

As filed on the 2024 return. The filer continues this part on Schedule O, which is not shown here.

Listed in Part VII

Compensation is as filed in Part VII: reportable pay from this organization and from related organizations, other compensation, and hours per week. The total, marked calculated, is our sum of the three dollar columns, with a blank column counted as $0; the form itself has no total. On a Form 990-EZ the columns are Part IV's instead, and on a Form 990-PF Part VIII's — compensation, contributions to benefit plans, and expense account — and the total sums those.

Grants on this return

No itemized grants to organizations on this return.

Provenance

Return type

form_990

Tax year

2024

Filed

11 November 2025

IRS schema version

2024v5.2

Source object

202543159349303474

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