Totals
- Total revenue
- $251,710
- Total expenses
- $281,931
- Contributions and grants received
- $183,045
- Grants paid
- $0
- Program service revenue
- $68,665
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
- Total assets, end of year
- $145,247
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets or fund balances, end of year
- $145,247
- Program services expenses (Part IX)
- $224,476
- Management and general expenses
- $41,559
- Fundraising expenses
- $15,896
- Program service expenses (Part III)
- $224,476
Program services were 79.6% 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.
Revenue
Part VIII, the statement of revenue.
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1a · Federated campaigns
$0
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1b · Membership dues
$0
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1c · Fundraising events
$8,810
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1d · Related organizations
$0
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1e · Government grants (contributions)
$2,500
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1f · All other contributions, gifts and grants
$171,735
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1g · Noncash contributions included above
$0
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2a · Program service revenue: Supports sustainability for individuals and organizations commitated to equity and inclusiveness
total $68,665 · related or exempt $68,665 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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2f · All other program service revenue
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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6c · Rental income or loss
real property $0 · personal property $0
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7c · Gain or loss
securities $0 · other assets $0
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8a · Fundraising events: contributions included on line 1c
$8,810
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11e · Other revenue, total
$0
Functional expenses
Part IX, the statement of functional expenses.
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1 · Grants to domestic organizations and governments
total $0 · program services $0
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2 · Grants to domestic individuals
total $0 · program services $0
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3 · Grants to foreign organizations and individuals
total $0 · program services $0
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4 · Benefits paid to or for members
total $0 · program services $0
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5 · Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
total $43,601 · program services $37,061 · management and general $3,052 · fundraising $3,488
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6 · Compensation of disqualified persons
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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7 · Other salaries and wages
total $98,420 · program services $83,657 · management and general $6,889 · fundraising $7,874
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8 · Pension plan contributions
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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9 · Other employee benefits
total $3,600 · program services $3,060 · management and general $252 · fundraising $288
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10 · Payroll taxes
total $12,007 · program services $10,206 · management and general $840 · fundraising $961
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11a · Fees: management
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11b · Fees: legal
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11c · Fees: accounting
total $7,050 · program services $0 · management and general $7,050 · fundraising $0
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11d · Fees: lobbying
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11e · Fees: professional fundraising services
total $0 · fundraising $0
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11f · Fees: investment management
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11g · Fees: other
total $2,675 · program services $175 · management and general $2,500 · fundraising $0
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12 · Advertising and promotion
total $5,127 · program services $4,358 · management and general $359 · fundraising $410
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13 · Office expenses
total $888 · program services $730 · management and general $60 · fundraising $98
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14 · Information technology
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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15 · Royalties
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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16 · Occupancy
total $12,000 · program services $10,200 · management and general $840 · fundraising $960
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17 · Travel
total $1,243 · program services $1,057 · management and general $87 · fundraising $99
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18 · Travel or entertainment for public officials
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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19 · Conferences, conventions and meetings
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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20 · Interest
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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21 · Payments to affiliates
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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22 · Depreciation, depletion and amortization
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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23 · Insurance
total $6,066 · program services $5,156 · management and general $425 · fundraising $485
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24a · Other expenses: Direct Program Services
total $53,823 · program services $53,823 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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24b · Other expenses: Dues and Subscriptions
total $1,531 · program services $1,301 · management and general $107 · fundraising $123
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24c · Other expenses: Printing
total $1,936 · program services $1,570 · management and general $366 · fundraising $0
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24d · Other expenses: Employee Self Care
total $12,575 · program services $10,689 · management and general $880 · fundraising $1,006
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24e · All other expenses
total $19,389 · program services $1,433 · management and general $17,852 · fundraising $104
Balance sheet
Part X, book values.
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1 · Cash, non-interest-bearing
beginning of year $175,468 · end of year $145,247
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2 · Savings and temporary cash investments
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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3 · Pledges and grants receivable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
4 · Accounts receivable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
5 · Loans and receivables from officers and key people
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
6 · Loans and receivables from disqualified persons
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
7 · Other notes and loans receivable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
8 · Inventories for sale or use
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
9 · Prepaid expenses and deferred charges
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
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10c · Land, buildings and equipment, net
beginning of year $0
-
11 · Investments: publicly traded securities
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
12 · Investments: other securities
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
13 · Investments: program-related
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
14 · Intangible assets
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
15 · Other assets
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
17 · Accounts payable and accrued expenses
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
18 · Grants payable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
19 · Deferred revenue
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
20 · Tax-exempt bond liabilities
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
21 · Escrow or custodial account liability
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
22 · Loans and payables to officers and key people
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
23 · Secured mortgages and notes payable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
24 · Unsecured notes and loans payable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
25 · Other liabilities
beginning of year $0
-
27 · Net assets without donor restrictions
beginning of year $175,468 · end of year $145,247
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28 · Net assets with donor restrictions
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
Mission and programs · 2025
Mission
Facilitate connections between inclusive, responsive communities who are leading education. CIRCLE creates, implements and supports sustainability and partnerships for individuals and organizations committed to equity and inclusiveness.
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CIRCLE achieves its mission to facilitate connections between communities who are leading education on a daily basis. We do this through our ongoing activities in three key areas: youth leadership development programs, workplace development & consulting across sectors, and multigenerational learning in community. The demand for programming like this has only increased over the years, highlighting the greater need for positive leadership development. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Youth Leadership Programs CIRCLE provides year-round youth leadership opportunities for students in the Denver Metropolitan area in 7th-12th grade, who are interested in developing their leadership and practices to support their wellbeing. Each program builds on each other letting students develop a multifaceted understanding of their leadership and how to spark positive change in their communities. * Program provides: Youth Leadership Summer Camp; Student Created & Led Fall Conference to other School Communities; Year-round Youth Leadership Advisory Council; Student Created & Led One-Day Events in Community. * Programs occur: At the CIRCLE office as well as around the Denver community; meeting in community at schools and other organizations. * Program run by: CIRCLE Executive Director and Director of Programs & Operations, Programs Coordinator, Summer Youth Specialist, and 30 volunteers from schools and community. * Program funded by: Funding comes from school sponsorships, fee for service (to participate in camps or attend the fall conference as middle school student), in-kind support, and individual donations, community sponsorships, and foundation grants. Workplace & Organizational Training and Consulting The CIRCLE Consulting team is a cadre of experts, who provide hands-on training and support around developing relevant practices of planning, organizing, evaluation, and assessments across sectors (education, nonprofit, public, arts/culture, business and local groups). Our services are for community groups committed to improving their institutions and systems through a collaborative, responsive approach. We will work with organizations to identify their needs and provide guidance on how to achieve those goals. * Program provides: Hands-on learning, coaching, and training to advance inclusive, responsive practices across all aspects of their business. * Programs occur: In person at the organization's office and/or virtually based on the organization's preference and needs. * Program run by: CIRCLE Executive Director and independent contractors who are content experts in their fields. * Program funded by: Funding comes from fee for service (to receive consulting services and training). Multigenerational Learning CIRCLE offers multi-generational learning known as the CIRCLE Cultural Café. This is an annual 'un-conference' for community leaders, educators, board members, parents, and students, who are committed to building healthier communities to come together for shared learning. * Program provides: An annual CIRCLE Cultural Café is an 'un-conference' type experience for adult learners to connect and expand their understanding of social change. * Programs occur: In person. Our 'un-conference' was held at a partner location and included three different speakers discussing topics related to CIRCLE's mission as well as a small market where we invited local community businesses to promote their work. * Program run by: CIRCLE Executive Director, Director of Programs & Operations and Programs Coordinator with the support of the organization's volunteers who are passionate about life-long learning and skilled in event coordination. * Program funded by: Funding comes fee for service (to participate in conference as attendee), business sponsorships, in-kind support, and community or individual donations. CONCLUSION: The regulations governing exemption eligibility for organizations described under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code are found at 26 CFR 1.501(c)(3)-1. The term "charitable" is defined in section 1.501(c)(3)-1(d)(2) to include advancement of education; eliminating prejudice and discrimination. The term educational is defined in Section 1.501(c)(3)-1(d)(3)(i) which states that educational relates to the instruction or training of the individual for the purpose of improving or developing their capabilities; or the instruction of the public on subjects useful to the individual and beneficial to the community. The described activities provided regularly by CIRCLE meets that definition of "charitable and "educational. The youth leadership development programs, organizational training and consulting, and multigenerational learning, equip individuals to take small (or large steps) in courageous conversations regarding race, ethnicity, gender, class and privilege and the challenges and opportunities these issues reveal in professional and personal settings. With more practice and exposure, with more opportunities to learn and be exposed to scholars, resources, media and peer-to-peer conversations, students, educators and other professionals will be able to create and support more inclusive cross-cultural classrooms, boardrooms, workplaces and communities.
Expenses $224,476 · Revenue $68,665
As filed on the 2025 return.
Listed in Part VII
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Carla Mestas
Executive Director and Founder
- Total calculated
- $43,601
- From this org
- $43,601
- From related orgs
- $0
- Other
- $0
- Hours/week
- 60
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Dr Nicole Sager PhD
Scribe Secretary
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 0.25
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Dr Nicki Gonzales PhD
Board President and Chair
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 0.5
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Citlaly Fierro
Board Trustee
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 0.25
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Ms Shreka Thomas
Board Treasurer
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 0.5
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Dr Tania Hogan
Board Trustee
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 0.25
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Elena Mendoza
Board Trustee
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 0.25
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
- 2025
- Filed
- 26 February 2026
- IRS schema version
- 2025v4.0
- Source object
- 202611069349301326
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