Boulder area nonprofits

Name: Top 20 Boulder area nonprofits
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There are 2,935 organizations in the greater Boulder metro area. Combined, these Boulder metro nonprofits employ 20,387 people, earn more than $3 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $10 billion.

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Job trends for Boulder nonprofits

Employees per organization	Number of organizations
0	484
1-10	228
11-25	87
26-100	90
101 to 1,000	33
1,000+	3

Key takeaways for employment stats:

Employment in Boulder is driven by large organizations like Boulder Community Health (BCH), University Corporation for Atmospheric Research, Clinica Family Health, YMCA of Northern COLORADO, and Rocky Mountain Institute.
The largest employers tend to be hospital systems, biological research centers, community clinics, community recreation centers, and energy conservation organizations.

Sizes of nonprofits in Boulder

Revenues per organization	Number of organizations
< $250k	700
$250k to $1M	288
$1M to $5M	181
$5M to $25M	58
$25M to $100M	11
$100M+	6

Key takeaways for revenue stats:

Large organizations like Boulder Community Health (BCH), University Corporation for Atmospheric Research, Elevations Credit Union, Rocky Mountain Institute, and Ahimsa Foundation earn the majority of revenues among nonprofits in Boulder.
Organizations with less than $1 million in revenue account for 6.0% of combined nonprofit revenues, whereas organizations in Boulder with more than $100 million account for 46.5% of nonprofit earnings.
The highest earning organizations tend to be hospital systems, biological research centers, private foundations, credit unions, and energy conservation organizations.

Types of nonprofits in Boulder

Nonprofit type	Number	Employees	Revenues	Assets
Educational institutions	409	3,006	$325,394,441	$586,565,344
Religious organizations	320	34	$9,073,443	$27,916,582
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits	312	1,369	$101,699,399	$185,564,292
Foundations	310	140	$310,502,445	$1,962,657,602
Recreation, sports, and social clubs	209	2,004	$100,130,501	$165,429,302
Human service organizations	181	3,017	$299,826,910	$631,212,967
Business and community development organizations	148	417	$124,368,649	$165,874,808
Environmental organizations	124	1,674	$281,314,586	$280,141,644
International-focused organizations	98	86	$22,382,429	$31,210,648
Animal organizations	73	505	$75,603,477	$54,090,085

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1-20 of 2,935

Educause

EDUCAUSE helps those who lead, manage, and use information technology to shape strategic decisions at every level. EDUCAUSE actively engages with colleges and universities, corporations, foundations, government, and other nonprofit organizations.

Revenue

$26.3m

Assets

$52.8m

Employees

EIN

84-1455437

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Brewers Association

The Brewers Association advocates for independent American craft brewers, providing education, research, benefits, and community-building while promoting fair policy, safety, and sustainability.

Revenue

$23.4m

Assets

$36.7m

Employees

EIN

84-0802918

IRS type

501(c)(6)

Outward Bound

Outward Bound drives growth through outdoor challenge and discovery, building confidence, problem-solving, connection, and leadership for students, schools, and professionals.

Revenue

$9.8m

Assets

$15.8m

Employees

EIN

04-2375956

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Geological Society of America (GSA)

The Geological Society of America provides access to elements that are essential to the professional growth of earth scientists at all levels of expertise and from all sectors: academic, government, business, and industry.

Revenue

$14.6m

Assets

$57.2m

Employees

EIN

13-1659623

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Naropa University

Naropa University is a Buddhist-inspired, student-centered liberal arts university in Boulder, Colorado. Naropa's undergraduate and graduate programs emphasize professional and personal growth, intellectual development, and contemplative practice.

Revenue

$38.8m

Assets

$31.2m

Employees

593

EIN

84-1029228

IRS type

501(c)(3)

The Arsenault Family Foundation

Private foundation in Louisville, CO. Funds prevention of US/China conflict, pandemics, military conflicts, nuclear weapons systems, political tensions. Made 16 grants last year.

Revenue

$6.4m

Assets

$14.6m

Employees

EIN

84-1569419

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Peak To Peak Charter Schools

Peak To Peak Charter Schools: Providing unique K-12 education to 1,400 students in Boulder Valley School District. Located in Lafayette, CO.

Revenue

$37.9m

Assets

$58.9m

Employees

304

EIN

84-1462870

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Ahimsa Foundation

The Ahimsa Foundation, a family foundation in Niwot, CO, funds animal welfare initiatives and sustainable farming projects, making four grants last year.

Revenue

$160.2m

Assets

$1.0b

Employees

EIN

85-2700743

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Imagine

Imagine empowers individuals with disabilities through innovative services, fostering personal growth, community integration, and new opportunities for a fulfilling life.

Revenue

$27.1m

Assets

$23.2m

Employees

492

EIN

84-0526620

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Community Foundation Boulder County

The Community Foundation is the recognized leader in preparing Boulder County for its future challenges, expanding the culture of giving, and galvanizing diverse resources to improve the quality of life for all.

Revenue

$19.4m

Assets

$95.9m

Employees

EIN

84-1171836

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Fund For The New School Boulder Country Day School

Boulder Country Day School provides a well-rounded education of academic excellence and character development in a safe environment, empowering our students to reach their full potential as lifelong learners and responsible, globally aware citizens.

Revenue

$10.0m

Assets

$29.2m

Employees

140

EIN

84-1096643

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Oweesta Corporation

First Nations Oweesta Corporation (the "Organization") supports economic growth in Native American communities through the creation, development and capitalization of Community Development Financial Institutions.

Revenue

$19.1m

Assets

$117.8m

Employees

EIN

54-1970097

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Clinica Family Health

Clinica Family Health delivers affordable, culturally appropriate medical, dental, and behavioral health care, integrating preventive services and community support for underserved patients.

Revenue

$154.8m

Assets

$101.2m

Employees

1,137

EIN

84-0743432

IRS type

501(c)(3)

First Nations Development Institute

First Nations Development Institute works to improve economic conditions for Native Americans through technical assistance and training, advocacy and policy, and direct financial grants.

Revenue

$56.4m

Assets

$116.2m

Employees

EIN

54-1254491

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Starfall Education Foundation

Starfall Education Foundation is a publicly supported organization. We create free and low-cost experiences whereby children can successfully learn through exploration.

Revenue

$6.9m

Assets

$27.3m

Employees

EIN

46-4463460

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Native American Rights Fund (NARF)

Founded in 1970, NARF is the oldest and largest nonprofit law firm dedicated to asserting and defending the rights of Indian tribes, organizations and individuals nationwide.

Revenue

$24.7m

Assets

$92.2m

Employees

EIN

84-0611876

IRS type

501(c)(3)

TRU Community Care

TRU Community Care is a Colorado-licensed, Medicare and Medicaid-certified, nonprofit healthcare organization serving Boulder, Broomfield, Lafayette, Louisville, Adams County, Jefferson County, Weld County and beyond.

Revenue

$65.1m

Assets

$36.6m

Employees

494

EIN

84-0748577

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Frasier Meadows Manor

Frasier Meadows Manor is a non-profit retirement community in Boulder, CO that provides housing, healthcare, and related services to seniors.

Revenue

$63.3m

Assets

$272.3m

Employees

394

EIN

84-0503809

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Boulder Community Health (BCH)

Boulder Community Health is a community owned-and-operated not-for-profit health system dedicated to providing local access to high quality medical care to people and businesses in Boulder and surrounding areas.

Revenue

$488.7m

Assets

$857.0m

Employees

2,595

EIN

84-0175870

IRS type

501(c)(3)

Rocky Mountain Institute

Rocky Mountain Institute transforms global energy systems, advancing clean technologies and renewable solutions to create a zero-carbon future for businesses, policymakers, and communities.

Revenue

$174.9m

Assets

$150.1m

Employees

717

EIN

74-2244146

IRS type

501(c)(3)

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Boulder area nonprofits

Job trends for Boulder nonprofits

Sizes of nonprofits in Boulder

Types of nonprofits in Boulder

Directory of nonprofits in Boulder

Educause

Brewers Association

Outward Bound

Geological Society of America (GSA)

Naropa University

The Arsenault Family Foundation

Peak To Peak Charter Schools

Ahimsa Foundation

Imagine

Community Foundation Boulder County

Fund For The New School Boulder Country Day School

Oweesta Corporation

Clinica Family Health

First Nations Development Institute

Starfall Education Foundation

Native American Rights Fund (NARF)

TRU Community Care

Frasier Meadows Manor

Boulder Community Health (BCH)

Rocky Mountain Institute

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