EIN 42-1588482

Fortress

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
26
State
Year formed
2005
Most recent tax filings
2024-07-01
Description
Fortress is a nonprofit providing resources to end poverty. They offer after school programs and a licensed preschool in Fort Worth.
Also known as...
Fortress Youth Development Center
Total revenues
$1,166,780
2024
Total expenses
$1,324,070
2024
Total assets
$1,124,620
2024
Num. employees
26
2024

Program areas at Fortress

Fortress after school provides programming for students who attend a neighborhood elementary school. In the classroom, there is a shared academic focus on completing homework assignments and reading. Beyond that, Fortress teachers support school learning with engaging and hands-on activities such as art projects, science experiments, and outdoor learning. Students in need of extra academic support receive small group and one-on-one instruction from our on-staff reading intervention specialist, utilizing both technology and traditional teaching methods. Time is allotted each week for outdoor play and games. Students are encouraged to build strong relationships with one another, and with staff and volunteers. They are also given opportunities to explore new talents and skills that may open doors for them in the future. Special events such as field trips and special interest clubs also make the program an enriching, fun experience for students.
Fortress summer is a daily bible-focused program which keeps children engaged in a fun, safe environment while encouraging academic and spiritual growth. It employs the gifts and resources of visiting Youth mission groups from across the country.
Fortress preschool is a full-time, licensed preschool which provides creative play, early literacy training, and school readiness for children ages 18 months-4 years. Children enrolled in Fortress preschool participate in both teacher and child-directed activities, receive breakfast and lunch and enjoy both outside and inside play.
Lead (learn, engage, achieve, discipline), formally equip, is the parent engagement program. Fortress does not charge for its programs instead requires twelve hours of engagement from each family. The lead program offers parenting classes, services and family events designed to strengthen the family and encourage engagements.
Community outreach
Cacp

Who funds Fortress

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Caris FoundationTeacher Appreciation$83,144
Rainwater Charitable FoundationProgram Support - Pre-K$67,000
Rees-Jones FoundationFunding To Support General Operations To Provide Free Early Childhood, Pre-K, and After-School Care in the South Side Neighborhood of Fort Worth.$60,000
...and 13 more grants received

Financials for Fortress

RevenuesFYE 07/2024
Total grants, contributions, etc.$865,167
Program services$8,188
Investment income and dividends$9
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$18,008
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$275,408
Total revenues$1,166,780

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Data update history
July 17, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2024
July 3, 2025
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
May 28, 2025
Received grants
Identified 7 new grant, including a grant for $83,144 from Caris Foundation
December 28, 2024
Received grants
Identified 4 new grant, including a grant for $50,000 from National Christian Foundation / Natl Christian Charitable FDN Inc
November 19, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
Nonprofit Types
SchoolsK-12 schoolsYouth service charitiesCharities
Issues
EducationHuman servicesChildren
Characteristics
State / local levelReceives government fundingGala fundraisersAuction fundraisersTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
1007 E Terrell Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76104
Metro area
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
County
Tarrant County, TX
Website URL
fortressfw.org/ 
Phone
(817) 355-1007
IRS details
EIN
42-1588482
Fiscal year end
July
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2005
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
B20: Elementary, Secondary Education
NAICS code, primary
624110: Child and Youth Services
Parent/child status
Independent
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