EIN 84-1364292

Work Options

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
32
City
Year formed
1996
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
NTEE code, primary
Description
Work Options helps people overcome barriers to sustainable employment by building confidence and providing resources and culinary training. In 2022, the program had 244 enrolled students, tying its highest enrollment in history. Of those students, 77% completed the training, and of those who completed the program, 64% became sustainably employed. Additionally, 79% of those employed were able to retain their employment for at least six months, with a success rate of 70%.
Also known as...
Work Options for Women
Total revenues
$2,135,504
2023
Total expenses
$2,508,244
2023
Total assets
$872,191
2023
Num. employees
32
2023

Program areas at Work Options

Work Options was recognized by the Colorado Office of Apprenticeship with two statewide awards:The Outstanding Partner award for our work with the Colorado Restaurant Association on launching the Apprenticeship Program both as a training provider and as an employer.Our Executive Director was also recognized as the Outstanding Champion of Apprenticeships, for her work in launching and creating partnership in the apprenticeship arena.
Line Cook Apprenticeship- We began offering the Line Cook Apprenticeship in 2023 with 7 students beginning and completing the Apprenticeship. We also started 4 students in the Pre- Apprenticeship program.
Culinary Job Training Program- In 2023 we enrolled the highest number of students ever at 287. 85% completed the program, of the completers 72% became employed and of the employed 74% were employed for 6 months and 71% were employed at 12 months.

Who funds Work Options

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
The Denver FoundationBusiness & Industry$195,500
William G. McGowan Charitable FundCulinary Job Skills Training$55,000
The Telluray FoundationCulinary Apprenticeship and Employer Support Program$51,480
...and 14 more grants received

Financials for Work Options

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$1,429,826
Program services$630,929
Investment income and dividends$5,085
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$68,611
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$1,053
Total revenues$2,135,504

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Data update history
March 26, 2025
Received grants
Identified 7 new grant, including a grant for $55,000 from William G. McGowan Charitable Fund
January 12, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
January 6, 2025
Received grants
Identified 5 new grant, including a grant for $195,500 from The Denver Foundation
November 18, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 7 new personnel
October 23, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $35,000 from American Endowment Foundation
Nonprofit Types
Employment organizationsCharities
Issues
Human servicesWomen and girlsReligionJobs and employment
Characteristics
ReligiousFundraising eventsReceives government fundingCommunity engagement / volunteeringTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
1895 Quebec St
Denver, CO 80220
Metro area
Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
County
Denver County, CO
Website URL
workoptions.org/ 
Phone
(720) 668-0532
IRS details
EIN
84-1364292
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1996
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
X00: Religion: General
NAICS code, primary
624310: Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Parent/child status
Independent
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