Early Milestones Colorado
- Assets
- $4.3m
- Revenue
- $20.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 17
- Location
- Denver, CO
- Founding
- 02/2015
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 47-1929974
Organization Overview
Early Milestones Colorado is located in Denver, CO. The organization was established in 2015. According to its NTEE Classification (P12) the organization is classified as: Fund Raising & Fund Distribution, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Early Milestones Colorado employed 17 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Early Milestones Colorado is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Early Milestones Colorado generated $20.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 41.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $17.9m during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2017, Early Milestones Colorado has awarded 426 individual grants totaling $21,335,767. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
EARLY MILESTONES COLORADO IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT ADVANCES SUCCESS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN ACROSS THE STATE BY ACCELERATING INNOVATION, USE OF BEST PRACTICES AND SYSTEMIC CHANGE. MILESTONES ENVISIONS A COLORADO IN WHICH EVERY CHILD IS VALUED, HEALTHY AND PREPARED TO THRIVE IN SCHOOL AND IN LIFE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
COMMUNITY INNOVATION AND RESILIENCE FOR CARE AND LEARNING EQUITY (CIRCLE- 135) - AN INITIATIVE TO SUPPORT GRANTEES AS THEY IMPLEMENT INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO CHILDCARE CHALLENGES EXACERBATED BY THE PANDEMIC, EMPHASIZING DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION ACTIVITIES THAT STRENGTHEN PARTNERSHIPS AND ELIMINATE BARRIERS. GRANTS WILL SUPPORT PROJECTS TO MAKE CHILDCARE MORE AFFORDABLE; FILL GAPS IN INFANT AND TODDLER CARE; STRENGTHEN PROVIDERS' FINANCIAL STABILITY; BOOST WORKFORCE PREPARATION; AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE HEALTH AND LEARNING OF ALL CHILDREN.
HEALTH DATA & RESEARCH - TO SUPPORT THE VISION THAT ALL COLORADO CHILDREN ARE VALUED, HEALTHY, AND THRIVING, EARLY MILESTONES COLORADO WILL BRING TOGETHER DATA, ANALYSIS, AND STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT TO ACCELERATE AND ADVANCE WHOLE-CHILD, EQUITY-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP IN THE NEW COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD. EXPENSES 101,224. INCLUDING GRANTS OF 0. REVENUE 70,000. UPK QUALITY STANDARDS RESOURCE BANK & LCO SUPPORT (CLASS 144) - IN 2023, THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD (CDEC) CONTRACTED EARLY MILESTONES TO DEVELOP UPP QUALITY STANDARDS, AND ESTABLISH RESOURCE BANK CONTENT, PROCESSES, AND PROCEDURES. EXPENSES 81,885. INCLUDING GRANTS OF 0. REVENUE 478,355. OTHER CROSS FUNCTION AND THINK TANK PROGRAMS. EXPENSES 97,411. INCLUDING GRANTS OF 0. REVENUE 131,648.
EC WORKFORCE PLAN (138) - IN 2017, COLORADO DEVELOPED THE EARLY CHILDHOOD WORKFORCE 2020 PLAN, SETTING AMBITIOUS GOALS RELATED TO WORKFORCE RECRUITMENT, PREPARATION, WELL-BEING, RETENTION, AND DATA. THE COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD AND THE EARLY CHILDHOOD LEADERSHIP COMMISSION, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EARLY MILESTONES, WILL BE UPDATING AND EXPANDING UPON THE PLAN, CREATING A NEW COLORADO COMPREHENSIVE EARLY CHILDHOOD WORKFORCE PLAN. THE NEW PLAN WILL TAKE A BROAD VIEW OF THE EARLY CHILDHOOD WORKFORCE INCLUDING HOME VISITING, EARLY CHILDHOOD MENTAL HEALTH, AND EARLY INTERVENTION.
RESEARCH (CLASS 141 GCV) - ADVANCES RESEARCH AND POLICY IN SUPPORT OF THE COLORADO EARLY CHILDHOOD ECOSYSTEM.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Elaine Grossman Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Yee-Ann Cho Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Thomas Davidson Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Rosemarie Allen Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Sylvia Kamau-Small Memver-At-La | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Colleen Church Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $16,887,996 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,857,989 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $19,745,985 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $882,908 |
| Investment income | $43,075 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $20,671,968 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $14,444,562 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $794,401 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $159,585 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $35,907 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,151,786 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $35,240 |
| Other employee benefits | $131,849 |
| Payroll taxes | $107,589 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,060 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $305,012 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $98,582 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $28,921 |
| Travel | $81,944 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $4,975 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $17,868,249 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,012,221 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $3,059,127 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $154,225 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $92,771 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $17,596 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $4,335,940 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $155,158 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $155,158 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,765,569 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $415,213 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $4,335,940 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Early Milestones Colorado has awarded $14,431,455 in support to 190 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ARAPAHOE COUNTY EARLY CHILDHOOD COU PURPOSE: CHILDCARE SUP. GRANT | $32,150 |
BETHANY BUSY BEE PURPOSE: CHILDCARE SUP. GRANT | $49,241 |
BOULDER JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER PURPOSE: CHILDCARE SUP. GRANT | $116,323 |
CLAYTON EARLY LEARNING PURPOSE: CHILDCARE SUP. GRANT | $331,699 |
CONNECT CARE PURPOSE: CHILDCARE SUP. GRANT | $71,652 |
DENVER'S EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL PURPOSE: CHILDCARE SUP. GRANT | $156,388 |