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United Way of Pueblo County Colorado Inc

EIN 84-0404917 · Pueblo, CO

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair63 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To serve as a trusted community leader by leveraging resources in support of collaborative solutions.

Income
$1.3 million
Spending
$2.4 million
Spent on programs
89%
Reserves
6.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 74%
Employees
15
Volunteers
127
Highest pay
$116,824, president/ceo

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 63 out of 100. Higher than 22% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 6.5 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 8% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 91% of income.

  • Income trend

    0 of 15

    Income fell 70% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    89% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 13 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    20 of 20 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (4)
  1. $1.3 million spent. NONPROFIT CAPACITY DEVELOPMENTTo ensure a strong and responsive nonprofit sector, UWPC is investing in shared infrastructure, leadership development, and strategic collaboration. The new LEAD (Leadership, Empowerment, and Development) Center provides local nonprofits with access to shared services, technical assistance, workspace, and capacity-building support. Through Executive Chats and a Community Impact Internship/Fellowship Program, we are fostering leadership, strengthening organizational networks, and preparing the next generation of nonprofit professionals.
  2. $411,531 spent. COMMUNITY RESILIENCEUWPC connects individuals and families to essential services through coordinated resource and referral efforts. We are leading the development of a Community Resource Hub, a centralized model that combines digital tools, co-located services, and collaborative partnerships to streamline access and improve outcomes. This initiative will help ensure community members can overcome crises and move toward long-term stability through warm referrals, supported navigation, and integrated case management.
  3. $359,984 spent. ECONOMIC MOBILITY AND OPPORTUNITYUWPC is advancing financial stability for individuals and families by connecting them to trusted financial resources and services. Through initiatives like Bank On Pueblo County, the Financial Empowerment Center (FEC), and the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, we are reducing financial barriers, increasing access to affordable banking, and providing coaching that empowers residents to reduce debt, improve credit, and grow savings. These efforts help ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households build a more secure financial future.
  4. $89,326 spent. YOUTH SUCCESSUWPC aims to expand access to high-quality mentoring programs that foster academic achievement, personal growth, and long-term success for middle school students. Through the Middle School Mentoring Program and the Pueblo Mentoring Collaborative, we are strengthening support systems around youth by pairing students with trusted adult mentors, enhancing social capital, and building a coordinated network of mentoring providers. Our focus includes scaling best practices, deepening school and community partnerships, and advancing quality through alignment with national standards.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since February 1971.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.

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