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Denver Figure Skating Club

EIN 84-0897869 · Centennial, CO

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair68 out of 100GovernanceWeak32 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To promote and support our members in the sport of figure skating , as well as promote the sport within the community. The organization provides the opportunity for members to participate in ice competitions, shows, educational and training opportunities related to skating, and skating social events throughout the year.

Income
$1.2 million
Spending
$1.2 million
Spent on programs
99%
Reserves
2.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 93%
Employees
0

Source: Form 990 for the year ending May 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 68 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 6% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 1% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 18% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    99% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending May 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Weak: 32 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    0 of 12 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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 May 31, 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 (16)
  1. $520,936 spent. Denver Synchronicity - DCFSC Synchronized Skating program
  2. $232,139 spent. Showtime on Ice - Annual Showcase event sponsored by Denver Colorado Skating Club
  3. $150,025 spent. Denver Invitational - DCFSC hosts the Denver Invitational Skating Competition
  4. $88,390 spent. Cup of Colorado - Annual figure skating competition. Open to all members of DCFSC and all other figure skaters.
  5. $41,788 spent. Dues - DCFSC collects and remits dues for members to the US Figure Skating Association
  6. $40,892 spent. Test Sessions - Provides judges to evaluate each skaters accredited level of competition
  7. $33,853 spent. Theater on Ice - a tean event for members of DCFSC to develop their artistry and showcase their talents at annual Theater On Ice competitions.
  8. $19,427 spent. Scholarships - DCFSC offers scholarships for skaters for training costs and entrance fees.
  9. $15,118 spent. Social Events - DCFSC hosts several social events for Club Members throughout skating season.
  10. $14,775 spent. Mile High Synchro Classic - an annual synchronized skating competition
  11. $13,951 spent. Banquet - DCFSC hosts an Annual Banquet for Skaters
  12. $4,417 spent. Holiday on Ice - Annual winter holiday performances available to DCFSC members to furthers develop show skating skills.
  13. $3,356 spent. Colorado HS Competition - DCFSC hosts an annual Colorado High School Skating Competition
  14. $2,624 spent. Solo Dance Camp - The camp was tailored for solo dancers of all proficiency levels participating in the International Solo Dance Series, which expanded in the 2023 season. Held in conjunction with the Denver Invitational at the South Suburban Sports Complex on March 12, the camp provided skaters with opportunities to enhance their skills locally. Participants had the chance to receive one-on-one critiques from dance judges and tech specialists, attend ballroom classes, and take on-ice sessions covering essential elements such as expression and movement. The camp also included a parent information meeting, and both on-ice classes and critiques were led by guest tech specialists and judges with a dance background, while off-ice instruction was provided by a ballroom expert.
  15. $2,017 spent. ASPIRE - The U.S. Figure Skating Aspire Program helps beginning figure skaters make the transition from learn to skate group classes into U.S. Figure Skating introductory membership with the Denver Colorado Figure Skating Club. This program provides group instruction on ice and off ice as well as parent education for skaters wanting to further develop their talent in skating. These are character development value words that best represent the Aspire athlete and words that represent what skating teaches all of us: ATTITUDE | SPORTSMANSHIP | PERSEVERANCE | INTEGRITY | RESPECT | EFFORT
  16. $8 spent. Creatvity Camp - Ice Skating summer camp

Source: Form 990 for the year ending May 31, 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 October 13, 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 May 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 January 1986.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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