Hive Dgo
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Hive DGO strives to support journeys in self-discovery by providing a brave and inclusive space for under-resourced and underrepresented youth. We hope to empower those that dare to be different by facilitating creative expression and guidance in shaping future community leaders.
- Income
- $366,407
- Spending
- $236,382
- Spent on programs
- 53%
- Reserves
- 9.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 79%
- Employees
- 7
- Volunteers
- 36
- Highest pay
- $54,248, executive dir.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 86 out of 100. Higher than 67% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 9.2 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 35% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 20% on the year before.
Spending floor
8 of 1553% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 4 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Good: 79 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 256 of 6 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
0 of 5Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 (1)
- $124,432 spent. Between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024, The Hive provided dynamic, inclusive programming that served over 600 youth across La Plata County through skateboarding, music, art, mentorship, and outdoor experiences. Despite the closure of our downtown location in May, we continued to operate impactful programs offsite and in collaboration with community partners.Highlights and accomplishments include:*Winter Ride Days: Served 75 youth from 9R and surrounding districts, teaching snowboarding skills while fostering connection, perseverance, and confidence through mentorship.*Drop In Skatepark: Reached over 350 community members at our indoor skate park, offering lessons, and positive youth engagement.*Creative Youth Workshops: Engaged over 80 participants in art and music sessions, including sewing, painting, theatre and more.*Youth Advisory Board: A paid leadership opportunity for 10 youth who planned events, contributed to decision-making, and represented youth voices in community discussions.*Wild Hive Summer Program: Welcomed 45 youth ages 1218 into a six-week immersive summer experience, *Provided 80% scholarships for participant families in need, thanks to generous community support.Despite challenges, The Hive has remained a vital hub for youth empowerment and creative explorationand with our new permanent space secured for 2025, we are poised to expand this impact even further.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
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.
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.
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.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since January 2023.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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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