In the Weeds
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To provide support to staff within the hospitality industry and to create a sustainable restaurant community.
- Income
- $106,973
- Spending
- $219,253
- Reserves
- 5.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Highest pay
- $75,164, past exec. dir.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 57 out of 100. Higher than 27% of charities in its peer group (public benefit, under $250k).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 5.4 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 1% of what it owns.
Living within its means
0 of 15Spending exceeded income by 105% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 (1)
- $178,601 spent. Between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025, In The Weeds (ITW) served over 400 individuals across Southwest Colorado, continuing to expand its impact within the restaurant, hospitality, and tourism industries. Program highlights include:Peer-Led Support GroupsITW offered safe, confidential peer support groups throughout the year, helping industry professionals navigate challenges such as burnout, addiction, anxiety, and isolation. These gatheringsled by licensed professionals or trained facilitatorsencouraged open dialogue, emotional support, and connection among participants.Wellness & Alternative Activities In partnership with local businesses, ITW hosted wellness-driven events like snowshoeing, yoga, paddleboarding, river float days, and social gatherings. These events helped individuals relax, rebuild relationships, and access healthy ways to manage stress. Our gear-lending program (which includes inflatable kayaks and paddleboards) has been particularly successful among young workers looking for low-cost ways to enjoy the outdoors and prioritize their mental health.Individualized Support & Resource NavigationWith the loss of a physical office space, ITW pivoted to a more flexible outreach modelmeeting participants in coffee shops, public libraries, and via digital platforms. This approach helped maintain access to services like resume building, job placement assistance, financial and housing referrals, and personal goal-setting. ITW also worked in collaboration with Housing Solutions for the Southwest to assist individuals in applying for housing when possible.Youth & First-Time Worker SupportWe worked directly with youth entering the job marketwhether attending school full-time or transitioning straight into the workforce. Support included help with resumes, job applications, and one-on-one mentorship. Youth employed in the local industry also accessed our recreation gear lending program, allowing them opportunities to unwind and recharge outside of work.Community Partnerships & Public AwarenessITW continued to serve as a trusted support hub for employers and employees. We received regular referrals from local restaurants, health partners, and service providers. While our Spanish-speaking staff member left in May 2025, we are actively seeking funding to reinstate that position and strengthen engagement with the Latinx community. In the meantime, weve sustained connections through bilingual flyers, word-of-mouth referrals, and community events that focus on inclusion and trust-building.Despite limited resources, ITW continues to fill vital service gaps for working individuals in our communityoffering connection, compassion, and pathways to stability in a demanding industry.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, 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 June 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 April 2020.
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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