Donks
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
DONKS Mission Statement: DONKS is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing access to wellness and movement practices for underserved populations in the Denver Metro area. Our mission focuses on: 1. Providing culturally responsive trauma-informed movement programs for marginalized communities with emphasis on at-risk youth individuals with disabilities BIPOC populations and older adults. 2. Addressing mental health challenges through accessible outdoor and movement-based activities that serve as therapeutic interventions. 3. Collaborating with community organizations to deliver programs that reduce barriers to participation in wellness activities. 4. Creating educational initiatives that empower youth while supporting their mental and emotional wellbeing. 5. Developing inclusive community spaces that foster healing personal growth and collective empowerment.
- Income
- $103,634
- Spending
- $54,634
- Reserves
- 10.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending August 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending August 31, 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 August 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 (1)
- $28,634 spent. DONKS Program Service AccomplishmentsProgram 1: Youth Movement & Mental Health InitiativeDONKS provided trauma-informed movement programming to 175 youth ages 12-18 from underserved communities in the Denver Metro area. Weekly sessions combined boxing flag football and outdoor activities with mental health support. Program delivered 48 two-hour sessions across 4 school sites resulting in improved self-reported mental health outcomes for 82% of participants. Partnerships with local schools and Convivir Colorado enhanced program delivery with culturally responsive approaches specifically designed for all youth involved. Expenses: $10000 Program 2: Adaptive Movement Access Program delivered specialized movement classes for 68 individuals with physical and developmental disabilities in collaboration with Special Olympics Colorado. Program provided 36 accessible movement sessions incorporating adaptive equipment purchased this year. Activities focused on building confidence motor skills and social connection in outdoor settings. 15 caregivers also received training on continuing movement practices at home extending program benefits beyond scheduled sessions. Expenses: $10000 Program 3: Community Wellness Education Series conducted 12 community-based workshops reaching 230 participants from marginalized communities focusing on wellness education and movement literacy. Program included train-the-trainer components that certified 25 community members to lead movement sessions in their neighborhoods creating sustainable impact beyond direct service. Workshops provided in both English and Spanish with culturally relevant materials developed specifically for local BIPOC communities to address neighborhood-specific wellness barriers. Expenses: $8634
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending August 31, 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 November 6, 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 August 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 August 2022.
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 November 4, 2026.
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