Cathistable
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Where a seat helps create opportunities...to provide growth, assistance and opportunities to special needs individuals using financial resources as a tool.
- Income
- $42,022
- Spending
- $59,177
- Reserves
- 6.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 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 December 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 December 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 (9)
- $1,750 spent. Camp Encourage - Cathis Table is working with Camp Encourage to bring specialized music experiences to their campers. Music making and music engagement benefits children with autism, enhancing social interaction, communication, and emotional expression in ways that traditional methods often cannot. Research highlights that music therapy can improve speech, sensory processing, and engagement while reducing anxiety and repetitive behaviors. As camp is a place of magical experiences, we will provide a unique music program to the campers with Drum Safari to facilitate a session at overnight camps. We will also be adding a music therapist or educator to lead camp fire songs.
- Adams Camp - Provided funds for purchase of instrument for music therapy at Adams Camp in Granby, CO. At Adams Camp, unique therapy and adventure programs are designed and delivered by dedicated therapists and counsellors. Some programs are combined with siblings and parents to offer support for the whole family.
- $5,000 spent. Firefly Autism - Firefly Autism provides life-changing therapy, education, and support for individuals on the autism spectrum, and the garden plays a vital role in our holistic approach to care. The Sensory & Community Garden is more than just an outdoor spaceit is a therapeutic tool that fosters learning, social engagement, and emotional regulation.
- $25,000 spent. Laradon Foundation Cathi's Kitchen - Laradons vision to provide innovative services for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities aligns directly with our mission of empowering and enriching the lives of these same individuals. CathisTable support the renovation of Laradon School Life-Skills Kitchens to increase accessibility. The kitchen is used daily by school staff to teach life-skills to teach students with the intent of encouraging independence and self-sufficiency upon graduation.
- $5,000 spent. Colorado Theraputic Riding Center - CathisTable to help bridge the Medicaid funding gap impacting the Equine-Assisted Therapy (EAT) program at the Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center (CTRC). Recent changes in Medicaid reimbursement, effective July 1, 2024, have significantly limited the ability to charge clients directly for stable fees. This shift has created a substantial funding gap, particularly for the 14 clients on Medicaid waivers who now face reduced access to our critical services. This grant was made in honor of Laura Jones.
- $9,900 spent. Night Lights - Night Lights is a Denver-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to create safe and accepting environments by providing respite care for children with special needs and their neuro-typical siblings. Night Lights provides a much-needed break for parents while providing a fun and safe social environment for their children who have special needs and their neuro-typical siblings. One Friday night a month, trained and background-checked volunteers provide an evening of respite care and fun through a variety of activities including pre-planned activities and child-directed play.
- $2,500 spent. Able Life - To help empower individuals with developmental disabilities to lead fulfilling livesenhancing their independence, social connections, and overall well-being. Last summer, 50 individuals attended camp across two sessions, and were excited to expand these opportunities in 2026. CathisTable will provide 8 scholarships for summer camp.
- $2,400 spent. Growth Early Childhood Behavior - Parent coaching / behavioral therapy services to address behavioral difficulties at home and school for a kid with autism with post traumatic disorder. The child struggles to manage intense emotions and has difficulties regulating his behavior. He often has disruptive outbursts in response to demands or changes in routine, and he sometimes argues with adults (i.e., teachers, grandparents) and actively defies requests / rules. His mother has also reported concern that he is excessively anxious and fearful.
- $6,650 spent. Fly Fishing for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Growth Early Childhood Behavior Consulting/Claire Winchester) - "Growth Early Childhood Organization, in collaboration with Roaring ForkConservancy and Cathi's Table, proposes the development of a specialized curriculum tointegrate children (5th to 8th grade) with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) into Roaring Fork Conservancys existing youth fly fishing program. This initiative aims to create an inclusive, peer-based outdoor experience where neurodivergent and neurotypical children can learn and engage together through structured, supportive activities. For 2025, CathisTable is providing funding for curriculum development and staff training."
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 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 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 May 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 November 4, 2026.
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