ARC THRIFT STORES INC

LAKEWOOD, CO, 80228 (303) 231-9222 Est. 1968 EIN 84-0515942
P820— Human Services Form 990 501(c)(3)
WWW.ARCTHRIFT.COM

Mission

As one of the nations largest employers of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we believe in the power of employment to foster independence and fulfillment. By providing enriching job opportunities and educational programming, we empower people with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities to thrive and live their best lives.Every year, our programs positively impact thousands of individuals and their families. We celebrate diversity, individuality, equity, and the potential within every person, striving to create a more inclusive society where everyone can reach their full potential.When you shop at arc Thrift Stores, youre not just saving moneyyoure contributing to a larger cause. Youre supporting sustainability efforts by giving new life to gently used items and helping to fund essential programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in your community.

Giving Portfolio

Total Grants
109
Total Giving
$93.5M
Recipients
109
Years Active
2017 - 2024
Avg grant: $853,226 Median: $858,151

Yearly Trends

YearGrantsTotal Giving Avg GrantNewRepeat
202417$16.6M $977K116
202316$16.0M $999K016
202216$14.9M $933K115
202115$13.6M $904K015
202015$11.8M $784K015
201915$10.1M $672K015
201715$10.5M $702K150

Sectors Funded

Human Services
35
Diseases & Disorders
14
Civil Rights & Advocacy
7
Arts, Culture & Humanities
3

Top States

Colorado
108
New Mexico
1

Grantee Size Profile

$1M - $5M
71
$100K - $500K
17
$500K - $1M
14
$5M - $10M
7

Top Grantees

and 7 more grantees

Grants Awarded · 109 grants

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Financials

Total Revenue
$139,646,133
Total Expenses
$141,391,827
Net Assets
$55,986,746
3,594 employees 10,954 volunteers
From latest filing (tax period ending 2025-09-30)

Financial Health

Operating Reserve
4.8 months Adequate
Net assets / monthly expenses
Year-over-Year Change
Revenue ↑ 1.5%
Expenses ↑ 6.2%
Revenue Sources
Contributions 93.5% Investment 1.2% Other 5.0%
Expense Breakdown
Program 94.0% Management 6.0%

Officers & Trustees (22)

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Filing History (7 filings)

YearRevenueExpensesNet Assets
2024 Form 990$139,646,133 $141,391,827$55,986,746
2023 Form 990$137,550,311 $133,172,606$54,996,968
2022 Form 990$123,896,557 $121,851,569$49,617,520
2021 Form 990$120,544,439 $108,131,355$49,577,138
2020 Form 990$110,737,659 $98,397,788$41,448,016
2019 Form 990$84,409,975 $91,009,925$27,417,559
2017 Form 990$89,246,047 $86,787,243$29,514,950

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EIN: 84-0515942 · Source: IRS Form 990 e-file data