2026-02-21T02:56:22-07:00 2025-12-31 990EZ 2025-01-01 853176673 WORLD AT HAND WORL 7205154523 2662 Cherry St Denver CO 80207 Shawn Wall Founder and Executive Director 7204046332 2026-02-20 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X X www.worldathand.org X X 54488 X 54240 110 0 138 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 54488 4000 0 0 7200 0 1612 34959 47771 6717 10620 495 17832 6515 17832 0 0 4600 0 11115 17832 495 0 10620 17832 World at Hand is a charitable and educational nonprofit organization whose mission is to support low-income and historically underrepresented students in accessing cross-cultural and global educational experiences that foster long-term personal, academic, and professional growth. The organization advances its exempt purpose through the Global Scholars Pathway, which provides structured access to international education through informational sessions, preparatory coursework, passport assistance, study abroad scholarships, and post-experience leadership and professional development programming. In 2024, World at Hand received the Institute of International Education Empower Award in recognition of its access-focused programming. The organization also develops the Rural-Urban Exchange, a Colorado-based cross-community leadership and service initiative for high school students, and hosts Community College Virtual Study Abroad Fairs to expand access points for community college students. Study Abroad Scholarships: The organization awarded $4,000 in merit- and need-based study abroad scholarships during 2025 to support access to international academic experiences. Eight $500 scholarships were awarded to eligible students participating in approved education abroad programs. Scholarship recipients traveled to more than 10 countries for academic purposes. 4000 4000 Global Access Passport (GAP) Program: The Global Access Passport program provided 20 students with structured travel literacy and cultural competency training designed to prepare participants for future global education opportunities. The program included workshops on budgeting, travel-planning, documentation requirements, safety, and cross-cultural engagement. During 2025, four students received follow-up support resulting in successful passport acquisition. 0 3929 Beyond Borders: Next Steps Program: In 2025, the organization piloted the Beyond Borders: Next Steps program with two students who had recently completed international education experiences. The program provided structured post-abroad reflection and support addressing reverse culture adjustment, personal development, and goal setting. Participants received professional development assistance including resume development, LinkedIn profile guidance, cover letter preparation, interview practice, and elevator pitch refinement. Early outcomes included increased clarity around personal growth, articulation of skills gained abroad, and continued engagement in global leadership and educational opportunities. 0 868 Other Program Services The organization conducted informational sessions reaching approximately 230 students to introduce pathways to international education and global learning opportunities. Online preparatory programs supported 25 students with foundational knowledge related to study abroad planning, international travel readiness, budgeting, and documentation requirements. The organization hosted a student intern in 2025 to support marketing and communications activities related to program outreach and student engagement. The organization also launched a pilot Virtual Community College Study Abroad Fair in Colorado in collaboration with three international education providers, one four-year institution, and two community colleges. The initiative expanded access points for community college students and promoted awareness of study abroad opportunities within participating institutions. 0 1903 10700 Shawn Wall Executive Director 25 6500 Kevin Wilson Board Chair 0 0 Christina Hadera Board Secretary 0 0 Dora Wall Board Treasurer 0 0 Segen Tekle Marketing Chair 0 0 Kelly Wall Fundraising Chair 0 0 Ike Harvey Program Chair 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 CO Shawn Wall 2662 Cherry St Denver CO 802073039 7204046332 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X 8416 5611 7456 3028 54240 78751 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8416 5611 7456 3028 54240 78751 5651 73100 0 0 0 0 138 138 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 78889 110 0.92662 0 X Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 10 During the year, the organization awarded $4,000 in study abroad scholarships to eligible students as part of its Global Scholars Pathway program. Scholarships were awarded based on application review and demonstrated financial need to support participation in approved international education programs. Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 Other expenses totaling $34,959 consist of operational and program support costs necessary to carry out the organization's exempt educational purpose. Major categories include $17,500 of in-kind fellowship support, technology and software subscriptions (including CRM and virtual program platforms), general liability insurance, website and domain hosting fees, professional memberships and conference registration, travel and lodging related to program development and partnership engagement, bank and payment processing fees, state filing fees, program materials not classified as printing, direct event food and supply costs, purchase of an administrative laptop, and acquisition of passport photo printing equipment to support program services. Equipment purchases were expensed in the year acquired. Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 20 During the year, $495 of previously recorded passport assistance commitments expired when recipients did not claim funds within the designated timeframe. The related liability was released and recorded as an increase in net assets.