Nonprofit · EIN 85-3176673
WORLD AT HAND
Tax-exempt · DENVER, CO 80207
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $54,488 | $47,771 | $6,717 | $17,832 | $0 | $17,832 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $3,028 | $1,491 | $1,537 | $11,115 | $495 | $10,620 |
| September 30, 2024 | 990-EZ | $9,233 | $7,245 | $1,988 | $9,578 | $495 | $9,083 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $54,240
- Program service revenue
- $110
- Investment income
- $138
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $4,000
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $6,500
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $7,200
- Printing, publications and postage
- $1,612
- Other expenses
- $34,959
- Program services (functional)
- $10,700
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $11,115
- Total assets, end of year
- $17,832
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $17,832
- Cash, savings and investments
- $17,832
- Gross receipts
- $54,488
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawn Wall | Executive Director | 25 | $6,500 |
| 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 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 7 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawn Wall | Executive Director | 20 | $500 |
| 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 |
990-EZ for the year ended September 30, 2024: 7 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawn Wall | Executive Director | 30 | $0 |
| Kevin Wilson | Board Chair | 1 | $0 |
| Christina Hadera | Board Secretary | 1 | $0 |
| Dora Wall | Board Treasurer | 1 | $0 |
| Segen Tekle | Marketing Chair | 1 | $0 |
| Kelly Wall | Fundraising Chair | 1 | $0 |
| Ike Harvey | Program Chair | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 2662 CHERRY ST, DENVER, CO 80207-3039
- In care of
- % SHAWN WALL
- Mailing address (990-N for 2022)
- 2662 Cherry St, Denver CO 80207
- Principal officer (990-N for 2022)
- Shawn Wall, 2662 Cherry St, Denver CO 80207
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Shawn Wall, Founder and Executive Director
- Phone
- (720) 515-4523
- Website
- www.worldathand.org
Mission
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.
Program accomplishments
- 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.Expenses $4,000 · grants $4,000
- 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.Expenses $3,929
- 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.Expenses $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.Expenses $1,903
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | Check at the IRS |
IRS record
- EIN
- 85-3176673
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2021
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Education (B82)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $17,832
- Income (IRS master file)
- $54,488
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $54,488 | $47,771 | $17,832 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $3,028 | $1,491 | $11,115 | XML |
| 990-EZ | September 2024 | $9,233 | $7,245 | $9,578 | XML |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: Shawn Wall | September 30, 2023 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-EZ | September 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: SHAWN WALL | September 30, 2021 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 85-3176673).
Questions about WORLD AT HAND
- What is the EIN of WORLD AT HAND?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of WORLD AT HAND is 85-3176673.
- Is WORLD AT HAND tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2021.
- Are donations to WORLD AT HAND tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does WORLD AT HAND file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of WORLD AT HAND due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did WORLD AT HAND last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of WORLD AT HAND?
- The 990-N for 2022 names Shawn Wall.
- Who are the officers and directors of WORLD AT HAND?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 7 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $6,500 (Shawn Wall, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does WORLD AT HAND have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $54,488, expenses of $47,771 and total assets of $17,832 at year end.
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