METRO CARING
DENVER, CO | Denver County
Community Services
Overview
METRO CARING
84-6116951
1100 E 18TH AVE
DENVER, CO 80218
Denver County
DENVER, CO 80218
Denver County
(303) 860-7200
info@metrocaring.org
Mission Statement
METRO CARING WORKS WITH OUR COMMUNITY TO MEET PEOPLE’S IMMEDIATE NEED FOR NUTRITIOUS FOOD WHILE BUILDING A MOVEMENT TO ADDRESS THE ROOT CAUSES OF HUNGER.
CRA Category
- Community Services
Nonprofit location
- This nonprofit is not located in any CRA geographies.
Awards & Certifications
- This nonprofit has not received any CRA awards or certifications.
Founded
1974
Total Employees
32
Total Volunteers
1,161
Nonprofit Classification (NTEE Code)
-
Not reported
IRS Activity Codes
569
Referral service (social agencies)
408
Community service organization
-
Not reported
Standard Business Classification (NAICS Code)
-
Not reported
Targeted Clients
- Economically Disadvantaged
- Families
- Homeless
- Immigrants or Refugees
- LGBTQ Individuals
- Men
- Military
- Minority-Owned Businesses
- Native Americans
- Senior Citizens
- Small Businesses
- Veterans
- Unemployed
- Women
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
- Medicaid Recipients
- People Living Below Poverty Level
- SNAP Recipients
- SSI Recipients
- Welfare Recipients
CRA Alignment
CRA Category
Community Services
Social services and other support for low- and moderate-income, homeless or at-risk individuals.
100%
Percent LMI Served
as reported by the nonprofit
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LOWHIGH
LOWHIGH
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Programs & Services
Food Access
At Metro Caring, we're meeting people's immediate food needs while addressing the root cause of hunger: poverty. We provide nutritious groceries to our neighbors, and also offer comprehensive anti-hunger resources so that families can stop hunger at its root. Our Fresh Foods Market is at the heart of Metro Caring. Shoppers choose from an array of nutritious foods based on their dietary needs and preferences, and leave with a week's supply of groceries, including fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, dairy, and lean protein. We support hundreds of individuals and families each day to address immediate food access issues through our Fresh Foods Market and food disbursement through community partners.
Targeted Clients
- Disabled
- Economically Disadvantaged
- Entrepreneurs
- Families
- Foster Youth
- Homeless
- Immigrants or Refugees
- Job Seekers
- Men
- Military
- Minority Individuals
- Minority-Owned Businesses
- Native Americans
- People in Recovery
- Senior Citizens
- Small Businesses
- Veterans
- Unemployed
- Women
- Women-Owned Businesses
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
- People Living Below Poverty Level
- Medicaid Recipients
- SNAP Recipients
- SSI Recipients
- Welfare Recipients
Nutrition
Our nutrition programming, offered in both English and Spanish, hosts workshops and cooking clubs for youth and adults aimed at education and prevention of chronic health conditions as well as providing opportunities for community members to celebrate their culture and food traditions.
Targeted Clients
- Children & Youth
- Economically Disadvantaged
- Families
- General Public
- LGBTQ Individuals
- Men
- Minority Individuals
- Native Americans
- People in Recovery
- Senior Citizens
- Veterans
- Unemployed
- Women
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
- People Living Below Poverty Level
- Medicaid Recipients
- SNAP Recipients
- SSI Recipients
- USDA Free or Reduced Lunch Students
- Welfare Recipients
Urban Agriculture
Through our urban agriculture programs, we provide avenues for community members to engage in our local food system through community gardens and other growing activities.
Targeted Clients
- Children & Youth
- College Students
- Disabled
- Economically Disadvantaged
- K-12 Students
- Families
- General Public
- Immigrants or Refugees
- LGBTQ Individuals
- Men
- Military
- Minority Individuals
- Native Americans
- Senior Citizens
- Small Farms
- Veterans
- Unemployed
- Women
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
- People Living Below Poverty Level
- Medicaid Recipients
- SNAP Recipients
- SSI Recipients
- USDA Free or Reduced Lunch Students
- Welfare Recipients
Community Development
Our community development team focuses on community wealth building and has supported several small business owners with technical assistance, seed funding and equipment rentals to ensure their businesses are able to grow and continue to support their families and community.
Targeted Clients
- Disabled
- Economically Disadvantaged
- Entrepreneurs
- LGBTQ Individuals
- Men
- Military
- Minority Individuals
- Minority-Owned Businesses
- Native Americans
- Senior Citizens
- Small Businesses
- Veterans
- Women
- Women-Owned Businesses
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
- People Living Below Poverty Level
- Medicaid Recipients
- SNAP Recipients
- SSI Recipients
Awards & Certifications
Community Development Financial Institution
Community Development Financial Institution Award Recipient
New Market Tax Credit Recipient
HUD Counseling Agency
Low Income Housing Tax Credit Recipient
IRS Summary
Income
$10.6M
Revenue
$15.9M
Assets
$14.8M
IRS Business Master File Details
As of March 2025
Exempt Ruling Date
1975-04
Deductibility Status
Deductible
Last Tax Filing
2024
Organization Type
Corporation
Organization Tax Filing Status
990 (all other) or 990EZ return
Foundation Tax Filing Status
990-PF not required by IRS
Affiliation Classification
Independent Organization
Basis for Foundation/Public Charity Status
Organization which receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or the general public 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
IRS Publication 78 Details
As of March 2025
Verified in Publication 78
Yes
Deductibility Limitation
50% (60% for cash contributions)
Organization Description
A public charity
IRS Form 990 Returns
Through December 2024
Tax period ending in
2020-03
Nonprofit Location
Main Address
1100 E 18TH AVE
DENVER, CO 80218
Denver County
DENVER, CO 80218
Denver County
Area Type
Metropolitan Statistical Area
FIPS Geocoded Address
19740
MSA/MD
08
State
031
County
0031.02
Tract
Upper
Income Level
Core-Based Statistical Area
19740 - Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO
Combined Statistical Area
216 - Denver-Aurora-Greeley, CO
Metropolitan Division
Not located in an MD.
Located In
Low- or Moderate-Income Census Tract
Opportunity Zone
Majority Minority Census Tract
33.39%
FFIEC Distressed Census Tract
FFIEC Underserved Census Tract
Geographies Served
- CO - All Counties
- CO - Adams County
- CO - Arapahoe County
- CO - Broomfield County
- CO - Denver County
- CO - Douglas County
- CO - Jefferson County
Market Data
| Census Tract | County | |
|---|---|---|
| 0031.02 | Denver County | |
| Population | ||
| Total Population | 4,082 | 713,734 |
| Total Households | 1,938 | 329,578 |
| Income | ||
| Median Income* | $152,561 | $91,681 |
| Median Family Income (2024 FFIEC est.) | $130,400 | $125,500 |
| Tract Income Percentage | 147.89% | N/A |
| Below Poverty Level | 17.2% | 11.2% |
| Unemployment Level | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Housing | ||
| Total Housing Units | 2,182 | 352,593 |
| Total Owner-Occupied Units | 22.1% | 49.1% |
| Total Renter-Occupied Units | 66.7% | 50.9% |
| Total Vacant Units | 11.2% | 5.9% |
* Census Tract Median Income based on 2020 Tract Median Family Income as reported in the 2024 FFIEC Census Flat File. County Income based on Median Household Income as reported in the 2023 American Community Survey.
Management
14
Total Voting Members
in Governing Body
in Governing Body
13
Independent Voting Members
in Governing Body
in Governing Body
Tax Filing Signatory
Erik Hicks
(303) 860-7200
(303) 860-7200
Principal Officer
Teva Sienicki
findCRA Profile Owner
Judith Ackerman
Senior Manager of Development
development@metrocaring.org
Senior Manager of Development
development@metrocaring.org
Key Policies & Documents
Written Conflict of Interest Policy
Written Document Retention & Destruction Policy
Written Whistleblower Policy
CEO Compensation Review Process
Written Minutes of Board Meetings
Financial Statements & Reporting
Compiled or Reviewed by an Independent Accountant
Audited by an Independent Accountant
Included in Consolidated Financial Statements
Internal Audit Committee Review
Federal Grant Audit Required
Federal Grant Audit Performed
Organization Activities
Provides Credit Counseling
Conducts Gaming Activities
Engages in Lobbying Activities
Engages in Political Activities
Makes Grants to Individuals
Makes Grants to Organizations
Information in this section is extracted from the nonprofit's e-filed tax return and based on answers provided by the nonprofit in their 990 e-filed for the tax period ending on 2022-03.
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