The Epworth Foundation

What The Epworth Foundation does

The Epworth Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization incorporated in 2005 in Colorado and headquartered at 1865 Bruce Randolph Avenue in Denver. It operates as the social and humanitarian arm of Epworth United Methodist Church, whose community service roots extend back to the Briggs Mission founded by Melissa Briggs in the early 1890s. The foundation delivers a portfolio of charitable programs organized around four pillars: Youth (Talent Camp arts programs serving 300+ students, Foster Youth Programs, YES! Academy, Drill and Step Teams), Family (emergency assistance, parenting classes, employment services, Family to Family reunification program, housing assistance), Hunger Prevention (the Denver Feed-A-Family Thanksgiving Program, with 50,000+ baskets distributed since 2003, and a Food Bank serving 175+ families monthly), and Health (9 Health Fair, AIDS/HIV awareness). It serves 10,000-12,000 individuals and families annually, concentrated in the 80205 zip code.

The foundation does not operate proprietary technology; its digital infrastructure consists of a WordPress website, BetterUnite donation platform, and Jotform registration forms. There is no AI capability, API, or proprietary software product. Revenue mechanics are donation-driven (individual and corporate contributions via BetterUnite and direct channels), supplemented by special-event fundraising (the 23rd Annual Golf Tournament, August 15, 2025) and nominal program registration fees ($50 for one child, $100 for two, $150 for three for VBS Summer Talent Camp 2026). Distribution occurs through direct service at the Denver headquarters, church-based channels, and a formalized Agency Partnership Network for Feed-A-Family. Two planned initiatives — The Epworth School (a trade school for ages 14-22) and the Keep Your EYES on the Prize youth employment program — signal a strategic intent to expand into education-to-employment pathways.

Name

The Epworth Foundation

Legal name

The Epworth Foundation

Website

https://epworthfoundation.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Epworth Foundation is a Denver-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing emergency assistance, youth development, hunger prevention, and health programs to 10,000-12,000 families and youth annually in the 80205 zip code. It funds operations through donations, fundraising events, and nominal program fees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

NAICS

Community Food Services (624210), Educational Support Services (611710), Civic and Social Organizations (8134)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

After-School, Tutoring & Academic Enrichment Nonprofits (BPAGADAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

K–12 Support & School Improvement Nonprofits (BPAGADAB), Youth Justice, At-Risk Youth & Violence Prevention Nonprofits (BPAGADAM), Dropout Prevention, Alternative Education & Re-Engagement Nonprofits (BPAGADAL), Youth Mental Health, Counseling & Wellbeing (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAK)

Keywords

• Community social services
• Youth development programs
• Emergency family assistance
• Food bank services
• Nonprofit charitable programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Denver

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The foundation relies on donations from individuals, corporations, and community members to fund its programs and services. Donations are accepted through their BetterUnite platform and other channels.
2. Special Events Fundraising: Annual fundraising events including the 23rd Annual Golf Tournament (August 15th, 2025) serve as major revenue generation activities while also building community engagement.
3. Program Registration Fees: VBS Summer Talent Camp charges registration fees: $50 for one child, $100 for two children, and $150 for three children. Optional donations can be added during registration.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Epworth Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization that delivers emergency assistance, youth development programs, hunger prevention services, and family support to vulnerable populations in Denver's east side. Its programs span food bank and Thanksgiving basket distribution, talent camp and arts-based youth programs, foster youth independent living services, family reunification, parenting classes, employment and housing assistance, and community health screenings. Services are provided free or at minimal cost, funded primarily through donations, fundraising events, and modest program registration fees.

Product overview

The Epworth Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides emergency assistance and community support services in east Denver, Colorado. Rather than a single unified product, the Foundation operates a comprehensive portfolio of charitable programs organized around four core areas: Youth (including Talent Camp, Foster Youth Programs, Drill and Step Teams, and Work Programs), Family (emergency assistance, parenting classes, employment services, and housing assistance), Hunger Prevention (the Denver Feed-A-Family Program, Food Bank serving 175+ families monthly), and Health (9 Health Fair, AIDS/HIV awareness). Additional programs include the 2026 Scholarship Fund, VBS Summer Talent Camp, Family to Family Program, YES! Academy, and annual Christmas gifting. The Foundation also has planned initiatives including The Epworth School (trade school) and the Keep Your EYES on the Prize youth employment program. The organization serves 10,000-12,000 individuals and families annually with particular focus on the 80205 zip code area.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Talent Camp An arts-based youth development program serving more than 300 students as part of the foundation's youth development initiatives.
• Denver Feed-A-Family Program Annual Thanksgiving food distribution program that honors the legacy of 'Daddy Bruce' Randolph and provides holiday meals to families in need. Over 50,000 Thanksgiving Baskets have been distributed since 2003.
• Epworth Foundation Food Bank Food bank serving more than 175 families each month as part of the foundation's hunger prevention efforts.
• Foster Youth Programs Programs that teach independent living skills to youth in foster care.
• Family to Family Program Program that reunites children with their families, initiated by Pastor King Harris in 2005.
• YES! Academy Youth program assisting young people through educational and support services.
• Drill and Step Teams Youth activity programs providing structured engagement and skill development.
• Annual Christmas Gifting Program Holiday giving program that assists families and children during the Christmas season.
• 9 Health Fair Annual health fair providing health screenings and wellness services to the community.
• AIDS/HIV Awareness and Education Programs Health programs focused on awareness, education, and prevention of AIDS and HIV.
• Emergency Assistance for Families in Crisis Core family support services providing stability and assistance to families experiencing crisis situations.
• Fatherhood/Motherhood Parenting Classes and Peer Support Groups Educational programs supporting parenting skills and providing peer support for mothers and fathers.
• Employment-Related Services Services helping community members find and maintain employment.
• Low-Income Housing Assistance Support services helping low-income families with housing needs.
• 2026 Scholarship Fund Scholarship program funded and administered by The Epworth Foundation for new, transfer, and continuing students, with application deadline August 7, 2026.
• VBS Summer Talent Camp 2026 Summer camp program for children with arts-based activities and field trips, with registration fees of $50 for one child, $100 for two children, and $150 for three children.

Quantifiable outcome

• Helps 10,000-12,000 individuals and families annually
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Agency Partners (Denver Feed-A-Family Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAgency partners play a vital role in helping The Epworth Foundation serve families across Denver. Partners help identify families in need, coordinate volunteers, and spread the spirit of giving through the Feed-A-Family Thanksgiving Distribution and other community programs throughout the year. The foundation has an Agency Partnership Interest Form for organizations wanting to become official agency partners.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Brothers Redevelopment: Denver-based nonprofit providing housing assistance, weatherization, and support services for low-income seniors and families. Comparable to Epworth's low-income housing assistance and family services portfolio.
• Clayton Early Learning: Denver-based early childhood education nonprofit serving low-income families with preschool and family support services. Comparable to Epworth's VBS Summer Talent Camp and family/child-serving programs in the same Denver community.
• Warren Village: Denver nonprofit serving low-income families with housing, early childhood education, and family support services. Closely comparable to Epworth's integrated family crisis, housing, and youth/family support model in the same metro area.
• Food Bank of the Rockies: Large Denver-area hunger relief nonprofit operating food distribution across Colorado and Wyoming. Directly comparable to Epworth's food bank and Feed-A-Family hunger programs at significantly larger scale, making it the most relevant operational peer for hunger prevention activities.
• Denver Rescue Mission: Long-established Denver faith-based nonprofit serving individuals and families experiencing poverty, hunger, and homelessness. Closely comparable to Epworth's emergency assistance, food, and family stabilization mission within the same Denver metro geography.
• Metro Caring: Denver-based anti-hunger and poverty nonprofit operating a food pantry plus wraparound services including nutrition education and benefits navigation. Directly comparable to Epworth's food bank plus family stabilization offering in the same city.

Broad incumbents

• Mile High United Way: Major Denver-area community impact and fundraising organization supporting family stability, education, and income programs. Comparable as a funder/convener in the same Denver social services ecosystem and a potential partnership or competitor for corporate donor dollars.
• Goodwill of Colorado: Colorado workforce development and employment services nonprofit with historical ties to Epworth's founding church lineage (Goodwill was originally spun out of Epworth in 1931). Comparable as an employment/youth workforce services peer in the same Denver geography.
• Catholic Charities of Denver: Large, established Denver-area faith-based social services organization offering emergency assistance, housing, family services, and youth programs. Comparable to Epworth across multiple service lines but at materially greater scale and broader program portfolio.

Regional players

• Brent's Place: Colorado nonprofit providing housing and family support services for families with seriously ill children. Comparable to Epworth's family crisis and wraparound services model, though serving a more specialized medical-need population within the broader Colorado region.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/epworthfoundation
• Instagraminstagram.com/theepworthfoundation

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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