Merit Academy
AI Summary
Merit Academy is a nonprofit organization focused on elementary and secondary education in the Ute Pass/Woodland Park region. With an operating budget of $6.8 million and total revenue of $5.4 million for the 2024 filing year, the organization is committed to nurturing the minds and hearts of K-12 youth through classical education and the principles of moral character and civic virtue. Merit Academy does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue. For more information, visit www.merit.academy.
Mission Statement
Merit Academy will cultivate the minds and nurture the hearts of K-12 youth in the Ute Pass/Woodland Park region with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue, employing honored foundations of classical education and Core Knowledge.
Cause Areas
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Elementary and secondary education
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Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merit Academy’s budget?
In 2024, Merit Academy reported an annual operating budget of around $6.8 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does Merit Academy support?
Merit Academy supports work in Elementary and secondary education.
Where does Merit Academy operate?
Merit Academy is headquartered in Woodland Park, CO.
Who funded Merit Academy recently?
In 2025, Merit Academy received grants from SAFARI CLUB INT'L COLORADO CHAPTER, MIDWAY USA FOUNDATION INC, and THE SPROUTS HEALTHY COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant Merit Academy received in 2024?
The largest grant to Merit Academy in 2024 exceeds $11 thousand.
What is Merit Academy’s reliance on government grants?
Merit Academy relied on government grants for more than 5% of their total revenue in 2024.