Arc Thrift Stores is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Lakewood, Colorado, registered in 2006, with $139,646,133 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A+, and it directs about 94% of spending to programs.
Revenue (FY2024)
$139.6M
▲ 1.5% vs prior year
Human Services median: $293K
Expenses (FY2024)
$141.4M
Net assets
$56.0M
Employees
3,594
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Arc Thrift Stores: 94% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Arc Thrift Stores: 5 mo reserves · -1% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Arc Thrift Stores: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Arc Thrift Stores: 4 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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As one of the nations largest employers of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we believe in the power of employment to foster independence and fulfillment. by providing enriching job opportunities and educational programming, we empower people with autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other intellectual and developmental disabilities to thrive and live their best lives.every year, our programs positively impact thousands of individuals and their families. we celebrate diversity, individuality, equity, and the potential within every person, striving to create a more inclusive society where everyone can reach their full potential.when you shop at arc thrift stores, youre not just saving moneyyoure contributing to a larger cause. youre supporting sustainability efforts by giving new life to gently used items and helping to fund essential programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in your community.
Revenue grew from $66.4M (FY2013) to $139.6M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Operating margin
-1.3%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$173.9M
Total liabilities
$117.9M
Net assets
$56.0M
Salaries & benefits
$73.5M
52% of expenses
Board members
10
10 independent
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $139,646,133▲1.5% | $141,391,827▲6.2% | $55,986,746▲1.8% | $173,868,635▲7.7% | 990 |
| 2023 | $137,550,311▲11.0% | $133,172,606▲9.3% | $54,996,968▲10.8% | $161,439,587▲8.0% | 990 |
| 2022 | $123,896,557▲2.8% | $121,851,569▲12.7% | $49,617,520▲0.1% | $149,549,027▲133% | 990 |
| 2021 | $120,544,439▲8.9% | $108,131,355▲9.9% | $49,577,138▲19.6% | $64,232,403▼5.5% | 990 |
| 2020 | $110,737,659▲31.2% | $98,397,788▲8.1% | $41,448,016▲51.2% | $67,959,026▲49.3% | 990 |
| 2019 | $84,409,975▼13.5% | $91,009,925▼4.4% | $27,417,559▼14.7% | $45,508,544▲7.2% | 990 |
| 2018 | $97,586,573▲9.3% | $95,220,582▲9.7% | $32,129,897▲8.9% | $42,435,502▲9.2% | 990 |
| 2017 | $89,246,047▲16.4% | $86,787,243▲14.8% | $29,514,950▲10.6% | $38,862,735▲7.5% | 990 |
| 2016 | $76,642,362▲6.8% | $75,613,661▲5.6% | $26,688,333▲7.7% | $36,161,368▲7.8% | 990 |
| 2015 | $71,729,409▲3.1% | $71,602,620▲6.0% | $24,774,651▲5.5% | $33,550,822▲1.5% | 990 |
| 2014 | $69,582,133▲4.7% | $67,530,527▲5.3% | $23,477,595▲8.1% | $33,060,657▲1.6% | 990 |
| 2013 | $66,436,062 | $64,143,014▲10.6% | $21,721,531▲13.2% | $32,529,423▲9.5% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $58,009,284▲7.3% | $19,191,567▲23.6% | $29,717,718▲11.4% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $54,050,801▲14.2% | $15,532,361▲34.3% | $26,682,858▲15.8% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $47,338,525▲7.6% | $11,563,523▲52.4% | $23,033,915▲15.3% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $43,998,769 | $7,590,011 | $19,982,179 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Highest-paid: Lloyd Lewis See Sch J Prt II — $549,133 (0.39% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lloyd Lewis See Sch J Prt II | President & Ceo | 50 | $549,133 |
| Erick Martinez | Senior Vp of Stores | 40 | $231,324 |
| Kevin Mann | Cfo | 50 | $204,619 |
| Louise M Vaughn | Director of Hr & It | 40 | $192,983 |
| Margaret Scivicque | Director of Marketing | 40 | $156,027 |
| Marty Schmitt | Dir of Donor Services | 40 | $152,911 |
| Corissa Figaro | It Manager | 40 | $139,814 |
| Barry Hinkley | District Manager | 40 | $133,870 |
| Jonathan Resnick | Controller | 40 | $124,244 |
| Miranda Halverson | Dir of Volunteers | 40 | $122,555 |
| Aspen Kass | Director of Hr | 40 | $110,473 |
| Bruce Stahlman | Former Cfo | 50 | $42,838 |
| Bobby Pesavento | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Charles Chuck Sather | Past Chair | 1 | — |
| Chris Burnett | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Corey Foreman | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Dean Boosalis | Past Chair | 1 | — |
| Dr Henry Roth | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Julie Jolstad | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Mark Wilson | Chairman | 2 | — |
12 grants to Arc Thrift Stores totaling $354K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Gives Foundation | General operating support, workforce development | 2024 | $50,000 |
| The Albertsons Companies Foundation | People with disabilities | 2024 | $25,000 |
| The Albertsons Companies Foundation | People with disabilities | 2023 | $30,000 |
| Denver Foundation | Developmentally disabled centers | 2023 | $8,500 |
| Rose Community Foundation | Working for a purpose | 2022 | $50,000 |
| The Albertsons Companies Foundation | People with disabilities | 2022 | $50,000 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation | Growth | 2022 | $10,000 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation | Growth | 2022 | $10,000 |
| The Albertsons Companies Foundation | People with disabilities | 2021 | $50,000 |
| The Albertsons Companies Foundation | People with disabilities | 2021 | $50,000 |
| Denver Foundation | Working with a purpose program | 2021 | $10,000 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation | Human services | 2015 | $10,000 |
17 grants totaling $16.6M in FY2024 — showing the 15 largest. All grants made by Arc Thrift Stores →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Arc Pikes Peak Region | Support developmentally disabled | $2,049,468 |
| Arc of Denver Inc | Support developmentally disabled | $1,897,110 |
| Arc Arapahoe Douglas & Elbert Counties Inc | Support developmentally disabled | $1,746,344 |
| The Arc-jefferson Clear Creek & Gilpin Counties | Support developmentally disabled | $1,578,407 |
| Arc of Adams County | Support developmentally disabled | $1,337,504 |
| The Arc of Aurora | Support developmentally disabled | $1,159,750 |
| Association For Community Living In Boulder County | Support developmentally disabled | $1,159,479 |
| The Arc of Larimer County Inc | Support developmentally disabled | $1,059,526 |
| The Arc of Northeast Colorado | Support developmentally disabled | $988,371 |
| The Arc of Colorado-advocating For People With Developmental Disab | Support developmentally disabled | $791,416 |
| Arc of Pueblo Inc | Support developmentally disabled | $745,826 |
| Advocacy Resource Coalition For People With Deve Disabilities | Support developmentally disabled | $608,495 |
| Ability Connection Colorado Inc | Support cp disabled | $411,716 |
| Arc of West Central Co | Support developmentally disabled | $355,323 |
| The Arc of Southwest Colorado Inc | Support developmentally disabled | $334,210 |
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Data for Arc Thrift Stores (EIN 84-0515942) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.