Hopewest
88% goes to programs $28 to raise $100 Strong reserves Growing revenue
Hopewest is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Grand Jct, Colorado, registered in 1993, with $69,561,560 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 88% of spending to programs.
3090 N 12th St Unit B, Grand Jct, CO, 81506 EIN 84-1207388 Since 1993
Revenue (FY2024)
$69.6M
▲ 17.7% vs prior year
Public Safety median: $166K
Expenses (FY2024)
$62.8M
Net assets
$33.6M
Employees
550
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
AProgram efficiency40% of the rating88% to programs · $28 to raise $100
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 Hopewest: 88% to programs · $28 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating6 mo reserves · +10% margin
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 Hopewest: 6 mo reserves · +10% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
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 Hopewest: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
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 Hopewest: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Profoundly changing how our community experiences serious illness,aging&grief,a family at a time
What they do
Hopewest pace provided high quality care to more than 215 participants in 2024. with pace, a team of health care professionals works with each individual to make sure needed services are coordinated. pace programs get to know their participants and design services to meet each person's unique needs. the center for living your best houses a clinic, adult day center with activities and meals, as well as physical and occupation therapy opportunities that enhance the continued health and well-being of our participants. our dedicated staff ensure each participant is provided with the medical and support services so they can be safe living at home for as long as possible.
Community programs is our third largest program expenditure. services are offered to grieving adults through support groups and one-on-one counseling. hopewest kids provides grief services to children ages 3-19 through school groups, equine therapy, grief camps and art therapy. more than 1,080 children and adults were served last year. we also offer two different palliative care programs. palliative care is for people with serious health conditions not yet eligible for hospice or are still receiving curative treatment. more than 240 patients were served last year. these programs offer a variety of specialized care to meet our patient's needs to gain back quality of life for them and their loved ones.
Retail outlets- hopewest operates retail entities to provide an opportunity for the community to know us before they need us. heirlooms for hospice is an upscale resale store featuring treasures donated by the community. families of those hopewest has served find comfort knowing the treasures they donate help support hopewest. we have three different locations in grand junction, montrose, and delta. we also operate spoons bistro and bakery located on the ferris care center campus in grand junction. while it serves patients and families who are in the care center, it is also a full-service restaurant open to the public. proceeds from both spoons and heirlooms support the programs of hopewest. volunteer services - people with a passion for helping others make our mission possible. more than 1080 volunteers gave 82,276 hours of time in 2024, adding a value of 39.5 full time equivalents (ftes). gifts of time are as unique as those who contribute. volunteers change our world in so many ways. through holding the hands of patients in need, providing art and music therapy to patients, supporting kids coping with grief, beautifying our gardens, creating a one-of-a-kind shopping experience at heirlooms for hospice, making our fundraising events special, and so much more. volunteers are truly the heart of hopewest.
Contact & location
- Address
- 3090 N 12th St Unit B, Grand Jct, CO, 81506
- City
- Grand Jct
- State
- Colorado
- Subcategory
- Public Safety Programs
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $33.6M (FY2013) to $69.6M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $19.0MNet assets $33.6M
Operating margin
9.7%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$52.6M
Total liabilities
$19.0M
Net assets
$33.6M
Salaries & benefits
$36.3M
58% of expenses
Board members
14
13 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $69,561,560▲17.7% | $62,833,081▲13.1% | $33,589,985▲25.0% | $52,621,539▲17.5% | 990 |
| 2023 | $59,103,062▲24.0% | $55,554,239▲13.4% | $26,861,506▲15.2% | $44,781,187▲11.1% | 990 |
| 2022 | $47,679,385▼4.8% | $48,986,551▲1.3% | $23,312,683▼5.3% | $40,314,552▼4.1% | 990 |
| 2021 | $50,070,621▲10.6% | $48,378,001▲7.1% | $24,619,849▲7.4% | $42,051,481▼7.0% | 990 |
| 2020 | $45,285,094▲6.2% | $45,152,117▲9.9% | $22,927,229▲0.6% | $45,193,189▲22.5% | 990 |
| 2019 | $42,627,895▲15.3% | $41,099,640▲10.6% | $22,794,252▲7.2% | $36,895,556▲19.0% | 990 |
| 2018 | $36,978,341▼14.2% | $37,171,577▼5.2% | $21,265,997▼0.9% | $30,997,654▼1.6% | 990 |
| 2017 | $43,091,363▲16.2% | $39,205,520▲6.4% | $21,459,233▲22.1% | $31,491,109▲30.9% | 990 |
| 2016 | $37,087,424▲2.9% | $36,859,603▲1.9% | $17,573,390▲1.3% | $24,055,424▼1.8% | 990 |
| 2015 | $36,034,204 | $36,189,363▲1.9% | $17,345,569▼0.9% | $24,485,532▼2.4% | 990 |
| 2014 | $36,030,170▲7.3% | $35,503,914▲10.6% | $17,500,728▲3.1% | $25,078,782▼0.2% | 990 |
| 2013 | $33,578,787 | $32,110,484▼3.5% | $16,974,472▲9.6% | $25,118,266▲5.4% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $33,268,010▲10.6% | $15,484,169▲0.3% | $23,836,780▲0.4% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $30,086,694▲4.6% | $15,437,614▼0.6% | $23,735,775▼2.9% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $28,753,933 | $15,529,950 | $24,439,139 | 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.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Cassandra Mitchell — $509,793 (0.81% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cassandra Mitchell | President/ceo | 60 | $509,793 |
| Crystal Owens | Chief Medical Director | 50 | $287,215 |
| Sarah Walsh | Former Cfo/senior Vp | 60 | $267,730 |
| Luis Felipe Ramos | Hospice Physician | 45 | $250,409 |
| Georgia Rock | Chief Operating Officer | 70 | $248,632 |
| Terri Walter | Chief Admin Officer/senior | 60 | $230,494 |
| Darrin Green | Hospice Physician | 45 | $215,618 |
| Debra Horwitz | Senior Vp, Chief Developme | 50 | $197,553 |
| Lindsay Kampfer | Vp of Hospice and Palliative Care | 50 | $156,509 |
| Casey Peiffer | Nurse Practioner | 45 | $155,399 |
| Peter Schoomaker | Cfo (until Aug. 2024) | 50 | $79,991 |
| Carter Bair | Cfo/senior Vp | 40 | $15,081 |
| Allison Nadel | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Barbara Butler | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Carolyn Payne | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Chris Thomas | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Dee Burke | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Dr Donald Nicolay | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Jim Pedersen | Secretary/board Member | 6 | — |
| Marc Lassaux | Board Member | 2 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Sodexo Inc & Affiliates | Restaurant Management | $1,815,844 |
| Tabula Rasa Healthcare | Consulting | $681,179 |
| Red Horse Movinghauling | Moving and Hauling Services | $250,661 |
| Multi View Incorporated Systems | Consulting | $126,255 |
| Dwc Cpas Advisors | Audit and Accounting Services | $104,748 |
Grants received · $925K total
50 grants to Hopewest totaling $925K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Hopewest a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Hopewest is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 84-1207388, based in Grand Jct, Colorado. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Hopewest's EIN?
- Hopewest's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 84-1207388.
- How much revenue does Hopewest report?
- Hopewest reported $69,561,560 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Hopewest's spending goes to programs?
- Hopewest spends about 88% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Hopewest have?
- CharityIndex grades Hopewest A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Hopewest's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Hopewest's latest Form 990 is $509,793, paid to Cassandra Mitchell (President/ceo).
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Data for Hopewest (EIN 84-1207388) 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.