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EIN 84-1135942

Bucu West Development Center

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
19
City
Denver
State
Colorado
Year formed
1987
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
NTEE code, primary
S31: Urban, Community Economic Development
Description
To create a destination that promotes and supports entrepreneurs, small business, cultural organizations and residents in an authentic, energetic and energetic and colorful environment. Bucu West's mission is to empower marginalized individuals to overcome poverty by supporting them in establishing and running their own businesses in the denver metro area. Small business support, neighborhood revitalization, economic development. Community Revitalization.
Also known as...
West Community Economic Development Corporation; Morrison Road Business Association
Total revenues
$1,786,734
2023
Total expenses
$1,493,016
2023
Total assets
$3,865,410
2023
Num. employees
19
2023

Program areas at Bucu West Development Center

Small business support, neighborhood revitalization, Economic development.bucu West supports over 300 local businesses annually by creating pathways to ownership for bipoc, women, and immigrant entrepreneurs. Through real estate acquisition, Bucu West mitigates displacement risks and provides affordable commercial spaces, allowing small businesses to thrive and build equity. The organization's kitchen facilities enable culinary entrepreneurs to start with minimal investment, while business consultants offer guidance on licensing and compliance. This holistic approach strengthens denver's Economic fabric, fostering generational wealth and stability in neighborhoods and promoting long-term growth and resilience for underserved communities.

Who funds Bucu West Development Center

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
The Colorado Health FoundationStrengthen Community Health; General Donation To Support Organization Or Program$496,980
The Denver FoundationUrban & Community Economic Development$50,000
Latino Community Foundation of ColoradoGeneral Operating$18,750
...and 1 more grant received

Personnel at Bucu West Development Center

NameTitleCompensation
Julie CasaultChief Operations Officer
Jose EsparzaExecutive Director$113,596
Jeri BarajasBoard President$0
Aaron ElinoffBoard Treasurer$0
Nicole MartinezBoard Secretary$0
...and 1 more key personnel

Financials for Bucu West Development Center

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$2,095,070
Program services$78,807
Investment income and dividends$1,684
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$-388,827
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$0
Total revenues$1,786,734

Form 990s for Bucu West Development Center

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-11-15990View PDF
2022-122023-11-06990View PDF
2021-122022-11-03990View PDF
2020-122021-11-15990View PDF
2019-122021-11-16990View PDF
...and 10 more Form 990s
Data update history
February 9, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
January 12, 2025
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $496,980 from The Colorado Health Foundation
September 21, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
January 21, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
January 1, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $395,520 from The Colorado Health Foundation
Nonprofit Types
Public sector nonprofitsBusiness and community development organizationsCharities
Issues
Community improvementEconomic development
Characteristics
Receives government fundingTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
4200 Morrison Rd Unit 3
Denver, CO 80219
Metro area
Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
County
Denver County, CO
Website URL
bucuwest.com/ 
Phone
(303) 936-4302
IRS details
EIN
84-1135942
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1987
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
S31: Urban, Community Economic Development
NAICS code, primary
926110: Economic Development Corporations and Economic Program Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
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