Transparency
Accountability is part of the promise.
We publish our leadership, financials, and grantmaking totals as they grow. This page will expand as the Foundation does.
Current Status
The Ties Foundation is a Colorado 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our first grant cycle opens early 2027. Our first full financial reports and grantmaking totals will be published after that cycle closes.
Legal & Regulatory
IRS determination letter (effective April 2, 2026): Download PDF. EIN 41-5288450. Public charity status: 170(b)(1)(A)(vi).
Incorporated in Colorado, April 2, 2026. Colorado Entity ID 20261414710.
Governance
See our board of directors and staff on the About page. Our bylaws and conflict-of-interest policy are available on request.
Annual Report
Our first annual report will be published here after our first full fiscal year of operation.
Form 990
Our Form 990 will be posted here annually once filed, and will also be available through ProPublica’s Nonprofit Explorer.
Questions
If you have a question about our finances or governance that isn’t answered here, ask us directly: info@thetiesfoundation.org.