Colors Plus
Our mission is to strengthen lgbtq+ youth and families through (continued on schedule o) advocacy, support, education, and celbration. Since 2018, colors+ has been building a brighter future …
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TransYou: 30 youth served. This weekly gathering invites transgender and gender expansive youth (ages 11-20) into a safe space. Facilitated with a focus on mental health, these conversations are wide-ranging and often address issues facing youth in their daily lives. Attending youth have the opportunity to meet and build connections with other young folks with similar experiences; feedback from attendees often reflects the necessity of understanding that gender nonconforming youth are not alone, and are valid and precious exactly as they are. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this programming has been offered digitally. TransYou is offered in partnership with the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland. TransYou has also expanded to offer monthly play groups for gender nonconforming youth ages 3-12. …
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Mission
Our mission is to strengthen lgbtq+ youth and families through (continued on schedule o) advocacy, support, education, and celbration. Since 2018, colors+ has been building a brighter future for cuyahoga county's lgbtq+ youth. Colors+ offers diverse mental, emotional, and social support services for lgbtq+ youth as young as 3 and up through age 19, with every program designed and administered by a trained specialist. We believe that support the entire family means better support for each kid, so we offer peer support opportunities for parents/guardians. Colors+ offfers professional consulting and training services, focused on direct service professions that regularly interact with lgbtq+ youth. Accumulated value of volunteer hours: $26,084.10.
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· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Colors Plus has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 98% of similar organizations. See the sources
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 86% of the 53,450 youth development charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
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- financial records (4 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyColors Plus is a registered youth development nonprofit based in Fairview Park, OH, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2018 and has been operating for 8 years. Its EIN is 824726625. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 74/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $211K in annual revenue. 44 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Colors Plus's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 824726625. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Colors Plus has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 74 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for youth development charities in United States is 90/100.
Colors Plus is located in Fairview Park, OH, United States. The organization was established in 2018 and has been active for 8 years.
Based on official tax filings, Colors Plus has $211K in annual revenue. It allocates 74% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 82% for youth development charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Colors Plus is classified as a Youth Development organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $211K in annual revenue. The organization has 44 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Colors Plus. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, Colors Plus holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 74% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 82%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
TransYou: 30 youth served. This weekly gathering invites transgender and gender expansive youth (ages 11-20) into a safe space. Facilitated with a focus on mental health, these conversations are wide-ranging and often address issues facing youth in their daily lives. Attending youth have the opportunity to meet and build connections with other young folks with similar experiences; feedback from attendees often reflects the necessity of understanding that gender nonconforming youth are not alone, and are valid and precious exactly as they are. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this programming has been offered digitally. TransYou is offered in partnership with the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland. TransYou has also expanded to... Colors Plus is classified as a youth development organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2018.
Among youth development charities registered in United States: It allocates 74% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 82%. Its annual revenue of $211K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Colors Plus are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Colors Plus is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 824726625, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
COLORS PLUS is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (18)
Source: Public filings
18 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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Govee LED Smart Floor Lamp Nears Black Friday Pricing After Sudden Price Drop, Featuring 16 Million DIY Colors - Kotaku
Hoka is selling $140 running shoes as low as $98 in 11 colors (plus 10 more deals) - Yahoo
I’ve Worn These Wrinkle-free Pants on 6 Trips This Year—I'm Grabbing More Colors, Plus Other Styles From $30 - Travel + Leisure
My Favorite Athleta Travel Pants Are Finally on Sale—I'm Grabbing More Colors, Plus Other Styles From $21 - Travel + Leisure
Oura just dropped a new ceramic ring in 4 gorgeous colors — plus multi-ring support is finally here - Mashable
Stylists Reveal This Fall’s Most Popular Colors—Plus 11 Pieces You Can Shop in the Pretty Hues - Real Simple
Leak: iPhone 17 Lineup to Mimic MacBook Air M4 Colors, Plus One Bold Addition - Yahoo Tech
Leak: iPhone 17 Lineup to Mimic MacBook Air M4 Colors, Plus One Bold Addition - extremetech.com
Street Fighter 6 Sagat Arrives Fighting Pass trailer reveals closer look at the new EX costume colors plus more content - EventHubs
2026 Buick Lineup Updates: Pretty New Colors, Plus a Little More - MotorTrend
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 44 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
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What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 44 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2018
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Quick facts about Colors Plus
- What is Colors Plus?
- Colors Plus is a youth development supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Fairview Park, United States. TransYou: 30 youth served. This weekly gathering invites transgender and gender expansive youth (ages 11-20) into a safe space. Facilitated with a focus on mental health, these conversations are wide-ranging and often address issues facing youth in their daily lives. Attending youth have the opportunity to meet and build connections with other young folks with similar experiences; feedback from attendees often reflects the necessity of understanding that gender nonconforming youth are not alone, and are valid and precious exactly as they are. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this programming has been offered digitally. TransYou is offered in partnership with the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland. TransYou has also expanded to offer monthly play groups for gender nonconforming youth ages 3-12. TransYou playgroups offer kids the opportunity to play, engage, cooperate, and create in a safe and affirming space with other kids who share their experiences. During playgroups, parents and family members can gather in a separate space to share support and information Dungeons and Dragons: 8 youth served. Because play is a primary way that youth connect, collaborate, engage, and learn, we offer a Dungeons & Dragons night for LGBTQ+ youth ages 11-19 every week and a half, alternating Saturdays and Tuesdays. This play experience leverages fictional characters to help youth try on various qualities and choices that they might not feel comfortable experimenting with in daily life. This activity builds strong social support, builds self-confidence, allows youth to explore their identity safely, and allows participants to express their creativity, problem-solving, and decision-making in real time. Connections Drop-In: 15 youth served. Connections is our foundational program, built to honor the pressing need for peer support among LGBTQ+ youth. Connections is a drop-in program, hosted on weekday afternoons as an open space so that youth can attend after school and while mainta
- When was Colors Plus founded?
- Colors Plus was founded in 2018.
- Who leads Colors Plus?
- Colleen Cronin serves as President.
- Where is Colors Plus located?
- Headquartered in Fairview Park, OH, United States.
- What is Colors Plus's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 74% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Colors Plus trustworthy?
- Colors Plus has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Colors Plus's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 824726625. Registration: 82-4726625 (United States).
- What is Colors Plus's website?
- http://www.colorsplus.org