Form990-PF


Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Return of Private Foundation
or Section 4947(a)(1) Trust Treated as Private Foundation
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2021
Open to Public Inspection
For calendar year 2021, or tax year beginning 01-01-2021 , and ending 12-31-2021
Name of foundation
FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
 
Number and street (or P.O. box number if mail is not delivered to street address)4908 TOWER ROAD 108
  Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
DENVER, CO80249
A Employer identification number

84-1396597
B Telephone number (see instructions)

(303) 486-8965
C bullet
G Check all that apply:

D 1. Foreign organizations, check here............. bullet
2. Foreign organizations meeting the 85%
test, check here and attach computation ... bullet
E bullet
H Check type of organization:
F bullet
I Fair market value of all assets at end
of year (from Part II, col. (c),
line 16)bullet$1,151,774J Accounting method:
 
(Part I, column (d) must be on cash basis.)
Part I Analysis of Revenue and Expenses (The total of amounts in columns (b), (c), and (d) may not necessarily equal the amounts in column (a) (see instructions).) (a) Revenue and
expenses per
books 		(b) Net investment
income 		(c) Adjusted net
income 		(d) Disbursements
for charitable
purposes
(cash basis only)
Revenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, etc., received (attach schedule) 5,029,650
2 Check bullet.............
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash investments 74 74  
4 Dividends and interest from securities...      
5a Gross rents............      
b Net rental income or (loss)  
6a Net gain or (loss) from sale of assets not on line 10 -52,667
b Gross sales price for all assets on line 6a 1,269,317
7 Capital gain net income (from Part IV, line 2)... 386,995
8 Net short-term capital gain.........  
9 Income modifications...........  
10a Gross sales less returns and allowances  
b Less: Cost of goods sold....  
c Gross profit or (loss) (attach schedule).....    
11 Other income (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 259,163 0 258,298
12 Total. Add lines 1 through 11........ 5,236,220 387,069 258,298
Operating and Administrative Expenses 13 Compensation of officers, directors, trustees, etc. 149,888 0 33,584 116,304
14 Other employee salaries and wages...... 672,543 0 114,158 558,385
15 Pension plans, employee benefits....... 148,924 0 33,367 115,556
16a Legal fees (attach schedule)......... Click to see attachment 10,711 0 0 10,711
b Accounting fees (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 18,053 1,805 0 10,053
c Other professional fees (attach schedule).... Click to see attachment 612,347 0 0 589,909
17 Interest...............        
18 Taxes (attach schedule) (see instructions)...        
19 Depreciation (attach schedule) and depletion... Click to see attachment 14,117 0 9,585
20 Occupancy.............. 32,561 0 0 32,561
21 Travel, conferences, and meetings....... 24,639 0 0 23,611
22 Printing and publications..........        
23 Other expenses (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 1,438,881 502 67,604 1,318,109
24 Total operating and administrative expenses.
Add lines 13 through 23.......... 3,122,664 2,307 258,298 2,775,199
25 Contributions, gifts, grants paid....... 1,821,002 1,821,002
26 Total expenses and disbursements. Add lines 24 and 25 4,943,666 2,307 258,298 4,596,201
27 Subtract line 26 from line 12:
a Excess of revenue over expenses and disbursements 292,554
b Net investment income (if negative, enter -0-) 384,762
c Adjusted net income (if negative, enter -0-)... 0
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see instructions.
Cat. No. 11289X Form 990-PF (2021)
Form 990-PF (2021)
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Part II Balance Sheets Attached schedules and amounts in the description column
should be for end-of-year amounts only. (See instructions.) 		Beginning of year End of year
(a) Book Value (b) Book Value (c) Fair Market Value
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing............. 98,089 3,401 3,401
2 Savings and temporary cash investments......... 534,709 764,089 764,089
3 Accounts receivable bullet214,221
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet   226,675 214,221 214,221
4 Pledges receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
5 Grants receivable.................      
6 Receivables due from officers, directors, trustees, and other
disqualified persons (attach schedule) (see instructions).....      
7 Other notes and loans receivable (attach schedule) bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
8 Inventories for sale or use..............      
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges.......... 10,966 133,174 133,174
10a Investments—U.S. and state government obligations (attach schedule)      
b Investments—corporate stock (attach schedule).......      
c Investments—corporate bonds (attach schedule).......      
11 Investments—land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet        
12 Investments—mortgage loans.............      
13 Investments—other (attach schedule)..........      
14 Land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet203,490
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet166,601 47,507 Click to see attachment36,889 36,889
15 Other assets (describe bullet)      
16 Total assets (to be completed by all filers—see the
instructions. Also, see page 1, item I) 917,946 1,151,774 1,151,774
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses.......... 134,719 93,797
18 Grants payable.................    
19 Deferred revenue.................    
20 Loans from officers, directors, trustees, and other disqualified persons    
21 Mortgages and other notes payable (attach schedule)......    
22 Other liabilities (describe bullet) Click to see attachment4,614 Click to see attachment4,430
23 Total liabilities (add lines 17 through 22)......... 139,333 98,227
Net Assets or Fund Balances Foundations that follow FASB ASC 958, check here bullet
and complete lines 24, 25, 29 and 30.
24 Net assets without donor restrictions........... 778,613 1,053,547
25 Net assets with donor restrictions............    
Foundations that do not follow FASB ASC 958, check here bullet
and complete lines 26 through 30.
26 Capital stock, trust principal, or current funds........    
27 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, bldg., and equipment fund    
28 Retained earnings, accumulated income, endowment, or other funds    
29 Total net assets or fund balances (see instructions)..... 778,613 1,053,547
30 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances (see instructions). 917,946 1,151,774
Part III
Analysis of Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances
1
Total net assets or fund balances at beginning of year—Part II, column (a), line 29 (must agree with end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) ...............
1
778,613
2
Enter amount from Part I, line 27a .....................
2
292,554
3
Other increases not included in line 2 (itemize) bullet
3
0
4
Add lines 1, 2, and 3 ..........................
4
1,071,167
5
Decreases not included in line 2 (itemize) bulletClick to see attachment
5
17,620
6
Total net assets or fund balances at end of year (line 4 minus line 5)—Part II, column (b), line 29 .
6
1,053,547
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Part IV
Capital Gains and Losses for Tax on Investment Income
(a) List and describe the kind(s) of property sold (e.g., real estate,
2-story brick warehouse; or common stock, 200 shs. MLC Co.)		 (b)
How acquired
P—Purchase
D—Donation 		(c)
Date acquired
(mo., day, yr.) 		(d)
Date sold
(mo., day, yr.)
1 a SALE OF DONATED HOMES D 2021-11-09 2021-12-31
b
c
d
e
(e)
Gross sales price 		(f)
Depreciation allowed
(or allowable) 		(g)
Cost or other basis
plus expense of sale 		(h)
Gain or (loss)
(e) plus (f) minus (g)
a 1,269,317   882,322 386,995
b
c
d
e
Complete only for assets showing gain in column (h) and owned by the foundation on 12/31/69 (l)
Gains (Col. (h) gain minus
col. (k), but not less than -0-) or
Losses (from col.(h))
(i)
F.M.V. as of 12/31/69 		(j)
Adjusted basis
as of 12/31/69 		(k)
Excess of col. (i)
over col. (j), if any
a       386,995
b
c
d
e
2 Capital gain net income or (net capital loss) Bracket If gain, also enter in Part I, line 7
If (loss), enter -0- in Part I, line 7		 Bracket 2 386,995
3 Net short-term capital gain or (loss) as defined in sections 1222(5) and (6):
If gain, also enter in Part I, line 8, column (c) (see instructions). If (loss), enter -0-
in Part I, line 8 ................... 		Bracket 3  
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Part V
Excise Tax Based on Investment Income (Section 4940(a), 4940(b), 4940(e), or 4948—see instructions)
1a Exempt operating foundations described in section 4940(d)(2), check here Bullet and enter “N/A" on line 1. Bracket for line 1a
Date of ruling or determination letter:   (attach copy of letter if necessary–see instructions)
b All other domestic foundations enter 1.39% (0.0139) of line 27b. Exempt foreign organizations enter 4% (0.04) of Part I, line 12, col. (b)
2 Tax under section 511 (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 2 0
3 Add lines 1 and 2........................... 3 5,348
4 Subtitle A (income) tax (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 4 0
5 Tax based on investment income. Subtract line 4 from line 3. If zero or less, enter -0- ..... 5 5,348
6 Credits/Payments:
a 2021 estimated tax payments and 2020 overpayment credited to 2021 6a 19
b Exempt foreign organizations—tax withheld at source...... 6b 0
c Tax paid with application for extension of time to file (Form 8868)... 6c 0
d Backup withholding erroneously withheld ........... 6d 0
7 Total credits and payments. Add lines 6a through 6d.............. 7 19
8 Enter any penalty for underpayment of estimated tax. Check here if Form 2220 is attached. 8 125
9 Tax due. If the total of lines 5 and 8 is more than line 7, enter amount owed.......Bullet 9 5,454
10 Overpayment. If line 7 is more than the total of lines 5 and 8, enter the amount overpaid...Bullet 10  
11 Enter the amount of line 10 to be: Credited to 2022 estimated taxBullet   RefundedBullet 11  
Part VI-A
Statements Regarding Activities
1a
During the tax year, did the foundation attempt to influence any national, state, or local legislation or did
Yes
No
it participate or intervene in any political campaign? ....................
1a
 
No
b
Did it spend more than $100 during the year (either directly or indirectly) for political purposes? See the instructions
for the definition.................................
1b
 
No
If the answer is "Yes" to 1a or 1b, attach a detailed description of the activities and copies of any materials
published or distributed by the foundation in connection with the activities.
c
Did the foundation file Form 1120-POL for this year?.....................
1c
 
No
d
Enter the amount (if any) of tax on political expenditures (section 4955) imposed during the year:
(1) On the foundation. bullet$ 0(2) On foundation managers.bullet$ 0
e
Enter the reimbursement (if any) paid by the foundation during the year for political expenditure tax imposed
on foundation managers.bullet$ 0
2
Has the foundation engaged in any activities that have not previously been reported to the IRS?.......
2
 
No
If "Yes," attach a detailed description of the activities.
3
Has the foundation made any changes, not previously reported to the IRS, in its governing instrument, articles
of incorporation, or bylaws, or other similar instruments? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the changes....
3
 
No
4a
Did the foundation have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?.........
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year?...................
4b
 
 
5
Was there a liquidation, termination, dissolution, or substantial contraction during the year?.........
5
 
No
If "Yes," attach the statement required by General Instruction T.
6
Are the requirements of section 508(e) (relating to sections 4941 through 4945) satisfied either:
  • By language in the governing instrument, or
  • By state legislation that effectively amends the governing instrument so that no mandatory directions
    • that conflict with the state law remain in the governing instrument?................
    6
    Yes
     
    7
    Did the foundation have at least $5,000 in assets at any time during the year? If "Yes," complete Part II, col. (c),
    and Part XIV..................................
    7
    Yes
     
    8a
    Enter the states to which the foundation reports or with which it is registered (see instructions)
    bulletCO
    b
    If the answer is "Yes" to line 7, has the foundation furnished a copy of Form 990-PF to the Attorney
    General (or designate) of each state as required by General Instruction G? If "No," attach explanation .
    8b
    Yes
     
    9
    Is the foundation claiming status as a private operating foundation within the meaning of section 4942(j)(3)
    or 4942(j)(5) for calendar year 2021 or the taxable year beginning in 2021? See the instructions for Part XIII.
    If "Yes," complete Part XIII .............................
    9
     
    No
    10
    Did any persons become substantial contributors during the tax year? If "Yes," attach a schedule listing their names
    and addresses. Click to see attachment...............................
    10
    Yes
     
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    Part VI-A
    Statements Regarding Activities (continued)
    11
    At any time during the year, did the foundation, directly or indirectly, own a controlled entity within the
    meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," attach schedule. See instructions .............
    11
     
    No
    12
    Did the foundation make a distribution to a donor advised fund over which the foundation or a disqualified person had
    advisory privileges? If "Yes," attach statement. See instructions.................
    12
     
    No
    13
    Did the foundation comply with the public inspection requirements for its annual returns and exemption application?
    13
    Yes
     
    Website addressbulletWWW.BUILDINGGREATCOMMUNITIES.COM
    14
    The books are in care ofbulletERIC MONTOYA Telephone no.bullet (303) 486-8965

    Located atbullet4908 TOWER ROADDENVERCO ZIP+4bullet80249
    15
    Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts filing Form 990-PF in lieu of Form 1041 —check here .........bullet
    and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year ........bullet
    15
     
    16 At any time during calendar year 2021, did the foundation have an interest in or a signature or other authority over YesNo
    a bank, securities, or other financial account in a foreign country? .................
    16   No
    See the instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114. If "Yes", enter the name of the foreign
    country bullet
    Part VI-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required
    File Form 4720 if any item is checked in the "Yes" column, unless an exception applies.
    Yes
    No
    1a
    During the year did the foundation (either directly or indirectly):
    (1) Engage in the sale or exchange, or leasing of property with a disqualified person? ...........
    1a(1)
     
    No
    (2) Borrow money from, lend money to, or otherwise extend credit to (or accept it from)
    a disqualified person? ..............................
    1a(2)
     
    No
    (3) Furnish goods, services, or facilities to (or accept them from) a disqualified person? ...........
    1a(3)
     
    No
    (4) Pay compensation to, or pay or reimburse the expenses of, a disqualified person? ............
    1a(4)
    Yes
     
    (5) Transfer any income or assets to a disqualified person (or make any of either available
    for the benefit or use of a disqualified person)? ......................
    1a(5)
     
    No
    (6) Agree to pay money or property to a government official? (Exception. Check "No"
    if the foundation agreed to make a grant to or to employ the official for a period
    after termination of government service, if terminating within 90 days.) ...............
    1a(6)
     
    No
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 1a(1)–(6), did any of the acts fail to qualify under the exceptions described in Regulations
    section 53.4941(d)-3 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance? See instructions ..........
    1b
     
    No
    c
    ........bullet
    d
    Did the foundation engage in a prior year in any of the acts described in 1a, other than excepted acts,
    that were not corrected before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2021? .............
    1d
     
    No
    2
    Taxes on failure to distribute income (section 4942) (does not apply for years the foundation was a private
    operating foundation defined in section 4942(j)(3) or 4942(j)(5)):
    a
    At the end of tax year 2021, did the foundation have any undistributed income (lines 6d
    and 6e, Part XII) for tax year(s) beginning before 2021?....................
    2a
     
    No
    If "Yes," list the years bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    b
    Are there any years listed in 2a for which the foundation is not applying the provisions of section 4942(a)(2)
    (relating to incorrect valuation of assets) to the year’s undistributed income? (If applying section 4942(a)(2)
    to all years listed, answer "No" and attach statement—see instructions.) ..............
    2b
     
     
    c
    If the provisions of section 4942(a)(2) are being applied to any of the years listed in 2a, list the years here.
    bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    3a
    Did the foundation hold more than a 2% direct or indirect interest in any business enterprise at
    any time during the year? ..............................
    3a
     
    No
    b
    If "Yes," did it have excess business holdings in 2021 as a result of (1) any purchase by the foundation
    or disqualified persons after May 26, 1969; (2) the lapse of the 5-year period (or longer period approved
    by the Commissioner under section 4943(c)(7)) to dispose of holdings acquired by gift or bequest; or (3)
    the lapse of the 10-, 15-, or 20-year first phase holding period? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine
    if the foundation had excess business holdings in 2021.) .....................
    3b
     
     
    4a
    Did the foundation invest during the year any amount in a manner that would jeopardize its charitable purposes?
    4a
     
    No
    b
    Did the foundation make any investment in a prior year (but after December 31, 1969) that could jeopardize its
    charitable purpose that had not been removed from jeopardy before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2021? ..
    4b
     
    No
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    Part VI-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required (continued)
    5a
    During the year did the foundation pay or incur any amount to:
    Yes
    No
    (1) Carry on propaganda, or otherwise attempt to influence legislation (section 4945(e))? ..........
    5a(1)
     
    No
    (2) Influence the outcome of any specific public election (see section 4955); or to carry
    on, directly or indirectly, any voter registration drive? ....................
    5a(2)
     
    No
    (3) Provide a grant to an individual for travel, study, or other similar purposes? .............
    5a(3)
     
    No
    (4) Provide a grant to an organization other than a charitable, etc., organization described
    in section 4945(d)(4)(A)? See instructions ........................
    5a(4)
     
    No
    (5) Provide for any purpose other than religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or
    educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals? .............
    5a(5)
     
    No
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 5a(1)–(5), did any of the transactions fail to qualify under the exceptions described in
    Regulations section 53.4945 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance? See instructions ........
    5b
     
     
    c
    .........bullet
    d
    If the answer is "Yes" to question 5a(4), does the foundation claim exemption from the
    tax because it maintained expenditure responsibility for the grant? .................
    5d
     
     
    If "Yes," attach the statement required by Regulations section 53.4945–5(d).
    6a
    Did the foundation, during the year, receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on
    a personal benefit contract? .............................
    6a
     
    No
    b
    Did the foundation, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? ....
    6b
     
    No
    If "Yes" to 6b, file Form 8870.
    7a
    At any time during the tax year, was the foundation a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
    7a
     
    No
    b
    If "Yes", did the foundation receive any proceeds or have any net income attributable to the transaction? .....
    7b
     
     
    8
    Is the foundation subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or
    excess parachute payment during the year? .........................
    8
     
    No
    Part VII
    Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
    and Contractors
    1 List all officers, directors, trustees, foundation managers and their compensation. See instructions
    (a) Name and address (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation
     (If not paid, enter
    -0-)     		(d) Contributions to employee benefit plans and deferred compensation (e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    AMY SCHWARTZ EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
    40.00     		150,052 5,019 0
    4908 TOWER ROAD
    DENVER,CO80249
    PATRICK HAMILL CHAIR
    1.00     		0 0 0
    4908 TOWER ROAD
    DENVER,CO80249
    ERIC MONTOYA SECRETARY/TREASURER
    1.00     		0 0 0
    4908 TOWER ROAD
    DENVER,CO80249
    JEFF CARLSON DIRECTOR
    1.00     		0 0 0
    4908 TOWER ROAD
    DENVER,CO80249
    ROBYN MCVICKER DIRECTOR
    1.00     		0 0 0
    4908 TOWER ROAD
    DENVER,CO80249
    KRISTEN WHITE DIRECTOR
    1.00     		0 0 0
    4908 TOWER ROAD
    DENVER,CO80249
    2 Compensation of five highest-paid employees (other than those included on line 1—see instructions). If none, enter “NONE."
    (a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $50,000 (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation (d) Contributions to
    employee benefit
    plans and deferred
    compensation     		(e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    DAMON DIFABIO DIRECTOR
    40.00     		125,578 4,064 0
    4908 TOWER ROAD 108
    DENVER,CO80249
    ROBERTO HERNANDEZ III SYSTEMS AND OPERATIO
    40.00     		81,931 13,351 0
    4908 TOWER ROAD 108
    DENVER,CO80249
    JOHN P KIO INSTRUCTOR
    40.00     		69,487 8,615 0
    4908 TOWER ROAD 108
    DENVER,CO80249
    MICHAEL NOTARTOMASO CONSTRUCTION INSTRUC
    40.00     		69,437 0 0
    4908 TOWER ROAD 108
    DENVER,CO80249
    KRISTIN DAVENPORT CAREER COACH
    40.00     		57,802 4,731 0
    4908 TOWER ROAD 108
    DENVER,CO80249
    Total number of other employees paid over $50,000...................bullet 2
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    Part VII
    Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
    and Contractors (continued)
    3 Five highest-paid independent contractors for professional services (see instructions). If none, enter "NONE".
    (a) Name and address of each person paid more than $50,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
    CHEUNG COLLABORATIVE LLC EDUCATION CONSULTANT 184,875
    4511 E 18TH AVE
    DENVER,CO80220
    SE INSPIRED LLC CONSULTING 111,452
    PO BOX 370323
    DENVER,CO80237
    TALOMA PARTNERS CONSULTING 70,500
    1490 LAFAYETTE ST SUITE 203
    DENVER,CO80218
    Total number of others receiving over $50,000 for professional services.............bullet0
    Part VIII-A
    Summary of Direct Charitable Activities
    List the foundation’s four largest direct charitable activities during the tax year. Include relevant statistical information such as the number of organizations and other beneficiaries served, conferences convened, research papers produced, etc. Expenses
    1 EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING ON IMPROVING EDUCATION IN THE FRONT RANGE AREA OF COLORADO. THE OBJECTIVE IS TO CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT THAT ALLOWS STUDENTS AND TEACHERS TO FULFILL THEIR FULL GROWTH POTENTIAL. THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES GRANTS FOR INNOVATIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. 599,575
    2 COLORADO HOMEBUILDING ACADEMY IS AN INDUSTRY-DRIVEN ACADEMY PROVIDING HANDS-ON EDUCATION, INNOVATION AND COLLABORATIONS. THE ACADEMY ACHIEVES THE FOUNDATIONS PURPOSES OF ALLOWING STUDENTS AND TEACHERS TO FULFILL THEIR FULL GROWTH POTENTIAL. 1,181,381
    3  
    4  
    Part VIII-B
    Summary of Program-Related Investments (see instructions)
    Describe the two largest program-related investments made by the foundation during the tax year on lines 1 and 2. Amount
    1  
    2  
    All other program-related investments. See instructions.
    3  
    Total. Add lines 1 through 3.........................bullet0
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    Part IX
    Minimum Investment Return (All domestic foundations must complete this part. Foreign foundations, see instructions.)
    1
    Fair market value of assets not used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes:
    a
    Average monthly fair market value of securities...................
    1a
    0
    b
    Average of monthly cash balances.......................
    1b
    780,815
    c
    Fair market value of all other assets (see instructions)................
    1c
    0
    d
    Total (add lines 1a, b, and c).........................
    1d
    780,815
    e
    Reduction claimed for blockage or other factors reported on lines 1a and
    1c (attach detailed explanation) .............
    1e
    0
    2
    Acquisition indebtedness applicable to line 1 assets..................
    2
    0
    3
    Subtract line 2 from line 1d.........................
    3
    780,815
    4
    Cash deemed held for charitable activities. Enter 1.5% (0.015) of line 3 (for greater amount, see
    instructions) .............................
    4
    11,712
    5
    Net value of noncharitable-use assets. Subtract line 4 from line 3. .......
    5
    769,103
    6
    Minimum investment return. Enter 5% (0.05) of line 5................
    6
    38,455
    Part X
    Distributable Amount (see instructions) (Section 4942(j)(3) and (j)(5) private operating foundations and certain foreign organizations check here right arrow and do not complete this part.)
    1
    Minimum investment return from Part IX, line 6..................
    1
    38,455
    2a
    Tax on investment income for 2021 from Part V, line 5.......
    2a
    5,348
    b
    Income tax for 2021. (This does not include the tax from Part V.) ...
    2b
     
    c
    Add lines 2a and 2b............................
    2c
    5,348
    3
    Distributable amount before adjustments. Subtract line 2c from line 1............
    3
    33,107
    4
    Recoveries of amounts treated as qualifying distributions................
    4
    0
    5
    Add lines 3 and 4............................
    5
    33,107
    6
    Deduction from distributable amount (see instructions).................
    6
    0
    7
    Distributable amount as adjusted. Subtract line 6 from line 5. Enter here and on Part XII, line 1 ...
    7
    33,107
    Part XI
    Qualifying Distributions (see instructions)
    1
    Amounts paid (including administrative expenses) to accomplish charitable, etc., purposes:
    a
    Expenses, contributions, gifts, etc.—total from Part I, column (d), line 26 ..........
    1a
     
    b
    Program-related investments—total from Part VIII-B..................
    1b
     
    2
    Amounts paid to acquire assets used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes...............................
    2
     
    3
    Amounts set aside for specific charitable projects that satisfy the:
    a
    Suitability test (prior IRS approval required)....................
    3a
     
    b
    Cash distribution test (attach the required schedule) .................
    3b
     
    4
    Qualifying distributions. Add lines 1a through 3b. Enter here and on Part XII, line 4.
    4
     
    Form 990-PF (2021)
    Form 990-PF (2021)
    Page 9
    Part XII
    Undistributed Income (see instructions)
    (a)
    Corpus     		(b)
    Years prior to 2020     		(c)
    2020     		(d)
    2021
    1 Distributable amount for 2021 from Part X, line 7 33,107
    2 Undistributed income, if any, as of the end of 2021:
    a Enter amount for 2020 only....... 0
    b Total for prior years:20, 20, 20 0
    3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2021:
    a From 2016...... 378,030
    b From 2017...... 825,189
    c From 2018...... 1,555,027
    d From 2019...... 2,089,915
    e From 2020...... 2,619,606
    f Total of lines 3a through e ........ 7,467,767
    4Qualifying distributions for 2021 from Part
    XI, line 4: bullet$ 4,596,201
    a Applied to 2020, but not more than line 2a 0
    b Applied to undistributed income of prior years
    (Election required—see instructions).....     		0
    c Treated as distributions out of corpus (Election
    required—see instructions)........     		0
    d Applied to 2021 distributable amount..... 33,107
    e Remaining amount distributed out of corpus 4,563,094
    5 Excess distributions carryover applied to 2021. 0 0
    (If an amount appears in column (d), the
    same amount must be shown in column (a).)
    6Enter the net total of each column as
    indicated below:
    a Corpus. Add lines 3f, 4c, and 4e. Subtract line 5 12,030,861
    b Prior years’ undistributed income. Subtract
    line 4b from line 2b ..........     		0
    c Enter the amount of prior years’ undistributed
    income for which a notice of deficiency has
    been issued, or on which the section 4942(a)
    tax has been previously assessed......     		0
    d Subtract line 6c from line 6b. Taxable amount
    —see instructions ...........     		0
    e Undistributed income for 2019. Subtract line
    4a from line 2a. Taxable amount—see
    instructions .............     		0
    f Undistributed income for 2021. Subtract
    lines 4d and 5 from line 1. This amount must
    be distributed in 2022 ..........     		0
    7 Amounts treated as distributions out of
    corpus to satisfy requirements imposed by
    section 170(b)(1)(F) or 4942(g)(3) (Election may
    be required - see instructions) .......     		0
    8 Excess distributions carryover from 2016 not
    applied on line 5 or line 7 (see instructions) ...     		378,030
    9 Excess distributions carryover to 2022.
    Subtract lines 7 and 8 from line 6a ......     		11,652,831
    10 Analysis of line 9:
    a Excess from 2017.... 825,189
    b Excess from 2018.... 1,555,027
    c Excess from 2019.... 2,089,915
    d Excess from 2020.... 2,619,606
    e Excess from 2021.... 4,563,094
    Form 990-PF (2021)
    Form 990-PF (2021)
    Page 10
    Part XIII
    Private Operating Foundations (see instructions and Part VI-A, question 9)
    1a If the foundation has received a ruling or determination letter that it is a private operating
    foundation, and the ruling is effective for 2021, enter the date of the ruling ....... bullet
     
    b Check box to indicate whether the organization is a private operating foundation described in section or
    2a Enter the lesser of the adjusted net
    income from Part I or the minimum
    investment return from Part X for each
    year listed ..........     		Tax year Prior 3 years (e) Total
    (a) 2021 (b) 2020 (c) 2019 (d) 2018
             
    b 85% (0.85) of line 2a .........          
    c Qualifying distributions from Part XI,
    line 4 for each year listed .....     		         
    d Amounts included in line 2c not used directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities ..........     		         
    e Qualifying distributions made directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities.
    Subtract line 2d from line 2c ....     		         
    3 Complete 3a, b, or c for the
    alternative test relied upon:
    a “Assets" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Value of all assets ......          
    (2) Value of assets qualifying
    under section 4942(j)(3)(B)(i)    		          
    b “Endowment" alternative test— enter 2/3
    of minimum investment return shown in
    Part IX, line 6 for each year listed ..     		         
    c “Support" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Total support other than gross
    investment income (interest,
    dividends, rents, payments
    on securities loans (section
    512(a)(5)), or royalties) ....     		         
    (2) Support from general public
    and 5 or more exempt
    organizations as provided in
    section 4942(j)(3)(B)(iii)....     		         
    (3) Largest amount of support
    from an exempt organization    		          
    (4) Gross investment income          
    Part XIV
    Supplementary Information (Complete this part only if the foundation had $5,000 or more in
    assets at any time during the year—see instructions.)
    1Information Regarding Foundation Managers:
    aList any managers of the foundation who have contributed more than 2% of the total contributions received by the foundation
    before the close of any tax year (but only if they have contributed more than $5,000). (See section 507(d)(2).)
    PATRICK HAMILL
    bList any managers of the foundation who own 10% or more of the stock of a corporation (or an equally large portion of the
    ownership of a partnership or other entity) of which the foundation has a 10% or greater interest.
    2Information Regarding Contribution, Grant, Gift, Loan, Scholarship, etc., Programs:
    Check here bullet
    aThe name, address, and telephone number or e-mail address of the person to whom applications should be addressed:
    ERIC MONTOYA
    4908 TOWER ROAD
    DENVER,CO80249
    (303) 486-8500
    bThe form in which applications should be submitted and information and materials they should include:
    NO REQUIRED FORMAT, FOUNDATION PROVIDES GENERAL GUIDELINES
    cAny submission deadlines:
    QUARTERLY
    dAny restrictions or limitations on awards, such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions, or other
    factors:
    GREATER DENVER METROPOLITAN AREA COMMUNITIES RELATING TO EDUCATIONAL NEEDS.
    Form 990-PF (2021)
    Form 990-PF (2021)
    Page 11
    Part XIV
    Supplementary Information (continued)
    3 Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment
    Recipient If recipient is an individual,
    show any relationship to
    any foundation manager
    or substantial contributor
    		 Foundation
    status of
    recipient     		Purpose of grant or
    contribution     		Amount
    Name and address (home or business)
    aPaid during the year
    AURORA PUBLIC SCHOOL
    15701 E 1ST AVE
    AURORA,CO80011     		  GOV EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 9,000
    COLORADO OPEN GOLF FOUNDATION
    20309 E 48TH PL
    DENVER,CO80249     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 517,500
    JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT - ROCKY MOUNTAIN
    1445 MARKET ST 200
    DENVER,CO80202     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 10,500
    THE STEAD SCHOOL
    18251 HOMESTEAD TRAIL
    COMMERCE CITY,CO80022     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 556,853
    WARREN VILLAGE INC
    1323 GILPIN ST
    DENVER,CO80218     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 75,000
    AMP THE CAUSE
    1616 17TH STREET 462
    DENVER,CO80202     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 17,500
    BOOK TRUST
    191 UNIVERSITY BLVD SUITE 527
    DENVER,CO80206     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 5,000
    BUILDSTRONG ACADEMY
    445 W 53RD PLACE
    DENVER,CO80216     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 372,149
    COLFAX COMMUNITY NETWORK
    1585 KINGSTON STREET
    AURORA,CO80010     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 500
    FREEDOM COMMUNITIES
    3501 TUCKASEEGEE ROAD
    CHARLOTTE,NC28208     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 14,000
    HEARTHSTONE BUILDER AWARD FOUNDATION
    23975 PARK SORRENTO SUITE 220
    CALABASAS,CA91302     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 10,000
    HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY PTO
    475 HIGHLANDS CIRLCE
    ERIE,CO80516     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 5,000
    COLORADO I HAVE A DREAM FOUNDATION
    1836 GRANT STREET 2
    DENVER,CO80203     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 170,000
    JACKSONVILE ZOO & GARDENS
    370 ZOO PKWY
    JACKSONVILLE,FL32218     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 3,000
    PORTER-BILLUPS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
    3333 REGIS BLVD
    DENVER,CO80221     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 8,750
    ROC
    1335 ALLEGAN ST
    CHARLOTTE,NC28208     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 14,000
    TRUE NORTH
    305 SOCIETY DRIVE SUITE C-3
    TELLURIDE,CO81435     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 14,250
    THE SILVA FOUNDATION
    20503 E 50TH PLACE
    DENVER,CO80249     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 500
    MILE HIGH LEARNING
    3503 N MARION SREET
    DENVER,CO80205     		  PC EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES 17,500
    Total .................................bullet 3a 1,821,002
    bApproved for future payment
    Total .................................bullet 3b 0
    Form 990-PF (2021)
    Form 990-PF (2021)
    Page 12
    Part XV-A
    Analysis of Income-Producing Activities
    Enter gross amounts unless otherwise indicated. Unrelated business income Excluded by section 512, 513, or 514 (e)
    Related or exempt
    function income
    (See instructions.)
    1Program service revenue: (a)
    Business code     		(b)
    Amount     		(c)
    Exclusion code     		(d)
    Amount
    a
    b
    c
    d
    e
    f
    gFees and contracts from government agencies          
    2 Membership dues and assessments ....          
    3 Interest on savings and temporary cash
    investments ...........     		    14 74  
    4 Dividends and interest from securities ....          
    5 Net rental income or (loss) from real estate:
    aDebt-financed property......          
    bNot debt-financed property.....          
    6 Net rental income or (loss) from personal property          
    7 Other investment income .....          
    8 Gain or (loss) from sales of assets other than
    inventory ............     		    18 -52,667  
    9 Net income or (loss) from special events:         -937,527
    10 Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory          
    11 Other revenue:
    aCREDIT CARD REBATE     		    01 865  
    b
    c
    d
    e
    12 Subtotal. Add columns (b), (d), and (e) .. 0 -51,728 -679,229
    13Total. Add line 12, columns (b), (d), and (e)..................
    13
    -730,957
    (See worksheet in line 13 instructions to verify calculations.)
    Part XV-B
    Relationship of Activities to the Accomplishment of Exempt Purposes
    Line No.
    DownArrow     		Explain below how each activity for which income is reported in column (e) of Part XV-A contributed importantly to
    the accomplishment of the foundation’s exempt purposes (other than by providing funds for such purposes). (See
    instructions.)
    1B EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING ON IMPROVING EDUCATION IN THE FRONT RANGE AREA
    1B OF COLORADO.
    1D COLORADO HOMEBUILDING ACADEMY ACHIEVES THE FOUNDATION'S PURPOSES OF
    1D ALLOWING STUDENTS AND TEACHERS TO FULFILL THEIR FULL GROWTH POTENTIAL.
    9 SPECIAL EVENTS HELD TO PROMOTE EDUCATIONAL ENRICHMENT AND FOSTER
    9 COMMUNITY AWARENESS.
    Form 990-PF (2021)
    Form 990-PF (2021)
    Page 13
    Part XVI
    Information Regarding Transfers To and Transactions and Relationships With Noncharitable Exempt Organizations
    1
    Did the organization directly or indirectly engage in any of the following with any other organization described in section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3) organizations) or in section 527, relating to political organizations?
    Yes
    No
    a
    Transfers from the reporting foundation to a noncharitable exempt organization of:
    (1) Cash...................................
    1a(1)
     
    No
    (2) Other assets.................................
    1a(2)
     
    No
    b
    Other transactions:
    (1) Sales of assets to a noncharitable exempt organization....................
    1b(1)
     
    No
    (2) Purchases of assets from a noncharitable exempt organization..................
    1b(2)
     
    No
    (3) Rental of facilities, equipment, or other assets.......................
    1b(3)
     
    No
    (4) Reimbursement arrangements...........................
    1b(4)
     
    No
    (5) Loans or loan guarantees.............................
    1b(5)
     
    No
    (6) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations................
    1b(6)
     
    No
    c
    Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, other assets, or paid employees..............
    1c
     
    No
    d
    If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," complete the following schedule. Column (b) should always show the fair market value
    of the goods, other assets, or services given by the reporting foundation. If the foundation received less than fair market value
    in any transaction or sharing arrangement, show in column (d) the value of the goods, other assets, or services received.
    (a) Line No. (b) Amount involved (c) Name of noncharitable exempt organization (d) Description of transfers, transactions, and sharing arrangements
    2a
    Is the foundation directly or indirectly affiliated with, or related to, one or more tax-exempt organizations
    described in section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) or in section 527? ...........
    b
    If "Yes," complete the following schedule.

    (a) Name of organization (b) Type of organization (c) Description of relationship
    Sign Here
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    Bullet Bullet
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    with the preparer shown below?
    See instructions.
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    Form 990-PF (2021)
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    Form 990PF - Special Condition Description:
    Special Condition Description
    Schedule B
    (Form 990)
    Department of the Treasury
    Internal Revenue Service
    Schedule of Contributors

    Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    Arrow Bullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
    OMB No. 1545-0047
    2021
    Name of the organization
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
     
    Employer identification number

    84-1396597
    Organization type (check one):
    Filers of:
    Section:
    Form 990 or 990-EZ






    Form 990-PF




    Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
    Note: Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
    General Rule
    Special Rules
    ......... Arrow Bullet $  
    Caution: An organization that isn't covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn't file Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its Form 990-EZ
    or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it doesn't meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF).
    For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
    for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990) (2021)
    Schedule B (Form 990) (2021) Page 2
    Name of organization
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
          		Employer identification number
    84-1396597
    Part I
    Contributors
    Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    1
    OAKWOOD HOMES
     
    4908 TOWER ROAD
     
    DENVER, CO80249

    		$ 1,245,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    2
    LIBBY ANSCHUTZ FOUNDATION
     
    555 17TH STREET
     
    DENVER, CO80202

    		$ 55,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    3
    MANNA FOODS
     
    11000 E YALE AVE 226
     
    AURORA, CO80014

    		$ 32,500


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    4
    MICHAEL MATHISEN
    7901 SOUTHPARK PLAZA SUITE 110
     
    LITTLETON, CO80120

    		$ 30,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    5
    PATRICK HAMILL
    4908 TOWER ROAD
     
    DENVER, CO80249

    		$ 322,843


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    6
    MICHAEL ACKERMAN
    1035 PEARL STREET SUITE 332
     
    BOULDER, CO80302

    		$ 55,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    Schedule B (Form 990) (2021)
    Name of organization
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
          		Employer identification number
    84-1396597
    Part I
    Contributors
    Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    7
    TOWN & COUNTRY TITLE SERVICES
     
    4908 TOWER ROAD 110
     
    DENVER, CO80249

    		$ 308,509


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    8
    HBI
     
    1201 15TH STREET NW SUITE 600
     
    WASHINGTON, DC20005

    		$ 19,355


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    9
    NEST HOME LENDING
     
    6025 S QUEBEC ST 110
     
    CENTENNIAL, CO80111

    		$ 30,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    10
    JAMES PERRY
    9900 E 51ST AVE
     
    DENVER, CO802382430

    		$ 30,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    11
    JOEL SCOTT
    5681 WILLOW WOOD DR
     
    MORRISON, CO804652181

    		$ 30,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    12
    BRENT HANDLER
    1010 HUMMINGBIRD DR - UNIT C
     
    CASTLE ROCK, CO80108

    		$ 55,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    Schedule B (Form 990) (2021)
    Name of organization
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
          		Employer identification number
    84-1396597
    Part I
    Contributors
    Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    13
    NEUMANN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
     
    303 VINTAGE PARK DR
     
    FOSTER CITY, CA94404

    		$ 57,500


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    14
    WALTER ISENBERG
    2423 E EXPOSITION AVE
     
    DENVER, CO80209

    		$ 55,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    15
    ROBERT ANDERSON
    4446 PRIEN TERRE DRIVE
     
    LAKE CHARLES, LA70605

    		$ 55,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    16
    LEANN SANDER
    8427 GREENWOOD DRIVE
     
    NIWOT, CO802057245

    		$ 30,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    17
    CHARLES MCDANIEL
    5 WALDEN LANE
     
    CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE, CO80121

    		$ 82,500


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    18
    ELIZABETH SAUNDERS
    5 COVINTONG DR
     
    CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE, CO80113

    		$ 55,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    Schedule B (Form 990) (2021)
    Name of organization
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
          		Employer identification number
    84-1396597
    Part I
    Contributors
    Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    19
    ROBERT DEPALMA
    130 W AVENIDA SANTIAGO
     
    SAN CLEMENTE, CA92672

    		$ 30,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    20
    SCOTT WYLIE
    4 POLO CLUB DRIVE
     
    DENVER, CO80209

    		$ 55,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    21
    DAVID CAPABIANCO
    527 BUCKINGHAM DR
     
    HOUSTON, TX770245804

    		$ 37,500


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    22
    HOME DEPORT FOUNDATION
     
    2455 PACES FERRY ROAD
     
    ATLANTA, GA30339

    		$ 122,256


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    23
    BRIGHTDOOR INVESTMENTS LLC
     
    4908 TOWER ROAD
     
    DENVER, CO80249

    		$ 1,269,317


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    Schedule B (Form 990) (2021)
    Schedule B (Form 990) (2021)
    Page 3
    Name of organization
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
          		Employer identification number

    84-1396597
    Part II
    Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
    23
    		 DONATED HOMES - COACHHOUSE LOOP, BISCAY, ARGONNE. $ 1,269,317 2021-11-09
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    Schedule B (Form 990) (2021)
    Schedule B (Form 990) (2021)
    Page 4
    Name of organization
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
          		Employer identification number

    84-1396597
    Part III
    Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
    Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    Schedule B (Form 990) (2021)
    Additional Data


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    TY 2021 AccountingFeesSchedule
    Name:
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
    EIN:
    84-1396597
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    ACCOUNTING 18,053 1,805 0 10,053

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    TY 2021 DepreciationSchedule
    Name:
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
    EIN:
    84-1396597
    Description of Property Date Acquired Cost or Other Basis Prior Years' Depreciation Computation Method Rate /
    Life (# of years)    		 Current Year's Depreciation Expense Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Cost of Goods Sold Not Included
    FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2006-06-01 8,918 8,918 SL 5.000000000000 0 0 0  
    FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2012-12-27 104,193 104,193 200DB 7.000000000000 0 0 0  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-02-28 2,118 1,625 SL 5.000000000000 424 0 424  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-02-28 666 666 SL 3.000000000000 0 0 0  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-03-31 275 206 SL 5.000000000000 55 0 55  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-03-31 6,957 6,957 SL 3.000000000000 0 0 0  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-04-30 139 103 SL 5.000000000000 28 0 28  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-05-31 3,302 2,365 SL 5.000000000000 660 0 660  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-06-30 317 221 SL 5.000000000000 63 0 63  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-06-30 1,176 1,176 SL 3.000000000000 0 0 0  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-07-31 908 622 SL 5.000000000000 182 0 182  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-08-31 356 237 SL 5.000000000000 71 0 71  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-09-30 94 62 SL 5.000000000000 19 0 19  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-10-31 4,845 3,069 SL 5.000000000000 969 0 969  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-11-30 1,030 635 SL 5.000000000000 206 0 206  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-12-31 95 57 SL 5.000000000000 19 0 19  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2017-12-31 6,998 4,200 SL 5.000000000000 1,400 0 1,400  
    WIRING AND SETUP NETWORK 2018-01-03 1,085 1,055 SL 3.000000000000 0 0 0  
    AIR HOSE & REELS 2018-02-13 247 140 SL 5.000000000000 49 0 49  
    DRILL KIT/90 ELBOW 2018-02-20 662 374 SL 5.000000000000 132 0 132  
    RUBBER HOSE 2018-02-20 247 139 SL 5.000000000000 49 0 49  
    HOSE REPAIR KID 2018-02-27 17 9 SL 5.000000000000 3 0 3  
    PRESSURE GAUGE 2018-03-26 15 8 SL 5.000000000000 3 0 3  
    BUILDING & STREET SIGN 2018-03-26 4,751 2,613 SL 5.000000000000 950 0 950  
    CAULK GUN/HOMER BUCKET 2018-04-04 75 41 SL 5.000000000000 15 0 15  
    50FT/250 WIRE/CABLE 2018-04-04 234 125 SL 5.000000000000 47 0 47  
    PAINT & SUPPLIES 2018-06-07 607 303 SL 5.000000000000 121 0 121  
    MICROWAVE 2018-06-07 100 49 SL 5.000000000000 20 0 20  
    TANK L 2018-06-07 30 16 SL 5.000000000000 6 0 6  
    FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM 2018-10-17 17,795 3,855 SL 10.000000000000 1,780 0 1,780  
    APPLE 27' IMAC 2019-05-15 2,255 1,190 SL 3.000000000000 752 0 752  
    CONSTRUCTION PLOTS 2019-06-30 2,240 672 SL 5.000000000000 448 0 448  
    CLASSROOM ADDITIONS 2019-07-10 13,622 3,849 SL 5.000000000000 2,724 0 2,724  
    CLASSROOM ADDITIONS 2019-12-31 13,622 2,724 SL 5.000000000000 2,724 0 2,724  
    TILT DECK TRAILER 2021-08-10 3,499   SL 7.000000000000 208 0 208  

    TY 2021 LandEtcSchedule2
    Name:
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
    EIN:
    84-1396597
    Category / Item Cost / Other Basis Accumulated Depreciation Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
    FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 8,918 8,918 0  
    FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 104,193 104,193 0  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 2,118 2,049 69  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 666 666 0  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 275 261 14  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 6,957 6,957 0  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 139 131 8  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 3,302 3,025 277  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 317 284 33  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 1,176 1,176 0  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 908 804 104  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 356 308 48  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 94 81 13  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 4,845 4,038 807  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 1,030 841 189  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 95 76 19  
    CHA FURNITURE,FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT 6,998 5,600 1,398  
    WIRING AND SETUP NETWORK 1,085 1,055 30  
    AIR HOSE & REELS 247 189 58  
    DRILL KIT/90 ELBOW 662 506 156  
    RUBBER HOSE 247 188 59  
    HOSE REPAIR KID 17 12 5  
    PRESSURE GAUGE 15 11 4  
    BUILDING & STREET SIGN 4,751 3,563 1,188  
    CAULK GUN/HOMER BUCKET 75 56 19  
    50FT/250 WIRE/CABLE 234 172 62  
    PAINT & SUPPLIES 607 424 183  
    MICROWAVE 100 69 31  
    TANK L 30 22 8  
    FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM 17,795 5,635 12,160  
    APPLE 27' IMAC 2,255 1,942 313  
    CONSTRUCTION PLOTS 2,240 1,120 1,120  
    CLASSROOM ADDITIONS 13,622 6,573 7,049  
    CLASSROOM ADDITIONS 13,622 5,448 8,174  
    TILT DECK TRAILER 3,499 208 3,291  


    TY 2021 LegalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
    EIN:
    84-1396597
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    LEGAL 10,711 0 0 10,711


    TY 2021 OtherDecreasesSchedule
    Name:
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
    EIN:
    84-1396597
    Description Amount
    CONTRIBUTED SALARIES 12,800
    CONTRIBUTED RENT 4,820


    TY 2021 OtherExpensesSchedule
    Name:
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
    EIN:
    84-1396597
    Description Revenue and Expenses per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    OTHER EXPENSES 1,103 0 0 1,103
    INSURANCE 5,022 502 0 4,520
    EQUIPMENT LEASE 10,630 0 0 10,630
    OFFICE EXPENSE 39,191 0 0 41,114
    SPECIAL PROJECTS 99,570 0 67,604 31,966
    OUTREACH AND RECRUITMENT 124,850 0 0 124,850
    PROGRAM EXPENSES 220,988 0 0 220,988
    SPECIAL EVENTS 937,527 0 0 882,938


    TY 2021 OtherIncomeSchedule2
    Name:
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
    EIN:
    84-1396597
    Description Revenue And Expenses Per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income
    EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING PROGRAM 45,000   45,000
    COLORADO HOMEBUILDING ACADEMY TUITION 213,298   213,298
    CREDIT CARD REBATE 865 0 0


    TY 2021 OtherLiabilitiesSchedule
    Name:
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
    EIN:
    84-1396597
    Description Beginning of Year - Book Value End of Year - Book Value
    DEPOSITS 4,614 4,430


    TY 2021 OtherProfessionalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
    EIN:
    84-1396597
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    CONSULTING & OTHER FEES 612,347 0 0 589,909


    TY 2021 SubstantialContributorsSch
    Name:
    FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
    EIN:
    84-1396597
    Name Address
    BRIGHTDOOR INVESTMENTS LLC
          		4908 TOWER ROAD
    DENVER,CO80249