Big Waves Inc

“Board memebers review form 990 prior to filing.”

“When a potential conflict of interest is identified it is presented to the board of directors where it is resolved.”

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“Our mission is to encourage positive mind and body health by providing opportunity and outlet for young athletes to participate in water polo with the intention that this space creates a healthy environment for young athletes to feel and process different emotions. Our vision is to provide a constructive outlet for youth to overcome difficult emotions in order to process them in a healthy way. In doing this,big waves intends on further impacting legislation around mental health and gun violence.”

“This year big waves enters the holiday season with milestones to both celebrate and reflect upon. This december marks our 6th year as an organization which we celebrate. The determination and perseverance of our board members and volunteers warms my heart in a way that cannot be explained. With your support big waves continues to push forward and strengthen the communities it serves with hopes of helping poeple in times of need. We continue to expand existing programs and make strides in the development of new programs. Here are just some of our accomplishments from 2024: four community blood drives that generated 113 units of blood helping as many as 196 people. Awarded 35,000 in scholarships to six student recipients towards secondary education. Supported youth water polo programming in colorado with equipment and volunteer hours. Funded youth gun safety training classes educating 60+ youth both in new jersey. Supported safe gun storage organizations with gun locks and literature. Shipped 500+ free gun locks to responsible gun owners across the county. Donated 300 gun locks to organizations, educators, and medical providers across the country. Volunteered 100's of hours supporting colorado high school youth. As i put these numbers on paper, i am blown away with the progress we have made in our first 6 years. All of this was done on a 100% volunteer basis. Our overhead is approximately 8% of our budget which means that nearly all of the money raised goes back into the community with the intention of supporting its youth and saving lives. In the coming year we will continue supporting youth through sport and expanded mental health programming. Our committed support to colorado high school youth sports through water polo has had a major impact, including the first all girls spring league set for 2025. Please keep us in mind as 2024 comes to a close and you are considering making donations or contributions. We are a certified nonprofit 501(c)3 organization and all donations made qualify as tax deductible contributions.”

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