Cityworks DC
Our mission is to dramatically improve the early career outcomes of dc youth and young adults of color by creating innovative programs and by mobilizing employers, educators, and city leaders to create a local, diverse talent pipeline. Our work is to ensure that young people acquire industry-valued credentials; paid, relevant work experience; and social capital.
Cityworks DC at a glance
In short: Cityworks DC gave $109K across 2 grants in 2025 (avg $54K), mostly in Arizona. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $108,775
- Grants made (2025)
- 2
- Average grant
- $54,388
- Median grant
- $54,388
- Total assets
- $3,667,125
- +60.0% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Arizona (92% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Cityworks DC funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was ASU Foundation ($100K). Together the top 2 received $109K.
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 2 grants of 4 (50%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $109K (2025) to $178K (2023). In 2025 it made 2 grants totaling $109K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ASU Foundation Tempe, AZ | Development of ASU Local Program | $100,000 |
| Deputy Mayor for Education Washington, DC | Data Collection on Early Career Outcomes | $8,775 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,667,125 | $3,814,570 | $2,605,757 | $108,775 | 2 | $4,634 |
| 2024 | $2,292,354 | $1,576,856 | $2,287,074 | — | — | $3,979 |
| 2023 | $3,029,554 | $6,606,839 | $3,693,679 | $177,576 | 2 | — |
About Cityworks DC
Based on IRS filings
Cityworks DC is a public charity focused on Education, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $3.7M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 2 grants totaling $109K. Net investment income was $5K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Cityworks DC is led by Jennifer C. Niles, President & CEO on every filing since 2023; 4 of 7 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Jennifer C. Niles
President & CEO
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$125K (2023) → $276K (2025)
Kevin Borgmann
Board Chair
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Erin Ward Bibo
Vice President & Strategic Initiatives
Vice President Strategic Initiatives → Vice President & Strategic Initiatives, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$86K (2023) → $202K (2025)
Lateefah A. Durant
Vice President & Innovation
Vice President Innovation → Vice President & Innovation, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$95K (2023) → $210K (2025)
Richard I. Pohlman
Vice President of Operations & Internal Counsel
Vice President Operations → Vice President of Operations & Internal Counsel, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$92K (2023) → $132K (2025)
Pat Brantley
Board Member
On filings since 2024
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Antwayne Ford
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Josh Edelman (2023–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Katherine Bradley (2023–2024) — Board Treasurer
- Former: Antwanye Ford (2024) — Board Member
- Former: Cielo Contreras (2024) — Director of Development
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $276K, to Jennifer C Niles (President & CEO). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Cityworks DC
How much does Cityworks DC give each year?
Cityworks DC gave $109K across 2 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is Cityworks DC?
Cityworks DC reported $3.7M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $3.8M.
What is Cityworks DC?
Cityworks DC is a public charity focused on Education, based in Washington, DC. It holds $3.7M in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Cityworks DC operate?
Cityworks DC has awarded grants in Arizona, District of Columbia.
What is Cityworks DC's EIN?
Cityworks DC's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-4337085. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 4, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS November 7, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2025
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