Wildflower Initiative

The Wildflower Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in memory of Jennifer Dawn Wyer. It is dedicated to supporting education and social services, focusing on programs designed to promote long-term self-sufficiency, particularly for women and children through literacy[1][5].

Mission

The organization's mission is to empower women and children by providing educational support and social services, with the goal of empowering individuals to reach their full potential. This is achieved by fostering partnerships between the public and private sectors to serve community needs effectively[5].

Programs

The Wildflower Initiative implements various initiatives, including the creation of reading spaces and literacy programs for marginalized communities. For example, they have established "Jenny's Jungle" reading areas in shelters, providing books and educational environments to inspire and motivate women and children[5].

Structure and Operations

While specific details about the organization's governance are limited, it is managed by a Board of Directors. These board members are actively involved in volunteer work and decision-making, ensuring the effective execution of the initiative's goals[1][5]. The organization relies on donations, which are tax-deductible under IRS Section 170, to fund its activities[1][2].

Financial Overview

In 2017, the Wildflower Initiative reported revenues primarily from contributions, with limited expenses and total assets of $1[2]. However, recent financial data is not readily available, indicating that the organization may not be filing annual reports with the IRS in recent years[2].

Despite its operations and goals, the Wildflower Initiative is not currently listed in the IRS's most recent list of tax-exempt organizations, although it had been recognized in the past[2].