2024-12-05T18:04:14-07:00 2024-05-31 990 2023-06-01 800948665 ELIZABETH YOUTH THEATER ENSEMBLE ELIZ 9082307044 PO Box 1325 Elizabeth NJ 07207 Theodore Perkins Executive Director 9082307044 2024-11-01 1 2023 2024-10-15 13:58:12Z Theodore Perkins 229 East 5th Ave Roselle NJ 07203 582334 0 X https://elizabethyouththeater.org/ X 2015 NJ Established in 2015, The Elizabeth Youth Theater Ensemble's mission is centered upon strengthening the voices of young artists. Utilizing theater-arts based curricula, EYTE provides creative learning opportunities for the youth of city and global majorities, where they gain experiences that empower self and community. 3 0 0 38 2900 0 420607 573334 0 0 0 0 0 2900 420607 576234 0 0 0 0 347982 499743 5100 0 0 67525 72590 420607 572333 0 3901 0 3901 0 0 0 3901 EYTE is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing high-quality theater education and performance opportunities to the youth of Elizabeth, promoting artistic expression, personal growth, and community engagement. The Elizabeth Youth Theater Ensemble's mission is centered upon strengthening the voices of young artists. Utilizing theater-arts based curricula, EYTE provides creative learning opportunities for the youth of city and global majorities, where they gain experiences that empower self and community. 0 0 370000 370000 0 Arts-Based Violence Prevention and Skill-Building Achievements: Walking the Beat employs arts-based strategies to prevent violence among youth and promote skill-building.The program uses creative tracks such as theater, virtual reality, filmmaking, music production, and oral history to provide participants with tools for self-expression, trauma processing, and social-emotional learning. The program served 150 youth with plans to reach 300 in next year, alongside 30-35 law enforcement officers. 150000 150000 0 Walking the Beat strengthens relationships between law enforcement and the community by involving police officers in workshops and projects.Youth engage in creating public safety solutions and participating in activities like a Community Mural Against Gun Violence. The program's cultural responsiveness and focus on diversity ensure representation across underserved groups, including LGBTQIA+ youth and young women. 52333 52333 0 Education and Professional Development. Achievements: Through mentorship in arts disciplines and paid summer work programs, Walking the Beat bridges gaps in education and employment readiness. The program has achieved record participation with 58 students in 2024, reflecting increased appeal and sustained interest. 0 0 0 572333 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 NJ X Edward Cook 9082307044 PO Box 1325 Elizabeth NJ 07207 Theodore Perkins President 40 X X 91440 0 0 Edward Cook Assistant Director/Treasurer 1 0 X 0 0 0 Sabriya Williams Secretary 1 0 X 0 0 0 91440 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9000 0 564334 0 0 573334 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9000 9000 6100 2900 2900 0 0 576234 0 2900 0 X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 91440 91440 0 408303 408303 290 290 72300 72300 572333 572333 0 0 0 3901 0 3901 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 0 0 0 0 0 3901 0 3901 0 3901 3901 0 0 0 0 0 X 0 0 1 1 X 45250 48700 122078 407650 573334 1197012 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 45250 48700 122078 407650 573334 1197012 1197012 1197012 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED EYTE Annual Holiday Mixer 9000 0 9000 0 600 4000 1500 0 0 0 0 9000 0 9000 0 600 4000 1500 0 0 6100 2900 NA NA No loan applicable X 1 1 0 0 0 1 Schedule L, Part I, Line 1 The only Director that is compensation is the Founder who also serves as the Executive Director and Program Manager. Compensation is below $100,000. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2 Founder is the cousin of the secreatry. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Schedule 0 is completed by the Board Director and shared with the Board for comments. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Conflicts were monitored through the use of funds approval process. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 Elizabeth Youth Theater Ensemble (EYTE) employs a systematic process to determine the compensation of individuals serving in various offices or positions within the organization. This process ensures fairness, transparency, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Here is an overview of this process: The Board is responsible for overseeing and recommending compensation decisions. Job Evaluation and Position Description: EYTE maintains comprehensive job descriptions and conducts regular job evaluations to ensure that each position's responsibilities and requirements are clear and up-to-date. Approval by the Board: The Board reviews and approves the compensation packages for all key personnel, including the Executive Director, senior management, and other staff as applicable. Documentation and Transparency: The organization maintains records of the compensation decisions and the rationale behind them. This documentation is retained for auditing and reporting purposes and is available for review by authorized personnel, stakeholders, or regulatory authorities. IRS Form 990 Reporting: EYTE complies with IRS reporting requirements by accurately disclosing compensation details of key personnel, including salaries, bonuses, benefits, and any other forms of compensation on the annual Form 990. Conflict of Interest Policy: EYTE has a Conflict of Interest Policy in place to address any potential conflicts that may arise during the compensation determination process, ensuring that all decisions are made in the best interest of the organization. The process for establishing compensation at Elizabeth Youth Theater Ensemble is conducted with a strong emphasis on fairness, market competitiveness, and compliance. This process is periodically reviewed and updated to reflect the organization's evolving needs and the changing landscape of nonprofit compensation. The last review for each individual's compensation was conducted in 2023 and will be reassessed annually to ensure alignment with our mission and objectives. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 During the tax year, the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request. Requests could be made via email, phone, or in person at the organization's administrative office. Additionally, key documents, including the financial statements, were accessible on the organization's official website to ensure transparency and accountability. The conflict of interest policy was provided to stakeholders upon direct inquiry, demonstrating the organization's commitment to maintaining public trust and compliance with ethical standards. Form 990, Part IX, Line 24e Event Activation Expenses To Whom It May Concern, On behalf of the Elizabeth Youth Theater Ensemble (EYTE), I am writing to explain the circumstances that led to the late submission of our Form 990 for the tax year 2023. The delay was due to limited board and staff capacity, compounded by the demands of managing robust programming throughout the year. Despite our best efforts to meet filing deadlines, these circumstances were beyond our control. We remained committed to fulfilling our obligations and completed the filing as soon as conditions allowed. We recognize the importance of adhering to regulatory deadlines and have implemented measures to prevent future delays, including enhanced internal processes and dedicated support for compliance tasks. We kindly request that tax authorities consider this explanation and the reasonable cause outlined herein when evaluating our late filing. We remain steadfast in our commitment to complying with all tax regulations and upholding the highest standards of transparency and accountability. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, Theo Perkins Executive Director Elizabeth Youth Theater Ensemble