2026-09-06T17:57:23-07:00 2026-04-30 990 2025-05-01 521170919 Prince George's County (MD) Chapter of The Links Incorporated PRIN 3017925812 12138 Central Avenue Suite 551 Mitchellville MD 20721 Deidre Trass President 3015748122 2026-09-08 2025 Deidre Trass 12138 Central Avenue Suite 551 Mitchelville MD 20721 73463 0 1520 X https://www.princegeorgescountylinks.org X 1979 MD The mission of the Prince George's County (MD) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, a service organization of friends, is to strengthen the bonds of friendship among its members and to enhance the quality of life, through programs and services primarily for the citizens and residents of Prince George's County. 77 77 0 77 0 0 71946 73463 0 0 0 0 0 0 71946 73463 0 15104 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 74207 44755 74207 59859 -2261 13604 123211 136815 0 0 123211 136815 The mission of the Prince George's County (MD) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, a service organization of friends, is to strengthen the bonds of friendship among its members and to enhance the quality of life, through programs and services primarily for the citizens and residents of Prince George's County. 0 0 3289 0 The ARTS FACET engaged seniors in a book club meeting and author book signing at a senior center to focus on the importance of art for the brain as seniors age. Research shows that it keeps dementia at bay or slows it down. 15104 0 The Services to Youth Facet spent this year reorganizing. It did not put forth any programs but expects to resume next year. 5226 0 The Links, Incorporated established the HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Facet in response to the chronic disparities that persist. This year, there was virtual participation in the DMV Links Red Dress event. This event takes place during the month of February and focuses on raising awareness for women's heart health. This event was in partnership with the American Heart Association. The HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Facet also participated in the Walk for Healthy Living, a national event, that promotes healthy habits and self care. The HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Facet participated in the Black Family Wellness Expo, a national event, which is designed to reduce health disparities for disadvantaged families of color. The expo offered CPR training, blood pressure checks, COVID test kits, live exercise demonstrations and more to the community. 1777 0 The Links Incorporated established the INTERNATIONAL TRENDS AND SERVICES Facet with the foremost goal of providing opportunities for tangible service in other countries. This facet provides services and delivers transformational programs to people of African ancestry globally so that they may have a better quality of life. Programs are designed and developed to service educational, health and cultural needs and to help people emerge from poverty. A primary objective of our international work is to enrich the lives of women and their families. Our "boots on the ground" approach provides for more personalized methods for assisting and improving the lives of women, children and men worldwide through long-term programs committed to empowerment and public policy leadership in advocating for social justice. International Women's Day - The Links, Incorporated takes this opportunity to assess the progress of women worldwide in their struggle for equality, peace and development. In March 2025, we collaborated with the Prince George's Arts and Humanities and hosted an Embassy Hop which aligned with the March 25th International Day of Rememberance of The Victim of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade. 1000 0 Thurgood Marshall HBCU Campaign 397 0 The National Trends and Services educated about the importance of voting and provided community members with information on how to register to vote. 3174 0 0 26793 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 1 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 0 0 0 0 X 77 77 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 X LaVern Walker 7032822723 12138 Central Avenue Suite 551 Mitchellville MD 20721 Deidre Trass President 10 X 0 0 0 LaVern Walker Treasurer 8 X 0 0 0 Tracy Dailey Smith Financial Secretary 2 X 0 0 0 Valerie Yancy Vice President, Membership 10 X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 63463 0 0 0 10000 0 73463 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 73463 0 0 0 X 15104 15104 0 3000 3000 11689 11689 938 938 1668 1668 3600 3600 4752 4752 2100 2100 16568 16568 0 440 440 0 59859 26793 33066 0 122370 125974 841 841 0 10000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 123211 136815 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 50398 69286 72813 67529 123211 136815 123211 136815 X 13604 0 0 0 0 0 X 0 1 1 0 1 The organization awarded 5 academic scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each (totaling $12,500) and book and supplies assistance totaling $2,604 to students majoring in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics in Prince George's County Maryland 6 2500 0 Ruberics Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 The organization provides scholarships to individuals and uses defined criteria, rubrics process for selected awardees Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 The Prince George's County (MD) Chapter is comprised of 84 members that pay annual dues and are committed to transforming communities and fulfilling our purpose. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a Members of the organization have a voice in how the governing body governs the organization. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Our Treasurer completes Form 990 and presents it to the President for review before submission. The filing is made a part of the Treasurer's report to the members of the Chaptr and a copy is filed with the archives. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c All members, including all officers, are required to take an annual Ethics Training that explains potential conflicts and other examples of our national policy. All members are then required to sign a form acknowledging their understanding and compliance with the national Ethics Policy. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 The organization has official instruments and financial statements which are available upon request. Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g Other expenses includes payments to affiliates and meals and entertainment. Other programs service expenses are the funds used for 5 FACET services: ITS, ART. NTS, STY and HHS Form 990, Part IX, Line 24e This line captures the amount of our organization spends on our storage unit and supplies to house our official records, awards and paraphernailia. Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 This represents additional funds that were used towards program expenses.