2026-07-14T21:39:49-07:00 2025-12-31 990 2025-01-01 814711291 K-NATION GROUP K-NA 225 W Cartwright C Mesquite TX 75149 Alexis Maston CEO 5125748840 2026-07-13 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z The Genius Cener Alexis Maston 225 W Cartwright Mesquite TX 75149 445132 0 X knationgroup.org X 2016 TX K-Nation Group strengthens economically impacted communities by equipping youth, families, and community-based organizations with the resources, skills, and systems needed to achieve long-term stability and success. 0 0 0 5 0 0 131408 111048 4345 333478 0 606 135753 445132 0 0 34609 1600 0 0 90814 416213 125423 417813 10330 27319 16441 46130 84903 77321 -68462 -31191 K-Nation Group strengthens economically impacted communities by equipping youth, families, and community-based organizations with the resources, education, workforce development, entrepreneurship, and support systems needed to achieve long-term economic mobility and community suc 0 0 335210 333478 The Genius Center - Workforce Development & Entrepreneurship During 2024, K-Nation Group launched The Genius Center, an innovative workforce development and entrepreneurship initiative serving justice-involved, at-risk, and economically disadvantaged youth. The program provides hands-on training in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, career readiness, leadership development, technology, and life skills. More than 100 youth successfully completed the program, developing business ideas, launching microbusinesses, building employability skills, and receiving individualized mentoring and coaching. Participants gained practical experience through project-based learning, business development activities, and connections to workforce and educational opportunities. The program's mission is to equip young people with the skills and resources necessary to achieve long-term economic mobility and reduce barriers to success. 75603 111000 K-Nation Group provided community-based programs and supportive services to strengthen families and improve economic stability. Services included food assistance, resource navigation, financial literacy, mentoring, community events, and connections to education, employment, and social services. The organization partnered with local agencies, businesses, and community stakeholders to address barriers affecting underserved families while expanding access to essential resources. These efforts helped individuals and families increase stability, strengthen community connections, and access opportunities that support long-term self-sufficiency. 7000 0 K-Nation Group strengthened communities by providing capacity-building support to nonprofits, community organizations, and families through technical assistance, leadership development, resource navigation, and essential services. The organization also connected individuals to food assistance, community resources, and strategic partnerships while helping organizations build sustainable systems to better serve economically impacted communities. 0 0 0 417813 1 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 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 10 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 IL TX X X X Pradeep Khadka 9779801104 1731 N Elm St Commerce GA 30529 X Jaylen Lagrade Board Member 0 X 12500 0 0 12500 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 111048 0 111048 Dallas County Juvenile Dept 624410 333478 333478 0 0 0 0 0 0 333478 0 0 0 0 0 Other 812199 606 606 0 0 0 0 0 0 606 445132 334084 0 0 X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1600 1600 6397 6397 1200 1200 0 237265 237265 3095 3095 12905 12905 197 197 6075 6075 42344 42344 4348 4348 14705 14705 Vehicle, Travel related 43719 43719 0 Program Supplies 20939 20939 0 0 Org Support 19337 19337 0 0 Repairs 3687 3687 0 0 417813 417813 0 0 4104 33794 1739 1738 10598 10598 16441 46130 63405 54424 21498 22897 0 0 84903 77321 X -68462 -31191 0 0 -68462 -31191 16441 46130 27319 0 0 0 9952 X 1 0 0 0 X 900227 302088 131000 111048 1444363 0 900227 302088 131000 111048 1444363 1444363 4345 333478 337823 1782186 0.81044 0.965 X Schedule A, Part I, Line 10 K-Nation Group qualifies as a publicly supported organization under Internal Revenue Code section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). The organization receives financial support from a combination of governmental units, grants, charitable contributions from the general public, and program-related revenue that furthers its exempt purpose. K-Nation Group provides workforce development, youth entrepreneurship, juvenile justice intervention, and community development programs that benefit the public and serve economically impacted communities. Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 The organization receives financial support from a combination of individual contributions, foundation grants, government contracts, program service revenue, and other charitable support. Fluctuations in annual revenue reflect the timing of grant awards, government contract reimbursements, and the expansion of charitable programs and services. All revenue is used to further the organization's exempt purposes. Other Assets, /inventory/ short term investment 10598 10598 X 1 1 X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Jaylen Lagrade Board Member 12500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12500 0 0 Schedule J, Part I A member of the Board of Directors owns a business that provided subcontracted services to the organization during the tax year. The business provided program-related services, including the use of facility space and other operational support necessary to carry out the organization's charitable activities. The arrangement was reviewed and approved in accordance with the organization's conflict-of-interest policy. The interested board member disclosed the conflict of interest and recused himself from the discussion and vote regarding the subcontract. Compensation was paid to the board member's business for services rendered and not to the individual in his capacity as a board member. The Chief Executive Officer did not receive compensation during the tax year. Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a A member of the Board of Directors owns a business that provided subcontracted services to the organization during the tax year. The business provided program-related services, including the use of facility space and other operational support necessary to carry out the organization's charitable activities. The arrangement was reviewed and approved in accordance with the organization's conflict-of-interest policy. The interested board member disclosed the conflict of interest and recused himself from the discussion and vote regarding the subcontract. Compensation was paid to the board member's business for services rendered and not to the individual in his capacity as a board member. The Chief Executive Officer did not receive compensation during the tax year. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2 One of our officers provided services for the orgs contract with dallas county juvenile department and recieved under 12K per the contract. 316 collection Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Due to timing and administrative delays, the Form 990 was reviewed by the organization's authorized officers before filing. A copy of the completed return was provided to the Board of Directors as soon as practicable following submission. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c K-Nation Group monitors compliance with its conflict of interest policy by requiring directors, officers, and key employees to disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest. Any disclosed conflicts are reviewed by the Board of Directors or designated leadership, and individuals with a conflict abstain from participating in discussions or voting on matters in which they have a personal or financial interest. The organization maintains documentation of disclosures and reviews its conflict of interest policy periodically. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 The Board of Directors reviews and approves the compensation of the Executive Director and key employees. In determining compensation, the Board considers the organization's budget, comparable compensation data for similar organizations when available, job responsibilities, and organizational needs. Compensation decisions are documented in the Board's meeting minutes. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available upon written request. Certain organizational and financial information is also publicly available through nonprofit information services, including Candid (GuideStar), and other public reporting platforms where applicable. Form 990, Part IX, Line 1 The organization did not incur significant fundraising expenses during the tax year. Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g Amounts reported on Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g consist of payments for program-related contracted services, including subcontractors, program facilitators, consultants, facility usage, instructional services, transportation support, and other specialized professional services necessary to carry out the organization's charitable programs and operations. Certain payments were made to businesses owned by independent contractors and vendors in accordance with the organization's procurement and conflict-of-interest policies, where applicable. The organization's Form 990 was filed late due to temporary administrative disruptions caused by a significant family medical emergency involving the Executive Director's father, which required substantial time away from normal operations. Upon returning, the organization prioritized reconciling its financial records and completing all required compliance filings accurately. The organization has implemented improved internal procedures and filing timelines to help ensure timely filings in the future.