Nonprofit · EIN 16-1619238
MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC
Tax-exempt · GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $1,447,019 | $998,254 | $448,765 | $1,864,339 | $102,575 | $1,761,764 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $1,039,408 | $977,031 | $62,377 | $1,519,763 | $193,834 | $1,325,929 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $950,608 | $701,365 | $249,243 | $1,342,860 | $97,166 | $1,245,694 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $1,341,705
- Program service revenue
- $22,017
- Investment income
- $78,910
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $31,584
- Net income from fundraising events
- $4,695
- Net income from sales of inventory
- -$1,418
- Other revenue
- $4,387
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $40,947
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $97,819
- Other salaries and wages
- $399,437
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $570,921
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $27,924
- Occupancy
- $149,969
- Travel
- $4,334
- Depreciation
- $35,760
- Program services (functional)
- $760,604
- Management and general (functional)
- $160,367
- Fundraising (functional)
- $77,283
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $1,519,763
- Total assets, end of year
- $1,864,339
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $102,575
- Net assets, end of year
- $1,761,764
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $445,810
- Publicly traded securities
- $1,011,609
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $1,761,764
- Gross receipts
- $1,785,921
- Employees
- 37
- Volunteers
- 75
- Year formed
- 2002
- State of legal domicile
- GA
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNIFER BERO | EXECUTIVE DI Officer | 40 | $97,819 |
| POLLY BENNETT | MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| RON COX | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| ANNE DITTMAN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| JUDI GAROFALO | MEMBER Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| JULIE GOODIN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| SANDHI KOZSUCH | MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| ALISON LAMAY | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| ALLISON LEE | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| EMILY RABB | MEMBER Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| DAVE SMITH | CHAIRMAN Trustee or director, Officer | 8 | $0 |
| JOSEPH SHERMAN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| CALVIN STOWELL | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| DONNA STRINGER | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| LYNN SYFAN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
1 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDY WHITENER | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 15 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNIFER BERO | EXECUTIVE DI Officer | 40 | $91,742 |
| POLLY BENNETT | MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| DANIELLE BUTLER | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| RON COX | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| ANNE DITTMAN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| JUDI GAROFALO | MEMBER Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| MICHELE RASMUSSEN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| ANDREINA HERNANDEZ | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| SANDHI KOZSUCH | MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| EMILY RABB | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| DAVE SMITH | CHAIRMAN Trustee or director, Officer | 8 | $0 |
| JOSEPH SHERMAN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| CALVIN STOWELL | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| DONNA STRINGER | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| LYNN SYFAN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 17 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNIFER BERO | EXECUTIVE DI Officer | 40 | $81,171 |
| POLLY BENNETT | MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| ANNE DITTMAN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| JUDI GAROFALO | MEMBER Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| MICHELE RASMUSSEN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| GALEN REAVIS | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| JOSEPH SHERMAN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| DAVE SMITH | CHAIRMAN Trustee or director, Officer | 8 | $0 |
| CALVIN STOWELL | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| DONNA STRINGER | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| DANIELLE BUTLER | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| RON COX | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| BETH CURRY | MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| ANDREINA HERNANDEZ | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| SANDHI KOZSUCH | MEMBER Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| LYNN SYFAN | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| LYNNDA THOMAS | MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 908492, GAINESVILLE, GA 30501-0923
- In care of
- % SUDI GAROFALO
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- JENNIFER BERO, PO BOX 908492, GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
- Signed the 990
- JENNIFER BERO, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- Phone
- (770) 532-5111
- Website
- WWW.MY-SISTERS-PLACE.ORG
- Return prepared by
- BLAIR C DIAZ CPA PC
Mission
WE PROVIDE A HAVEN FOR A FRESH START FOR HOMELESS WOMEN AND CHILDREN BY PROVIDING TEMPORARY HOUSING AND THE TOOLS AND RESOURCES TO HELP OUR RESIDENTS REGAIN THEIR INDEPENDENCE.
Program accomplishments
- HOMELESS SHELTER - MY SISTER'S PLACE HELPS RESTORE HOPE TO SINGLE WOMEN AND CHILDREN WHO ARE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS BY PROVIDING A NURTURING SHELTER PROGRAM THAT MEETS BASIC NEEDS, PROVIDES ESSENTIAL RESOURCES, AND OFFERS WRAPAROUND SERVICES THAT HELP INCREASE INDEPENDENCE AND MOVE TOWARDS SELF- SUFFICIENCY. WE PROVIDE ENCOURAGEMENT, SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT, AND CONNECTION WITH THE APPLICABLE COMMUNITY RESOURCES SUCH AS CHILDCARE SERVICES, HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS, MEDICAL CARE PROVIDERS, AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.Expenses $439,913 · grants $40,947 · revenue $7,717
- MY SISTER'S RESALE BOUTIQUE IS MORE THAN JUST A STOREFRONT - IT'S A MINISTRY. RESIDENTS OF OUR SHELTER ARE ABLE TO SHOP AT THE BOUTIQUE FOR THEIR NEEDS FREE OF CHARGE. THIS SAME OPPORTUNITY IS PROVIDED TO THOSE IN NEED WHO ARE WORKING WITH OTHER HUMAN SERVICE PROGRAMS IN THE COMMUNITY. SHOPPERS OF THE BOUTIQUE ARE ABLE TO PURCHASE GENTLY USED CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES, AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT A VERY LOW AND AFFORDABLE COST, AND ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE BOUTIQUE FINANCIALLY SUPPORT THE SHELTER. IT ALSO ISN'T UNCOMMON FOR PERSONAL STORIES OF HARDSHIPS TO BE SHARED WITH STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS, WHICH ALLOWS FOR OPPORTUNITIES TO OFFER SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT.Expenses $220,624 · revenue $256,817
- TRANSITIONAL HOUSING - WE HAVE THREE FULLY FURNISHED LOCATIONS THAT ARE AVAILABLE FOR OUR SHELTER RESIDENTS TO TEMPORARILY RENT AT A LOW MONTHLY RATE. THIS ALLOWS THEM ADDITIONAL TIME TO CONTINUE WORKING TOWARDS INCREASING THEIR INCOME, BUILD SAVINGS FOR FUTURE EXPENSES, AND LOOK FOR AND SECURE PERMANENT HOUSING. DURING THEIR TIME WITH US, WE OFFER TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE,NUTRITIOUS MEALS AND OTHER BASIC NECESSITIES TO THE SINGLE WOMEN AND MOTHERS WITH CHILDREN WHOM WE SERVE.Expenses $100,067 · revenue $14,300
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 16-1619238
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2003
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Housing and shelter (L41)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $1,864,339
- Income (IRS master file)
- $1,785,921
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $1,447,019 | $998,254 | $1,864,339 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $1,039,408 | $977,031 | $1,519,763 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2023 | $950,608 | $701,365 | $1,342,860 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $610,620 | $480,676 | $1,135,663 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 16-1619238).
Questions about MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC
- What is the EIN of MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC is 16-1619238.
- Is MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2003.
- Are donations to MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names JENNIFER BERO.
- Who are the officers and directors of MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 16 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $97,819 (JENNIFER BERO, EXECUTIVE DI).
- How much revenue does MY SISTERS PLACE OF GAINESVILLE INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $1,447,019, expenses of $998,254 and total assets of $1,864,339 at year end.
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