Nonprofit · EIN 20-4521127
NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY INC
Tax-exempt · FAYETTEVILLE, AR 72701
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $398,471 | $376,717 | $21,754 | $110,209 | $0 | $110,209 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $257,068 | $363,737 | -$106,669 | $88,455 | $0 | $88,455 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $343,815
- Program service revenue
- $41,453
- Investment income
- $1,295
- Net income from fundraising events
- $2,844
- Net income from sales of inventory
- $177
- Other revenue
- $11,908
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $48,415
- Other salaries and wages
- $20,202
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $79,240
- Professional fundraising fees
- $2,100
- Accounting fees
- $800
- Occupancy
- $102,699
- Travel
- $3,178
- Program services (functional)
- $301,676
- Management and general (functional)
- $64,131
- Fundraising (functional)
- $10,910
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $88,455
- Total assets, end of year
- $110,209
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $110,209
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $110,209
- Gross receipts
- $430,711
- Employees
- 3
- Year formed
- 2006
- State of legal domicile
- AR
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, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Porter | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $48,415 |
| Craig Levoy | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jafet Malave | President Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Teresa Krug | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Chelsea Miller | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Gina Smith | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 6 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joseph Porter | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $51,300 |
| Kieran Kragel | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Gina Smith | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jason Hudson | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Monica Jannati | President Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Jafet Malve | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 179 N CHURCH AVE STE 101, FAYETTEVILLE, AR 72701-5266
- In care of
- % JOSEPH PORTER
- Mailing address (990-N for 2018)
- PO Box 179, Fayetteville AR 72701
- Principal officer (990-N for 2018)
- Joseph Porter, 179 N Church Ave Ste 101, Fayetteville AR 72701
- Signed the 990
- JOSEPH PORTER, Executive Director
- Phone
- (479) 966-9014
- Website
- nwaequality.org
- Return prepared by
- Brenda J Charron CPA P A
Mission
Northwest Arkansas Equalitys mission is to provide programming, education and advocacy to serve, connect, and empower the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer community.
Program accomplishments
- NWA Equality builds a vibrant and inclusive community by organizing diverse social activities, sporting events, family-friendly gatherings, and networking opportunities for LGBTQ individuals, families, and allies. Serving over 40,000 LGBTQ Arkansans, we are one of the regions only providers of free HIV and STI testing, prevention programs, and LGBTQ specific mental and physical health resource navigation, including peer counseling services. NWA Equality is a leading advocate for LGBTQ civil rights, advancing equality through education, advocacy, policy initiatives, and quality-of-life programs that uplift our community. Our team facilitates countless referrals to health, legal, financial, and housing resources, empowering LGBTQ individuals across Arkansas. We also elevate LGBTQ visibility and awareness by managing public communications, media relations, newsletters, and social media. Rainbow Thanksgiving, one of our cherished community events, serves over 300 guests, fostering a sense of belonging and connection. Additionally, our signature event, NWA Pride, is Arkansas largest LGBTQ celebration, creating a safe expressive environment that promotes LGBTQ visibility, protests inequality, educates about LGBTQ history, and celebrates the rich diversity of our culture.Expenses $301,676
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 | Not 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
- 20-4521127
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2006
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Civil rights, social action and advocacy (R26)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $110,209
- Income (IRS master file)
- $430,711
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $398,471 | $376,717 | $110,209 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $257,068 | $363,737 | $88,455 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $391,840 | $298,978 | $195,124 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2018 Officer: Joseph Porter | December 31, 2018 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
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 20-4521127).
Questions about NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY INC
- What is the EIN of NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY INC is 20-4521127.
- Is NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2006.
- Are donations to NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY 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 NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY INC due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
- Who is the principal officer of NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY INC?
- The 990-N for 2018 names Joseph Porter.
- Who are the officers and directors of NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 6 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $48,415 (Joseph Porter, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does NORTHWEST ARKANSAS EQUALITY INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $398,471, expenses of $376,717 and total assets of $110,209 at year end.
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