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Nonprofit · EIN 27-0246449

KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION

Tax-exempt · HATTIESBURG, MS 39404

Financials

$16K$28K2023$30K$28K2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990-EZ$29,829$28,285$1,544$10,123–$11,323
December 31, 2023990-EZ$16,238$27,506-$11,268$8,579–$9,779
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$15,521
Program service revenue
$5,690
Other revenue
$8,618

Expenses

Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$0
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$6,844
Occupancy
$2,400
Printing, publications and postage
$219
Other expenses
$18,822
Program services (functional)
$14,091

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$9,454
Total assets, end of year
$10,123
Total liabilities, end of year
–
Net assets, end of year
$11,323
Cash, savings and investments
$9,634
Gross receipts
$29,829

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-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Dr Samuel JonesBoard Member1$0
Dr Jason McLeodVice Chair2$0
Shakita TaylorBoard Member1$0
John BrownBoard Member1$0
Shuntasia ColemanBoard Chair2$0
Andrew PaytonTreasurer3$0
Tasha LawrenceSecretary2$0
Benjamin SmithBoard Member1$0
Stephanie KirkseyBoard Member1$0
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 9 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Shuntasia ColemanChair1$0
Dr Jason McLeodVice Chair1$0
Andrew PaytonTreasurer4$0
Tasha LawrenceSecretary1$0
Dr Samuel JonesBoard Member1$0
Stephanie KirkseyBoard Member1$0
Benjamin SmithBoard Member1$0
Elisha BoothBoard Member1$0
Shakita TaylorBoard Member1$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
PO BOX 17584, HATTIESBURG, MS 39404-7584
In care of
% ELISHA BARNES
Mailing address (990-N for 2021)
PO Box 17584, hattiesburg MS 39404
Principal officer (990-N for 2021)
Elisha Booth, 8 Rio Dosa Dr, Hattiesburg MS 39402
Signed the 990-EZ
Elisha Booth, Founder
Phone
(601) 514-2450
Return prepared by
FierceCG LLC

Mission

See Schedule O

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • Teen Summit - The 2024 Kuntry Kidz Teen Summit brought together over 200 youth & educators from across Mississippi for a full day of interactive workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. The event focused on leadership development, mental wellness, social media awareness, and college readiness.
    Expenses $7,022
  • Leadership Academy - The Kuntry Kidz Leadership Academy provided a year-round platform for 15 middle and high school students to build essential leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. Through monthly workshops, service projects, and peer mentorship, participants learned how to advocate for themselves and others.
    Expenses $4,119
  • College and Cultural Tours - Our College & Cultural Tours program exposed students to a variety of college campuses, historical landmarks, and cultural institutions across the region. Participants explored academic opportunities, met with college representatives, and gained a deeper appreciation for Black history and heritage.
    Expenses $2,950

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026Not on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-EZ on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-EZ on file

IRS record

EIN
27-0246449
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
2014
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990-N (e-Postcard)
Category (NTEE)
Human services (P30)
Assets (IRS master file)
$10,123
Income (IRS master file)
$29,829

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2024$29,829$28,285$10,123IRS
990-EZDecember 2023$16,238$27,506$8,579XML
990-EZDecember 2022–––IRS
990-N for 2021
Officer: Elisha Booth
December 31, 2021≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2020
Officer: Elisha Booth
December 31, 2020≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2019
Officer: Elisha Booth
December 31, 2019≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2018
Officer: Elisha Booth
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 27-0246449).

Questions about KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION

What is the EIN of KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION?
The employer identification number (EIN) of KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION is 27-0246449.
Is KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2014.
Are donations to KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION file?
Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
When is the next return of KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION 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 KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2024.
Who is the principal officer of KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION?
The 990-N for 2021 names Elisha Booth.
Who are the officers and directors of KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 9 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does KUNTRY KIDZ YOUTH FOUNDATION have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $29,829, expenses of $28,285 and total assets of $10,123 at year end.

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