Nonprofit · EIN 27-2282614
BIKE JC
Tax-exempt (reinstated) · JERSEY CITY, NJ 07302
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $105,558 | $73,035 | $32,523 | $174,213 | $2,245 | $171,968 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ (amended) | $94,254 | $51,278 | $42,976 | $140,241 | $795 | $139,446 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ (amended) | $84,592 | $61,027 | $23,565 | $96,470 | – | $96,470 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $97,962
- Program service revenue
- $7,239
- Other revenue
- $357
Expenses
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $4,623
- Occupancy
- $4,637
- Printing, publications and postage
- $18,458
- Other expenses
- $45,317
- Program services (functional)
- $23,998
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $140,241
- Total assets, end of year
- $174,213
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $2,245
- Net assets, end of year
- $171,968
- Cash, savings and investments
- $174,213
- Gross receipts
- $105,558
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, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayla Schermer | Trustee | 20 | $0 |
| Anthony Borelli | Vice President | 15 | $0 |
| Ryan Williams | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
| Beatriz Bofill | Treasurer | 10 | $0 |
| Deirdre Newman | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
| Emmanuelle Morgen | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
| Tyler Newcomb | President | 15 | $0 |
| Tom Keane | Trustee | 8 | $0 |
| Brian Riggio | Secretary | 10 | $0 |
| David Sankey | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayla Schermer | President | 20 | $0 |
| Anthony Borelli | Vice President | 15 | $0 |
| Ryan Williams | Secretary | 5 | $0 |
| Beatriz Bofill | Treasurer | 10 | $0 |
| Deirdre Newman | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
| Emmanuelle Morgen | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
| Tyler Newcomb | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
| Tom Keane | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
| Brian Riggio | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
| Patrick Conlon | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayla Schermer | President | 20 | $0 |
| Anthony Borelli | Vice President | 15 | $0 |
| Ryan Williams | Secretary | 5 | $0 |
| Beatriz Bofill | Treasurer | 10 | $0 |
| Deirdre Newman | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
| Emmanuelle Morgen | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
| Tyler Newcomb | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
| Tom Keane | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
| Daniel Morteh | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
| Patrick Conlon | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 253 8TH ST APT 1LR, JERSEY CITY, NJ 07302-2069
- Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
- 253 8th Street 1LR, Jersey City NJ 07302
- Principal officer (990-N for 2023)
- Ayla Schermer, 292 Grove Street 1, Jersey City NJ 07302
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Beatriz Bofill, Treasurer
- Website
- BikeJC.org
Mission
The organizations primary exempt purpose is to advocate for cyclists rights. Bike JC is led by an all-volunteer board of trustees comprising 10 members and around 80 unique volunteers annually. It advocates for enhanced cycling infrastructure in Jersey City approx. population 300k engages with community members and elected officials on infrastructure projects organizes over a dozen free community rides annually offers complimentary bike repairs at various events and provides free bike valet parking at major local events.
Program accomplishments
- The Ward Tour is a community ride on closed streets held annually on the first Sunday of June. It typically draws 2,000 to 3,000 riders and has been since 2010. The 15 mile route is designed to include each of Jersey Citys 6 legislative districts known as Wards. The tour provides a police escort throughout the ride. In 2023 a $10 registration was instituted due to previously complimentary public services now being charged by the Office of Public Safety.Expenses $22,484
- The Light Up Rides are held monthly from March to November on open streets. 100-200 riders decorate their bikes with all kinds of lights as they explore various neighborhoods and surrounding towns. Routes vary from 10-20 miles for these social rides that highlight cultural landmarks and cycling infrastructure. Trained marshals provide safety for riders encouraging more individuals who may be afraid to ride on their own. Marshals wear vests use two way radios to communicate. Lights to wear and adorn bikes are given out prior to the ride.Expenses $1,297
- The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims WDR is commemorated on the third Sunday of November each year. Bike JC advocates and the families of victims erect a ghost bike or ghost shoes and have a memorial to remember all who have died. All the materials for the memorials are provided by Bike JC. Approximately 80 people are deeply served for this somber event.Expenses $217
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-EZ on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-N on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 27-2282614
- 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 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Unknown (Z99)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $174,213
- Income (IRS master file)
- $105,558
Revocation and reinstatement
- Exemption revoked
- June 15, 2012
- Posted by the IRS
- July 31, 2014
- Reinstated
- Effective May 15, 2014
From the IRS automatic revocation list: organizations that did not file a required return or e-Postcard for three consecutive years.
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $105,558 | $73,035 | $174,213 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $94,254 | $51,278 | $140,241 | XML |
| 990-N for 2023 Officer: Ayla Schermer | December 31, 2023 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $84,592 | $61,027 | $96,470 | XML |
| 990-N for 2018 Officer: DAMIAN WIECZOREK | December 31, 2018 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
990-N: the IRS publishes only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years appear here as 990.tax collects the monthly files. 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.
Questions about BIKE JC
- What is the EIN of BIKE JC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of BIKE JC is 27-2282614.
- Is BIKE JC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS revoked its exemption on June 15, 2012 and reinstated it effective May 15, 2014.
- Are donations to BIKE JC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does BIKE JC 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 BIKE JC 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 BIKE JC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of BIKE JC?
- The 990-N for 2023 names Ayla Schermer.
- Who are the officers and directors of BIKE JC?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 10 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does BIKE JC have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $105,558, expenses of $73,035 and total assets of $174,213 at year end.
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