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Nonprofit · EIN 27-2517148

INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC

Tax-exempt · LEESBURG, FL 34788

Financials

$1.9M$1.7M2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
June 30, 2025990$1,905,597$1,730,966$174,631$2,701,106$861,827$1,839,279
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$590,174
of which government grants
$590,174
Program service revenue
$1,314,442
Investment income
$981
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$185,766
Other salaries and wages
$785,608
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$1,064,365
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Accounting fees
$26,833
Occupancy
$104,445
Depreciation
$243,504
Program services (functional)
$1,387,085
Management and general (functional)
$343,881

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$2,885,201
Total assets, end of year
$2,701,106
Total liabilities, end of year
$861,827
Net assets, end of year
$1,839,279
Land, buildings and equipment
$43,395
Net assets without donor restrictions
$1,839,279
Gross receipts
$1,905,597
Employees
0
Year formed
2010
State of legal domicile
FL

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 June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
PATRICIA LIGHTNERPRESIDENT
Officer
80$185,766
TAMALA WRIGHTVP
Officer
1$0
MICHELLE KRAMOSKIDIRECTOR
Trustee or director
1$0
JOHN W COMERDIRECTOR
Trustee or director
1$0
EDWARD LACEYDIRECTOR
Trustee or director
1$0
THOMAS ARCHAMBAULTDIRECTOR
Trustee or director
1$0
BECKY STOVERDIRECTOR
Trustee or director
1$0
KEITH ALLENDIRECTOR
Trustee or director
1$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
35534 CALLA CT, LEESBURG, FL 34788-2323
In care of
% PATRICIA LIGHTNER
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
PATRICIA LIGHTNER, 35534 CALLA CT, LEESBURG, FL 34788
Signed the 990
PATRICIA LIGHTNER, PRESIDENT
Phone
(407) 429-7901
Return prepared by
RUTH A LOUBIER CPA

Mission

TO FOSTER A COMMUNITY OF STUDENT LEARNERS WHO ARE FOCUSED ON DEVELOPING THE NECESSARY INNER RESOURCES, RESPONSIBILTY & PERSONAL COMMITMENT FOR ACADEMIC, SOCIAL & PERSONAL CHANGE.

990 for the year ended June 30, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • THE EXEMPT PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION IS TO OPERATE A NON-PROFIT CHARTER SCHOOL WITH A UNIQUE EDUCATION PLAN. THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL, IN DANGER OF FAILING, HAVE FAILED, BEEN RETAINED OR ARE OVER-AGED IN SCHOOL. ALL STUDENTS TAKE BASELINE READING, MATH AND WRITING TESTS DESIGNED TO DETERMINE BASIC SUBJECT AREA ACADEMIC SKILLS. THESE TESTS ASSIST WITH CUSTOMIZING THE STUDENTS' LEARNING PLANS WITH RESPECT TO GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATIONS AND ACADEMIC LEVELS.
    Expenses $1,019,821 · revenue $1,075,402
  • ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE YOUTH FOOD PROGRAM: THE NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM (NSLP) IS A FEDERALLY ASSISTED MEAL PROGRAM FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND NON PROFIT ENTITIES. THE COMMUNITY ELIGIBILITY PROVISION (CEP) IS A PROVISION FROM THE HEALTHY, HUNGER-FREE KIDS ACT OF 2010 THAT ALLOWS SCHOOLS AND LOCAL EDUCATIONAL AGENCIES (LEAS) WITH HIGH POVERTY RATES TO PROVIDE FREE BREAKFAST AND LUNCH TO ALL STUDENTS. INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, INC. YOUTH FOOD PROGRAM IS A COMMUNITY ELIGIBLE PROVISION (CEP) PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES FREE BREAKFAST AND FREE LUNCH TO ALL STUDENTS ENROLLED AT THE SCHOOLS. IN ADDITION, THE FOOD PROGRAM PARTICIPATES IN THE SUMMER FEED PROGRAM TO SUPPORT HUNGRY CHILDREN IN SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOODS DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS. THE FOOD PROGRAM HAS THE OPERATIONAL DUTIES OF SECURING MEALS THAT ARE NUTRITIONALLY BALANCED AND QUALIFY FOR FEDERAL REIMBURSEMENT, AND MANAGING THE QUALITY AND MANAGEMENT OF THE FOOD DELIVERED TO THE STUDENTS, AND THE CLEANLINESS OF THE FOOD SERVICE AREA BY PARTICIPATING IN REGULATED HEALTH INSPECTIONS, ADMINISTRATIVE QUALITY REVIEWS AND ON SITE AUDITS BY THE NSLP OFFICE. IT ENSURES ALL STUDENTS ENROLLED AT THE SCHOOLS ARE FED A FREE BREAKFAST AND A FREE LUNCH. THE FOOD PROGRAM ALSO SUPPORTS A WELLNESS PROGRAM TO EDUCATE AND INFORM STUDENTS ABOUT HEALTHY EATING, EXERCISE AND MAKING INTELLIGENT LIFESTYLE CHOICES. THE FOOD PROGRAM PROVIDES FOOD TO THE HOMELESS, ELDERLY AND NEEDY FAMILIES DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASONS AND OFTEN PARTICIPATES IN REWARD PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS TO ENHANCE THEIR EDUCATIONAL AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CHOICES. THE ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES INCLUDE DOCUMENTING DAILY MEALS SERVED, TRACKING MEAL COUNTS AND NUTRITIONAL ELEMENTS THROUGH INVENTORY AND PRODUCTION FORMS AS REQUIRED BY THE NSLP. THE STUDENT MEMBERSHIP MUST BE MANAGED VIA THE FDC DATABASE FOR STATUS AND FUNDING. DAILY MEMBERSHIP ROSTERS AND MEAL TRACKING IS UPDATED DAILY, WEEKLY AND SUBMITTED TO THE NSLP MONTHLY FOR CLAIM REIMBURSEMENT. THE GOAL OF THE FOOD PROGRAM IS TO FEED ALL CHILDREN, BREAKFAST AND LUNCH EACH AND EVERY DAY.
    Expenses $112,589 · revenue $109,040
  • YOUTH ACTION PROJECT-WELLNESS POLICY INITIATIVE INTENDED TO SUPPORT YOUTH- RELATED PROJECTS, FITNESS AND OVERALL WELLNESS ACTIVITIES FOR LOCAL AT-RISK YOUTH. THIS INITIATIVE INCLUDES A PLAN FOR INCREASING SPORTS ACTIVITY, EXERCISE, NUTRITIONAL AWARENESS AND AVAILABILITY TO THESE AND OTHER HEALTHY PROGRAMS/RESOURCES TO THE STUDENTS AND LOCAL COMMUNITY, NAMELY FORT MYERS AND ORLANDO. TO INFLUENCE A GENERATION OF HEALTHY, STRONG, EDUCATED AND DETERMINED FUTURE LEADERS. TO PROVIDE DIRECTION AND RESOURCES FOR MEANINGFUL YOUTH GROUP ACTIVITIES. TO ENHANCE EXPOSURE TO THE ARTS, RECREATION AND CREATIVITY. TO REWARD STUDENTS FOR A JOB WELL DONE. TO CREATE A NETWORK OF RESOURCES FOR AT-RISK YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILY IN TIMES OF NEED. TO PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM ACTIVITIES WHEN APPROPRIATE. TO MAKE SURE THAT FOOD BASKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR FAMILIES IN NEED IN OUR IDENTIFIED AREAS DURING HOLIDAY TIMES. TO SUPPLY HYGIENE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES AS NEEDS ARE IDENTIFIED.
    Expenses $254,675 · revenue $130,000

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 June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025June 30, 2026November 16, 2026Not due yet
2024June 30, 2025November 17, 2025990 on file
2023June 30, 2024November 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
27-2517148
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
School
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2010
Accounting year ends
June
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Education (B20)
Assets (IRS master file)
$2,701,106
Income (IRS master file)
$1,905,597

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990June 2025–––IRS
990June 2024–––IRS
990June 2023$2,147,009$2,141,231$1,670,184IRS
990June 2022$2,004,380$2,251,566$1,870,030IRS
990June 2021–––IRS
990June 2020–––IRS
990June 2018–––IRS

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 INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC

What is the EIN of INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC is 27-2517148.
Is INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2010.
Are donations to INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES 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 INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC due?
The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.
Who is the principal officer of INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC?
The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names PATRICIA LIGHTNER.
Who are the officers and directors of INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC?
The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 8 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $185,766 (PATRICIA LIGHTNER, PRESIDENT).
How much revenue does INNOVATIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC have?
On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $1,905,597, expenses of $1,730,966 and total assets of $2,701,106 at year end.

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