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Nonprofit · EIN 27-2545771

CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Tax-exempt · MT PLEASANT, SC 29464

Financials

$3.3M$2.2M2023$3.7M$2.2M2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
June 30, 2025990$3,743,953$2,227,059$1,516,894$3,611,822$706,548$2,905,274
June 30, 2024990$3,290,137$2,183,216$1,106,921$1,705,646$288,111$1,417,535
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$2,072,665
Program service revenue
$1,654,711
Investment income
$9,091
Other revenue
$7,486

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$160,788
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$186,041
Other salaries and wages
$894,249
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$1,159,450
Professional fundraising fees
$140,000
Legal fees
$2,946
Accounting fees
$34,370
Occupancy
$541,081
Travel
$3,525
Depreciation
$20,245
Program services (functional)
$1,873,791
Management and general (functional)
$182,031
Fundraising (functional)
$171,237

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$1,705,646
Total assets, end of year
$3,611,822
Total liabilities, end of year
$706,548
Net assets, end of year
$2,905,274
Land, buildings and equipment
$1,460,563
Net assets without donor restrictions
$1,362,592
Net assets with donor restrictions
$1,542,682
Gross receipts
$3,743,953
Employees
35
Volunteers
12
Year formed
2010
State of legal domicile
SC

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
Sara CareySec and Principal
Trustee or director, Officer
55$94,551
Lathan CareyPresident
Trustee or director, Officer
55$91,550
Lysa TutenChair
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0
Jared DeanInterim Treasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0
Sara MoseleyBoard Member
Trustee or director
1$0
Alex BonillaBoard Member
Trustee or director
1$0
Zenas GawaiBoard Member
Trustee or director
1$0
990 for the year ended June 30, 2024: 7 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensationOther / benefits
LATHAN CAREYPRESIDENT
Trustee or director, Officer
55$99,366$3,089
SARA CAREYSEC AND PRIN
Trustee or director, Officer
55$86,614$3,088
ALEX BONILLABOARD MEMBER
Trustee or director
1$0$0
JARED DEANBOARD MEMBER
Trustee or director
1$0$0
BRENT DILLIONTREASURER
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0$0
SARA MOSELEYBOARD MEMBER
Trustee or director
1$0$0
LYSA TUTENCHAIR
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
546 LONG POINT RD, MT PLEASANT, SC 29464-8215
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
Lathan Carey, PO Box 2026, Mount Pleasant, SC 29465
Signed the 990
Lathan Carey, Head of School
Phone
(843) 972-8119
Return prepared by
Glaser and Company LLC

Mission

Crown is a setting where students are not merely taught but become catalysts in their own learning. Students demonstrate mastery in an approach that is authentic and meaningful throughout integrated courses, earning Crown the coveted STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) Certification from the South Carolina Independent School Association. Crowns unique schedule gives students lessons in time management and personal responsibility. Crown has received Advanced Accreditation through Cognia.

990 for the year ended June 30, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Crown began when a group of educators, parents, and business leaders came together with a shared dream: to create a learning environment that would challenge students to become critical thinkers, and leaders equipped to influence their communities and the world. We envisioned a culture that nurtured within students a genuine love for people, creative expression, and wisdom and integrity.That dream took shape when seven students and two teachers pioneered Crown Leadership Academy in a one-room schoolhouse tucked inside an office building on Coleman Boulevard in Mt. Pleasant, SC. As the academy grew, we spent two years at Holy Cross on Sullivan's Island before moving into one of our current campuses on Long Point Drive, in Mt. Pleasant.In 2019, Crown expanded its reach by opening our North Charleston campus at North Palm Community Church, extending our mission and welcoming a new group of students and families into the Crown community.Project Based LearningNurturing originality is inherent in every aspect of teaching and learning at Crown. Our teachers are passionate about presenting creative and individualized information to students. We encourage everyone at Crown to express creativity in their assignments. Students who think for themselves and have curious minds will exercise these gifts and fulfill their highest goals.Team multi-disciplinary projects require accessing all available resources, encouraging introspection and communication, and accepting personal and group responsibility. Teachers evaluate these projects not just on the content students learn, but the skills they hone to work in teams as adults. Conflict resolution is built as peers navigate how to work together. We realize that this is a difficult skill for many young people, but we feel it is crucial in our students' future success.We use SC State Educational Standards as the outline of what is covered in academic classes throughout every grade level. Class discussions and "driving questions" shape the direction that students run in order to learn academic material, while also growing in practical skills. Students show mastery of material through project evaluation, presentation, classroom participation and assignments. Traditional print textbooks rarely drive the learning at Crown; however, we do use the following textbooks in math and in language arts:Math Teaching Textbooks , McRuffy Math; CK12 Language Arts McRuffy.Executive Functioning SkillsWorkload ManagementWe aim for our students to be individuals who experience a balanced life that includes time with family and participation in sporting, artistic and community events that contribute to their growth. Our students manage their time at school wisely so that they rarely have homework. Each student has scheduled time daily to work on independent assignments with peers and teachers.ScheduleStudents attend academic classes Monday through Thursday, from 9:00am to 3:15pm. If a student completes his or her schoolwork by Thursday at 2:00, Friday attendance is not required. Each morning begins with Prayer, Worship, and our School Meeting where we discuss issues affecting our school, community and world. Generally, we take a one week break following each quarter. In addition, Crown allows distance-learning arrangements to accommodate family travels and other out-of-town experiences, when coordinated with teachers in advance.EnrichmentCrown students are encouraged to explore special interests outside the classroom. Fridays are wonderful opportunities for volunteering, hobbies, and extra-curricular lessons. High School students may earn credit by meeting with our Guidance Counselor prior to the experience for approval and then presenting upon completion. Our students have participated in sailing training, art lessons, internships, photography classes, business entrepreneurship, and travel. New Mount Pleasant Campus 2025-2026Crown Leadership Academy is finalizing preparations for the 2025-2026 school year in its new, customized and expanded campus at 546 Long Point Road in Mount Pleasant. This move marks a significant milestone in the school's fifteen-year history, reflecting its ongoing commitment to award-winning academic excellence, innovative learning environments, and the well-being of its students, staff, and broader community.North Charleston LocationOur North Charleston Campus began in 2019, conveniently located on Cross County Road at North Palm Community Church
    Expenses $1,873,791 · grants $160,788 · revenue $1,654,711

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
27-2545771
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
2011
Accounting year ends
June
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Education (B25)
Assets (IRS master file)
$3,611,822
Income (IRS master file)
$3,743,953

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990June 2025$3,743,953$2,227,059$3,611,822XML
990June 2024$3,290,137$2,183,216$1,705,646IRS
990June 2023$1,896,956$1,882,573$73,964IRS
990June 2022$1,652,518$1,633,145$91,500IRS
990June 2021–––IRS
990June 2019–––IRS
990June 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 27-2545771).

Questions about CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

What is the EIN of CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY?
The employer identification number (EIN) of CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY is 27-2545771.
Is CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2011.
Are donations to CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 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 CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 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 CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 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 CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY?
The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names Lathan Carey.
Who are the officers and directors of CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY?
The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 7 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $94,551 (Sara Carey, Sec and Principal).
How much revenue does CROWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY have?
On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $3,743,953, expenses of $2,227,059 and total assets of $3,611,822 at year end.

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