LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT INC

Financials

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.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

577 GRAND CONCOURSE PMB 143, BRONX, NY 10451-5201

In care of

% RON KAVANAUGH

Mailing address (990-N for 2019)

557 GRAND CONCOURSEPMB 143, BRONX NY 104510000

Principal officer (990-N for 2019)

Ron Kavanaugh, 80 Van Cortlandt Park South, Apt H41, Bronx NY 10463

Signed the 990-EZ

Ronald Kavanaugh, Executive Director

Phone

(347) 454-2161

Website

https://www.literaryfreedom.org

Return prepared by

Kayla Jackmon

Mission

The Literary Freedom Project creates free, open spaces for communities to engage with books through weekly discussions and presentations. Our programs promote literacy, celebrate the diverse cultures of the Bronx and NYC, and foster community connections through the literary arts and shared histories. Since 1998, LFP has focused on books, culture, and education in its initiatives. Mosaic, a literary print and online magazine, showcases writers of African descent and provides lesson plans for educators. The Mosaic Literary Conference, established in 2002, promotes literature-based creative thinking and knowledge sharing. One Book One Bronx, created in 2017, facilitates weekly discussions on gentrification, social justice, women's empowerment, racial inequality, and more.

Program accomplishments

• One Book One Bronx: A Literary Home for Community, Culture, and Conversation: At its core, One Book One Bronx is a celebration of the borough's identity-bold, resilient, and rich with untold stories. Rooted in the heart of the Bronx, the program draws a devoted audience of local readers who see their lives, histories, and hopes reflected in the books they read and the conversations they have. In a city where cultural narratives are often dominated by outside perspectives, One Book One Bronx offers something different: a literary space that centers voices from the margins and invites readers into a deeper dialogue about the world around them. Each week, the program brings together readers not just from the Bronx but from across New York City, drawn by a shared interest in stories that illuminate identity, resistance, belonging, and power. Whether diving into classics by Toni Morrison and James Baldwin or exploring the voices of contemporary writers like Ta-Nehisi Coates and Yaa Gyasi, participants are invited to think critically, listen deeply, and connect authentically. The book selections matter and so does the atmosphere. Every discussion is an invitation to reflect and grow, grounded in mutual respect and the power of lived experience. Readers don't just analyze texts; they share stories, ask questions, and build trust. Over time, One Book One Bronx becomes more than a book club. It becomes a community. It's this spirit of connection, literary, cultural, and human, that keeps people coming back. From seasoned readers to first-time participants, the program's inclusive, welcoming vibe fosters real relationships and lasting impact. In every way, the audience of One Book One Bronx is the Bronx: diverse, vibrant, thoughtful, and determined to carve out space for reflection, learning, and joy. Together, they create something rare: a communal table where everyone has a seat, and every story matters.
  Expenses $46,987
• Mosaic Magazine is more than a publication; it's a platform for transformation. Dedicated to elevating the voices of the African diaspora, Mosaic brings literature, culture, and education into vibrant conversation, creating resources that spark curiosity and deepen understanding in classrooms and communities. At the heart of Mosaic's mission is a commitment to educators, parents, and community organizations. Through dynamic professional development workshops and thoughtfully designed lesson plans, Mosaic provides tools to use reading, writing, and storytelling as gateways to engagement. These resources aren't just instructional; they're invitations to explore identity, history, justice, and imagination. Each issue of Mosaic, available in both print and digital formats, is paired with a comprehensive lesson plan crafted for high school educators. These plans reframe the magazine's core themes through culturally responsive instruction, offering a roadmap for integrating literature and social engagement in meaningful, accessible ways. Past lessons have centered figures and movements like Kalief Browder, Audre Lorde, Jesmyn Ward's The Fire This Time, and Black Lives Matter, allowing students the opportunity to see literature as both a mirror and a lens. The Mosaic Literary Conference serves as a natural extension of the magazine's work, bringing its themes off the page and into real-time dialogue. Hosted annually, the conference offers in-person panels and workshops designed to deepen the educational impact of each issue. Educators and community members come together to explore how Mosaic's content can be brought to life in classrooms, homes, and cultural spaces-creating a direct bridge between literary arts and everyday instruction. While in-person educator workshops have been on pause since the pandemic, Mosaic remains committed to reactivating these spaces. When active, they serve as powerful complements to the magazine and its lesson plans, giving educators the tools and confidence to infuse literary arts and social engagement into their practice. Mosaic operates as part of the Literary Freedom Project (LFP), working alongside initiatives like One Book One Bronx, which hosts weekly public conversations on issues such as gentrification, racial inequality, criminal justice, and women's empowerment. Together, these programs position books and culture as essential tools for dialogue, healing, and change. In every issue, lesson, and gathering, Mosaic affirms the power of literature to connect people, illuminate histories, and spark transformation. It is a living, breathing testament to the belief that stories can shape not only how we learn, but how we live.
  Expenses $10,123
• The Mosaic Literary Conference (MLC) is a cornerstone of the Literary Freedom Project's mission to place books, culture, and education at the center of community life. Designed for high school educators, librarians, parents, and cultural workers, the conference is a vibrant gathering space where the power of Black literature is harnessed to inspire new strategies for teaching, learning, and community engagement. Held annually, MLC offers dynamic panels, hands-on workshops, and thought-provoking discussions that center the literary arts of the African diaspora. More than a traditional professional development event, the conference is a living extension of Mosaic Magazine, bringing the magazine's themes and voices off the page and into real-time exploration. Each issue of Mosaic is accompanied by a comprehensive lesson plan, and the conference creates space for educators and community members to interact directly with those resources, exchange ideas, and build confidence in using literature to engage students on topics of identity, resistance, justice, and belonging. By bridging the written word with practical instruction, MLC equips participants with tools to create culturally responsive classrooms and activate literary arts as a pathway to deeper understanding. Whether discussing works by Jesmyn Ward, Audre Lorde, or exploring movements like Black Lives Matter, the conference encourages attendees to see literature not only as curriculum but as catalyst for critical thinking, self-expression, and transformation. MLC operates in close conversation with other LFP programs, such as One Book One Bronx, a weekly community reading series that uses literature to spark public dialogue around social justice, gentrification, criminal justice reform, and women's empowerment. Together, these programs reflect a cohesive vision: literature as a tool for connection and a foundation for progress. Even as in-person educator workshops have been on pause since the pandemic, MLC continues to anchor LFP's educational outreach, laying the groundwork for future convenings that blend literary arts with pedagogy and purpose. Its commitment to accessible, relevant, and socially conscious professional development remains unwavering. The Mosaic Literary Conference is more than a space for professional growth; it's a call to action for educators and cultural leaders who believe in the transformative power of stories. It reminds us that when we teach literature that reflects the fullness of our students' lives, we don't just teach better; we build stronger, more connected communities.
  Expenses $14,984

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.

IRS record

EIN

32-0011578

Tax-exempt status

501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization

Foundation status

Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))

Donations deductible (Pub 78)

Public charity, 50% deduction limit

Exempt since

2015

Accounting year ends

December

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

Arts, culture and humanities (A20)

Assets (IRS master file)

$77,259

Income (IRS master file)

$151,187

Revocation and reinstatement

Exemption revoked

May 15, 2015

Posted by the IRS

August 10, 2015

Reinstated

Effective May 15, 2015

From the IRS automatic revocation list: organizations that did not file a required return or e-Postcard for three consecutive years.

Filing history

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 32-0011578).

Questions about LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT INC

What is the EIN of LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT INC?

The employer identification number (EIN) of LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT INC is 32-0011578.

Is LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT INC tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS revoked its exemption on May 15, 2015 and reinstated it effective May 15, 2015.

Are donations to LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT INC tax-deductible?

Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).

Which annual return does LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT 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 LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT INC 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 LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT INC 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 LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT INC?

The 990-N for 2019 names Ron Kavanaugh.

Who are the officers and directors of LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT INC?

The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 11 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $39,200 (Ronald Kavanaugh, Executive Director).

How much revenue does LITERARY FREEDOM PROJECT INC have?

On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $151,187, expenses of $133,583 and total assets of $77,259 at year end.

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