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Nonprofit · EIN 35-2707576

ABOVE THE NET INC

Tax-exempt · MCDONOUGH, GA 30252

Financials

$83K$74K2024$115K$92K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of ABOVE THE NET INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990-EZ$115,086$91,923$23,163$82,444$0$82,444
December 31, 2024990-EZ$83,040$74,166$8,874$80,004–$80,004
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$80,270
Program service revenue
$32,999
Investment income
$1,817
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$550
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$68,994
Other expenses
$22,929
Program services (functional)
$87,654

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$81,674
Total assets, end of year
$82,444
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$82,444
Cash, savings and investments
$63,742
Land and buildings
$4,268
Gross receipts
$115,086

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.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Caniece Haywood Above the NetCEO20$200
Brenda Gant Above the NetCOO20$200
Monica Johnson Above the NetCFO20$150
Katie Stephenson Above the NetBoard Member5$0
Tanieka Thompson Mungo Above the NetBoard Member5$0
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 3 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
LILLIAN HAYWOODPRESIDENT15$0
BRENDA GANTSECRETARY15$0
MONICA JOHNSONTREASURER15$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
1015 UPCHURCH RD, MCDONOUGH, GA 30252-8566
Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
1015 Upchurch Rd, Mcdonough GA 30252
Principal officer (990-N for 2023)
Lillian Haywood, 328 Shagbark Lane, McDonough GA 30252
Signed the 990-EZ
Caniece Haywood, CEO
Phone
(561) 789-5633

Mission

Above the Net is a sports-based youth development organization. We provide tennis programming as well as youth enrichment activities like music, literacy, tutoring at multiple sites in Henry County.

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Above the Net is a non-profit 501(c)(3) Community Tennis Association established in February 2021 by three avid recreational tennis players with a clear mission to enhance tennis involvement in Henry County. To that end, we invested time, energy, and minimal resources developing innovative programs designed to attract youths to empower them to leverage the sport for college scholarships, strengthening communities, and building life skills. In the first year, our organization introduced well over 200 individuals to tennis with a remarkable 80 percent being juniors ages 5-18 years old. We proudly, delivered 25 distinctive age-appropriate tennis programs. From the all-day Tennispalooza event to Adult and Junior 4-week Apprentice programs, Cardio Tennis, Next Step programs, free Saturday Tennis Clinics, and Elite tennis programs all designed toward advancing participants in their tennis journeys. These incredible numbers are the direct result of what can be achieved when a community unites to support a worthy cause that will enrich lives and last a lifetime. Our positive impact continued into our second year, with grants from the USTA Foundation, USTA Southern, and we continued to earn income via our paid tennis programming. This enabled us to partner with the Shaquille O'Neal Boys and Girls Club where 100% of our programs have been delivered free of charge. In addition, since partnering with the Club, we have introduced over 70 kids to the sport specifically from the club. Also, during our second year we were able to officially become an NJTL Chapter in McDonough, Henry County. With well over 300 plus new participants to tennis each year, Above the Net stands as a recognized and respected force within the Henry County Tennis community and beyond. Our organization has received accolades from USTA, USTA Southern Crescent, Tennis Industry United and USTA Tennis Champion as proof our commitment to growing tennis is making a difference in our community. These are our tangible results. We were able to form an ALTA 15U doubles team It was truly remarkable to see the impact of league play on our Elite players. Several students were able to join their high school tennis team, others are playing in tournaments in both Georgia and Alabama, and one young lady has achieved state ranking and has the passion to turn pro. Our track record is incomparable. Those initial kids advanced out of our program, and we proudly call them Above the Net Alumni who come back and help us with our Apprentice programs and to inspire others. It's our hope to continue the momentum, as well as expand our outreach in 2024, by introducing new initiatives geared to attract underserved juniors who regrettably cannot afford the cost associated with learning and playing the sport. We are excited to add an educational component to our tennis programming, through the creation of the NJTL McDonough Chapter, to focus on academic enrichment. By leveling the playing field academically and athletically, these individuals will become a more diverse representation of the sport and more importantly open unimaginable doors to their futures. While we are actively delivering cost-based programs, your support is critical to help fund our organizational structure, ensuring its sustainability for future generations to benefit. Building a strong, resilient organization is essential to overcoming the challenges that inevitably arise. We must have the necessary training and knowledge to strengthen our mindset, preparing us for the growth that lies ahead. We need administrative support to help with student communication, marketing, and program management. All of these activities are handled by the founders today. We need the support to enable the founders to focus on the strategic elements of our organization including strategic partnerships, development of our Board, and fundraising. Finally, we would love to invest in transportation to enable us to take the kids where needed for competitive play opportunities. The potential for our organization's growth is limitless. It has the power to be a game changer for both us and our community. We have the determination, grit, and passion.
    Expenses $87,654 · grants $80,270

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 yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990-EZ on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-EZ on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-N on file

File the 2026 990-EZ for ABOVE THE NET INC

Due May 17, 2027 · e-filed with the IRS by 990.tax, an IRS-authorized e-file provider

IRS record

EIN
35-2707576
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
2021
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$82,444
Income (IRS master file)
$115,086

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2025$115,086$91,923$82,444XML
990-EZDecember 2024$83,040$74,166$80,004IRS
990-N for 2023
Officer: Lillian Haywood
December 31, 2023≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2022
Officer: MONICA JOHNSON
December 31, 2022≤ $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 35-2707576).

Questions about ABOVE THE NET INC

What is the EIN of ABOVE THE NET INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of ABOVE THE NET INC is 35-2707576.
Is ABOVE THE NET INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2021.
Are donations to ABOVE THE NET INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does ABOVE THE NET 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 ABOVE THE NET 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 ABOVE THE NET 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 ABOVE THE NET INC?
The 990-N for 2023 names Lillian Haywood.
Who are the officers and directors of ABOVE THE NET INC?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 5 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $200 (Caniece Haywood Above the Net, CEO).
How much revenue does ABOVE THE NET INC have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $115,086, expenses of $91,923 and total assets of $82,444 at year end.

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