Nonprofit · EIN 43-1199882
NOVA CENTER INC
Tax-exempt · KANSAS CITY, MO 64132
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2025 | 990 | $9,573,352 | $7,827,078 | $1,746,274 | $17,221,263 | $382,674 | $16,838,589 |
| June 30, 2024 | 990 | $9,779,853 | $6,855,473 | $2,924,380 | $15,313,195 | $205,781 | $15,107,414 |
| June 30, 2023 | 990 | $7,941,565 | $5,779,075 | $2,162,490 | $12,313,788 | $139,355 | $12,174,433 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $13,249
- of which government grants
- $13,249
- Program service revenue
- $9,155,893
- Investment income
- $273,872
- Net gain from sales of assets
- -$77,836
- Other revenue
- $130,338
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $409,403
- Other salaries and wages
- $4,269,666
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $5,759,681
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $30,429
- Accounting fees
- $70,544
- Occupancy
- $349,542
- Travel
- $104,505
- Depreciation
- $261,625
- Program services (functional)
- $6,510,837
- Management and general (functional)
- $1,316,241
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $15,313,195
- Total assets, end of year
- $17,221,263
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $382,674
- Net assets, end of year
- $16,838,589
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $5,184,528
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $16,838,589
- Gross receipts
- $9,651,188
- Employees
- 165
- Volunteers
- 4
- Year formed
- 1980
- State of legal domicile
- MO
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.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARK THILL | CEO/CFO Officer | 40 | $155,763 | $50,517 |
| STEVEN THILL | FINANCE DIRECTOR Officer | 40 | $108,262 | $71,255 |
| COSMOSIC POLLARD | RESIDENTIAL DIRECTOR Highest-paid employee | 40 | $135,377 | $28,514 |
| GAIL WILLIAMS | PROGRAM DIRECTOR Highest-paid employee | 40 | $103,431 | $26,806 |
| MARCUS HARRIS | INDEPENDENT LIVING PROGRAM MANAGER Highest-paid employee | 40 | $104,010 | $25,730 |
| TAMRA CLARK | DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Highest-paid employee | 40 | $100,515 | $27,849 |
| CHRIS DIERKS | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| GARY NESSLEIN | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| TONY THILL | VP/SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| MIKE HAIGHT | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2024: 7 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARK THILL | CEO/CFO Officer | 40 | $149,766 | $12,143 |
| COSMOSIC POLLARD | RESIDENTIAL DIRECTOR Highest-paid employee | 40 | $101,231 | $11,912 |
| GAIL WILLIAMS | PROGRAM DIRECTOR Highest-paid employee | 40 | $101,066 | $410 |
| CHRIS DIERKS | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| GARY NESSLEIN | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| TONY THILL | VP/SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| MICHAEL HAIGHT | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2023: 5 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARK THILL | CEO/CFO Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $124,646 | $34,934 |
| CHRIS DIERKS | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| GARY NESSLEIN | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| TONY THILL | VP/SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| MICHAEL HAIGHT | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 8401 HICKMAN MILLS DR, KANSAS CITY, MO 64132-2513
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- MARK THILL, 8401 HICKMAN MILLS DRIVE, KANSAS CITY, MO 64132
- Signed the 990
- MARK THILL, CEO
- Phone
- (816) 761-8614
- Website
- WWW.NOVACENTER.ORG
- Return prepared by
- CREATIVE PLANNING TAX LLC
Mission
NOVA CENTER'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE THE HIGHEST QUALITY EDUCATIONAL AND HABILATIVE SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (L.D., B.D., E.M.H), INCLUDING AUTISM AND ASPERGER'S SYNDROME. WE BELIEVE EACH INDIVIDUAL HAS THE RIGHT TO REACH HIS OR HER HIGHEST POTENTIAL AND TO LIVE AND WORK IN THE LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENT POSSIBLE. NOVA CENTER PROVIDES INDIVIDUALIZED PROGRAMS GEARED TO ALL LEVELS OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES WITH THE GOAL OF ENABLING EACH PARTICIPANT TO LEAD A RICHER, MORE INDEPENDENT AND PRODUCTIVE LIFE.
Program accomplishments
- NOVA CENTER OFFERS GROUP LIVING AND INDIVIDUAL SUPPORTED LIVING RESIDENTIAL SERVICES FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WHOSE BEHAVIORAL DIFFICULTIES INHIBIT THEIR SUCCESS IN TRADITIONAL PLACEMENTS.Expenses $3,470,981 · revenue $5,142,284
- NOVA CENTER PROVIDES INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAMS TO CHILDREN WITH SEVERE DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES. THE SCHOOL IS AN APPROVED PRIVATE AGENCY OF MO DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION, AND SERVES 16 KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI AREA SCHOOL DISTRICTS. THE TEACHER TO STUDENT RATIO AVERAGES 1:4. ALL TEACHERS ARE CERTIFIED AND COMPLETE A PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM INCORPORATING INTENSIVE BEHAVIORAL, SENSORY, COMMUNICATIVE AND POSITIVE BEHAVIOR SUPPORT TRAINING.Expenses $1,957,441 · revenue $2,014,922
- NOVA CENTER PROVIDES SUPPORT THROUGH ITS DAY HABILITATION PROGRAM THAT OFFERS TRAINING IN ALL AREAS OF FUNCTIONAL DAILY LIVING FOR PERSONS OVER AGE 21. THIS PROGRAM FOCUSES ON INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS, INCLUDING PERSONAL CARE, COMMUNICATION, SAFETY SKILLS, HOME LIVING AND COOKING, SOCIAL RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT. ITS RETIREMENT PROGRAM OFFERS A VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES TO PEOPLE WHO DUE TO AGE OR PHYSICAL NEEDS, NEED A SLOWER PACED PROGRAM. THE RETIREMENT PROGRAM OFFERS A RELAXED SETTING BASED ON RECREATION. A VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES ARE OFFERED AND DESIGNED TO ENHANCE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIAL SKILLS AND FRIENDSHIPS.Expenses $1,007,255 · revenue $2,080,367
- NOVA CENTER ALSO PROVIDES A SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM AND A TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM FOR ITS STUDENTS.Expenses $75,160 · revenue $48,658
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 year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June 30, 2026 | November 16, 2026 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | June 30, 2025 | November 17, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | June 30, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 43-1199882
- 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
- 1980
- Accounting year ends
- June
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Human services (P80Z)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $17,221,263
- Income (IRS master file)
- $9,651,188
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | June 2025 | $9,573,352 | $7,827,078 | $17,221,263 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2024 | $9,779,853 | $6,855,473 | $15,313,195 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2023 | $7,941,565 | $5,779,075 | $12,313,788 | XML |
| 990 | June 2022 | $6,498,329 | $4,798,216 | $10,176,684 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 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 43-1199882).
Questions about NOVA CENTER INC
- What is the EIN of NOVA CENTER INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of NOVA CENTER INC is 43-1199882.
- Is NOVA CENTER INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1980.
- Are donations to NOVA CENTER INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does NOVA CENTER 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 NOVA CENTER 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 NOVA CENTER 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 NOVA CENTER INC?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names MARK THILL.
- Who are the officers and directors of NOVA CENTER INC?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 10 people; 6 received compensation from the organization, the highest $155,763 (MARK THILL, CEO/CFO).
- How much revenue does NOVA CENTER INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $9,573,352, expenses of $7,827,078 and total assets of $17,221,263 at year end.
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