Nonprofit · EIN 43-1550694
GLADSTONE ECONOMIC BETTERMENT COUNCIL
Tax-exempt · KANSAS CITY, MO 64188
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $118,871 | $115,946 | $2,925 | $449,855 | $0 | $449,855 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $145,897 | $99,521 | $46,376 | $446,930 | $0 | $446,930 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $112,495
- Program service revenue
- $8,289
- Investment income
- $222
- Net income from fundraising events
- -$2,318
- Net income from sales of inventory
- $183
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $30,932
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $26,049
- Printing, publications and postage
- $45,119
- Other expenses
- $13,846
- Program services (functional)
- $114,657
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $446,930
- Total assets, end of year
- $449,855
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $449,855
- Cash, savings and investments
- $449,855
- Gross receipts
- $136,813
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, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amy Harlin | Chair | 0.25 | $0 |
| Les Smith | Vice-Chair | 0.25 | $0 |
| Matt Fritz | Treasurer and Secretary | 0.25 | $0 |
| Dorothy Beckham | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Pete Hall | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| John Miller Sr | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Nic Riesenberg | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Janet Waddell | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Amy Washam | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Bob Baer | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Austin Greer | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Jean Moore | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Andres Dominguez | Advisor | 0.25 | $0 |
| Jim Hampton | Advisor | 0.25 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 16 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amy Harlin | Chair | 0.25 | $0 |
| Les Smith | Vice-Chair | 0.25 | $0 |
| Matt Fritz | Treasurer and Secretary | 0.25 | $0 |
| Dorothy Beckham | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Bob Baer | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Janet Waddell | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Amy Washam | Board Member | 0.25 | $0 |
| Scott Wingerson | Board Member 1.1.23-5.31.23 | 0.25 | $0 |
| A Marie Young | Board Member 1.1.23-6.30.23 | 0.25 | $0 |
| Nic Riesenberg | Board Member 10.1.23-12.31.23 | 0.25 | $0 |
| John Miller Sr | Board Member 10.1.23-12.31.23 | 0.25 | $0 |
| Wendy McGilley | Board Member 10.1.23-12.31.23 | 0.25 | $0 |
| Austin Greer | Board Member 5.1.23-12.31.23 | 0.25 | $0 |
| Bill Garnos | Board Member 1.1.23-3.31.23 | 0.25 | $0 |
| Jean Moore | Board Member 4.1.23-12.31.23 | 0.25 | $0 |
| Pete Hall | At Large Board Member 10.1.23-12.31.23 | 0.25 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 10719, KANSAS CITY, MO 64188-0719
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Amy Harlin, President
- Phone
- (816) 436-2200
- Return prepared by
- Support Kansas City
Mission
Gladstone Economic Betterment Council (GEBC) was formed for the primary purpose of identifying human needs and creating and maintaining economic stability within the Gladstone, MO community.
Program accomplishments
- Amphitheater- Funded through private donations and organized fundraisers. Funds are used to support Theater in the Park. Two shows per season bring about 8,000 visitors to the Park.Expenses $27,398 · grants $3,680
- The Gladstone community magazine is published twice a year and provided free to the community in order to inform the community of City-related events, classes, and City regulations. It offers a full Parks and Recreation guide that includes registration information for swim lessons, baseball, and volleyball as well as event planning, facility rental, and community space. Programs include both youth and adult leagues. The magazine also provides over 13,000 households with community and county contact phone numbers and websites.Expenses $45,794
- The Mayor's Christmas Tree program is funded through private donations. Funds used to support the lighting event and proceeds provided to Northland area charities.Expenses $15,652 · grants $14,077
- Under a public service agreement with the City of Gladstone, GEBC supports and provides a variety of services and programs throughout the year in the Gladstone and surrounding area. Programs include the Atkins-Johnson Farm and Museum, Animal Control, Art Springs, Community Benches, Gladstone Legion Vet Memorial, Minor Home Repairs, Hobby Hill Park, the Gladstone Gators, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Shop with a Cop, and Beautification.Expenses $25,813 · grants $13,175
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 year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 43-1550694
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1990
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Community improvement and capacity building (S31Z)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $449,855
- Income (IRS master file)
- $136,813
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $118,871 | $115,946 | $449,855 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $145,897 | $99,521 | $446,930 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2017 | – | – | – | 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 43-1550694).
Questions about GLADSTONE ECONOMIC BETTERMENT COUNCIL
- What is the EIN of GLADSTONE ECONOMIC BETTERMENT COUNCIL?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of GLADSTONE ECONOMIC BETTERMENT COUNCIL is 43-1550694.
- Is GLADSTONE ECONOMIC BETTERMENT COUNCIL tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1990.
- Are donations to GLADSTONE ECONOMIC BETTERMENT COUNCIL tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does GLADSTONE ECONOMIC BETTERMENT COUNCIL 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 GLADSTONE ECONOMIC BETTERMENT COUNCIL due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did GLADSTONE ECONOMIC BETTERMENT COUNCIL last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2024.
- Who are the officers and directors of GLADSTONE ECONOMIC BETTERMENT COUNCIL?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 14 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does GLADSTONE ECONOMIC BETTERMENT COUNCIL have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $118,871, expenses of $115,946 and total assets of $449,855 at year end.
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