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Nonprofit · EIN 46-5004833

LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER

Tax-exempt · TEMPE, AZ 85282

Financials

$263K$276K2023$268K$271K2024$379K$373K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990$379,089$372,895$6,194$44,092$23,562$20,530
December 31, 2024990$268,251$271,434-$3,183$37,969$23,633$14,336
December 31, 2023990$263,314$275,664-$12,350$42,264$24,745$17,519
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$378,949
of which government grants
$24,650
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$140

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$12,857
Other salaries and wages
$40,172
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$55,985
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Accounting fees
$5,020
Occupancy
$59,240
Travel
$19,012
Depreciation
$9,150
Program services (functional)
$278,609
Management and general (functional)
$94,286

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$37,969
Total assets, end of year
$44,092
Total liabilities, end of year
$23,562
Net assets, end of year
$20,530
Land, buildings and equipment
$24,304
Net assets without donor restrictions
$20,530
Gross receipts
$379,089
Employees
1
Volunteers
9
Year formed
2014
State of legal domicile
AZ

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 December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Okema CharlesExecutive Dir.
Trustee or director, Officer
40$12,858
Shalisha WashingtonPresident
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
Crystal OnyemaMember
Trustee or director
2$0
Michael DiggsVice President
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
Johnnie GhigliaMember
Trustee or director
2$0
Cornelia BradleySecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
Antony TremontoMember
Trustee or director
2$0
Kisha KleeTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
Enrey LopezMember
Trustee or director
2$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 6 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
OKEMA CHARLESEXECUTIVE DI
Trustee or director, Officer
40$49,569
JOHNNIE GHIGLIAMEMBER
Trustee or director
2$0
ENREY LOPEZTREASURER
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
TONYA MACKMEMBER
Trustee or director
2$0
LISA RIVERIASECRETARY
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
ANTONY TREMONTOPRESIDENT
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 6 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
OKEMA CHARLESEXECUTIVE DI
Trustee or director, Officer
40$10,726
ROBYN BOWLESSECRETARY
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
JOHNNIE GHIGLIAMEMBER
Trustee or director
2$0
ENREY LOPEZTREASURER
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
TONYA MACKMEMBER
Trustee or director
2$0
ANTONY TREMONTOPRESIDENT
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
325 E SOUTHERN AVE STE 115, TEMPE, AZ 85282-5208
In care of
% OKEMA CHARLES
Mailing address (990-N for 2017)
2320 E Baseline Rd Suite 148-114, Phoenix AZ 85042
Principal officer (990 for 2025)
Okema Charles, 325 E Southern Ave Ste 115, Tempe, AZ 85282
Principal officer (990-N for 2017)
Okema Charles, 2320 E Baseline Rd Suite 148-114, Phoenix AZ 85042
Signed the 990
Okema Charles, Executive Dir.
Phone
(480) 955-6405
Return prepared by
FiscalForge LLC

Mission

Since its founding, Lights Camera Discover has empowered over 1,000 underprivileged youth by providing them with essential skills in digital arts and steam (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) fields. Through comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes creativity, teamwork, and job-readiness, we have maintained an 85% program completion rate across all workshops.In collaboration with schools and community organizations, 70% of participants have demonstrated improved academic performance in STEAM subjects, and 65% have pursued further education or career opportunities in related fields. LCD has successfully placed 20% of graduates in internships or entry-level positions within the digital arts and entertainment industries, paving the way for future leaders and innovators.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • In 2025,services were consistent with those offered in 2024. Please see the note for 2024 below.In 2024, Lights Camera Discover Arizona proudly expanded its mission toempower youth through creative education and workforce development, makinga measurable impact across three additional new programs: the LCD print labcreation program, the sustainability through steam initiative, and ourdynamic anti-drug digital arts program.Through the LCD print lab creation program, participants learned hands-onskills in digital design and direct-to-film (dtf) printing, producingcustom shirts, stickers, and merchandise while gaining real-worldexperience in entrepreneurship, branding, and small business operations.Over 100 students completed the program, many launching their own smallproduct lines or contributing to school and community events with their creations.Our sustainability through steam initiative empowered youth to tackleenvironmental challenges with creativity and innovation. Studentscollaborated on eco-conscious media projects, upcycled materials for designwork, and developed campaigns promoting green habits in their schools andneighborhoods. This program not only fostered artistic expression but alsoinstilled a deep sense of responsibility for the planet.In response to the growing need for early intervention, our anti-drugdigital arts program offered a safe space for young people to explore thedangers of substance abuse through animation, film, and podcasting.Participants created compelling visual narratives, peer-led discussions,and public service announcements that addressed prevention withauthenticity and empathy. This program reached over 250 students acrossArizona and received recognition from local schools and community partners.Together, these programs reflect Lights Camera Discovers commitment toinspiring the next generation of changemakers through education,expression, and empowerment. Arizonas youth are not just discovering their voices they are using them to build a better future.
    Expenses $278,609

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 on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
46-5004833
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
2014
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$44,092
Income (IRS master file)
$379,089

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2025$379,089$372,895$44,092IRS
990December 2024$268,251$271,434$37,969IRS
990December 2023$263,314$275,664$42,264XML
990December 2022$335,583$448,584$55,315IRS
990December 2021–––IRS
990-EZDecember 2020–––IRS
990-N for 2017
Officer: Okema Charles
December 31, 2017≤ $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 46-5004833).

Questions about LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER

What is the EIN of LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER?
The employer identification number (EIN) of LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER is 46-5004833.
Is LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2014.
Are donations to LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER 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 LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER 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 LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
Who is the principal officer of LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Okema Charles.
Who are the officers and directors of LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 9 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $12,858 (Okema Charles, Executive Dir.).
How much revenue does LIGHTS CAMERA DISCOVER have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $379,089, expenses of $372,895 and total assets of $44,092 at year end.

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