Nonprofit · EIN 46-5021840
FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD
Tax-exempt · WEST MILFORD, NJ 07480
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $68,023 | $86,308 | -$18,285 | $85,150 | $0 | $85,150 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ (amended) | $24,694 | $3,234 | $21,460 | $85,495 | $0 | $85,495 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $47,383
- Membership dues
- $1,424
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $722
- Net income from fundraising events
- $18,494
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $81,576
- Occupancy
- $1,971
- Printing, publications and postage
- $1,711
- Other expenses
- $1,050
- Program services (functional)
- $4
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $103,435
- Total assets, end of year
- $85,150
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $85,150
- Cash, savings and investments
- $58,139
- Gross receipts
- $69,153
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.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Van Hooker | President | 10 | $0 |
| Mark Lynch | Vice President | 10 | $0 |
| Susan Lynch | Treasurer | 10 | $0 |
| Sandy Hefferon | Secretary | 10 | $0 |
| Ron Perez | Grant Writer | 10 | $0 |
| Sonya Van Hooker | Social Media Liaison | 5 | $0 |
| John Hefferon | Construction Committee | 5 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 5 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Lynch | Chair and Treasurer | 10 | $0 |
| Ron Perez | Vice-Chair | 10 | $0 |
| Sandy Hefferon | Secretary | 10 | $0 |
| Pat Decker | Grant Writer | 10 | $0 |
| Mark Lynch | Construction Coordinator | 10 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 63, WEST MILFORD, NJ 07480-0063
- Mailing address (990-N for 2024)
- 65 Lincoln Ave PO Box 63, West Milford NJ 07480
- Principal officer (990-N for 2024)
- Susan Lynch, 41 Shadowy Lane, West Milford NJ 07480
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Susan Lynch, Treasurer
- Phone
- (973) 728-7898
- Website
- www.wallischhomestead.org
Mission
The Friends of Wallisch Homestead 's primary exempt purpose is to support West Milford Township, the Board of Education, and other community groups in the preservation and adaptive reuse of the Wallisch Homestead as a living record of the community's cultural and economic heritage. The FOWH is a community organization dedicated to preserving the Wallisch Homestead and its rich history for future generations. The mission of the organization is to support West Milford Township, Board of Education, and other community groups in their efforts to preserve and adaptively reuse the homestead for the benefit of the community. The Wallisch Homestead is a cultural and environmental conservation site that serves as a living record of the community's cultural and economic heritage.
Program accomplishments
- The Friends of Wallisch Homestead (FOWH) holds an Annual Barn Sale that features vintage treasures, collectibles, and unique finds for everyone. The sale is held in the Barn and offers a wide range of items, including jewelry, home decor, and much more, all at unbelievable prices. The proceeds from the sale benefit the Wallisch Homestead and its ongoing preservation efforts. By attending the sale, visitors can not only find a special item for themselves but also contribute to the preservation of this important community resource. The sale is a three-day event that is open to the public. Members of the FOWH are granted early admission on Friday. The event is held rain or shine, so visitors can shop regardless of the weather conditions. In summary, the FOWH Annual Barn Sale is an exciting three-day event where visitors can find vintage treasures, collectibles, and unique finds at unbelievable prices. The proceeds from the sale benefit the Wallisch Homestead's ongoing preservation efforts, and the event is open to the public, rain or shine. Members of the FOWH are granted early admission on Friday.Expenses $4
- The monthly flea markets serve as a vital engine for the Wallisch Homestead, seamlessly weaving together the site's three-fold mission of culture, education, and recreation. By transforming the historic grounds into a bustling community hub, these events invite the public to engage with the property's pastoral charm, fostering a recreational space where neighbors can gather and connect. The markets also act as a living cultural exhibit, showcasing local craftsmanship and vintage treasures that echo the homestead's long history. Most importantly, entertaining hundreds of visitors, the proceeds from these markets provide the essential financial backbone required to restore the original farmhouse and maintain the surrounding acreage. This ensures that the homestead is not just a relic of the past, but a self-sustaining environment where the community can continue to learn about local heritage for generations to come.
- The annual square dance serves as a living bridge between the Wallisch Homestead's agricultural past and its future as a vibrant community hub. By inviting the public onto the grounds for a traditional folk celebration, the event directly fulfills the mission to preserve and interpret the site's heritage through active, hands-on participation. It transforms the historic landscape from a static monument into a dynamic social space, fostering the community-led stewardship and environmental appreciation that the Friends of Wallisch Homestead strive to cultivate. Ultimately, the rhythmic call of the dance reinforces the bond between the land, its history, and the people who ensure its continued vitality
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 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-N on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 46-5021840
- 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
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A80)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $85,150
- Income (IRS master file)
- $69,153
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $68,023 | $86,308 | $85,150 | XML |
| 990-N for 2024 Officer: Susan Lynch | December 31, 2024 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $24,694 | $3,234 | $85,495 | XML |
| 990-EZ | June 2023 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | June 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: Kerry J OBrien | June 30, 2021 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2019 Officer: Kerry J O'Brien | June 30, 2020 | ≤ $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 46-5021840).
Questions about FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD
- What is the EIN of FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD is 46-5021840.
- Is FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2014.
- Are donations to FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD 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 FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD 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 FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD 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 FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD?
- The 990-N for 2024 names Susan Lynch.
- Who are the officers and directors of FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 7 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does FRIENDS OF WALLISCH HOMESTEAD have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $68,023, expenses of $86,308 and total assets of $85,150 at year end.
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