Nonprofit · EIN 47-4623497
DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE INC
Tax-exempt · UNIVERSITY HT, OH 44118
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $239,346 | $266,213 | -$26,867 | $81,289 | $50,000 | $31,289 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $263,528 | $279,573 | -$16,045 | $116,961 | $85,000 | $31,961 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $40,063
- Program service revenue
- $199,283
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Other salaries and wages
- $84,882
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $84,882
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $1,200
- Occupancy
- $9,223
- Travel
- $28,633
- Program services (functional)
- $234,217
- Management and general (functional)
- $24,555
- Fundraising (functional)
- $7,441
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $116,961
- Total assets, end of year
- $81,289
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $50,000
- Net assets, end of year
- $31,289
- Gross receipts
- $239,346
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 50
- Year formed
- 2015
- State of legal domicile
- OH
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, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talise Campbell | President Trustee or director, Officer | 35 | $0 |
| Inaya Carrington | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Malana Broome | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Felecia Hawkins | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Bekora Jones | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Jordan Lee | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Ruby Watkins | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Brian Wilson | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Jubal Harris | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Weedie Braimah | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talise Campbell | President Trustee or director, Officer | 35 | $0 |
| Inaya Carrington | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Malana Broome | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Felecia Hawkins | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Bekora Jones | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Jordan Lee | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Ruby Watkins | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Brian Wilson | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Jubal Harris | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Weedie Braimah | Member Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 13940 CEDAR RD PMB 435, UNIVERSITY HT, OH 44118-3204
- In care of
- % TALISE CAMPBELL
- Mailing address (990-N for 2018)
- 13940 CEDAR AVE, CLEVELAND HTS OH 44118
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- TALISE CAMPBELL, 2460 CHANNING RD, UNIVERSITY HT, OH 44118
- Principal officer (990-N for 2018)
- TALISE CAMPBELL, 2460 CHANNING ROAD, UNIVERSITY HTS OH 44118
- Signed the 990
- Talise Campbell, President
- Phone
- (126) 838-9045
- Website
- WWW.DJAPO.COM
- Return prepared by
- KENYETTA COMPANY LLC
Mission
Djapo Cultural Arts Institute a 501c3 nonprofit is dedicated to preserving traditional African and diasporic art forms through dance music song history and folklore. Its mission is to educate inspire and empower communities by fostering unity cultural appreciation and collective growth through research dialogue community initiatives international travel and theatrical performances. Djapo expands artistic possibilities while strengthening connections and creating meaningful cultural experiences.
Program accomplishments
- The Djapo Cultural Arts Institutes Community Arts Program is a vital initiative that offers inclusive African and diasporic arts education to a wide range of individuals emphasizing those from marginalized backgrounds. By delivering workshops school residencies and public performances the program actively works towards the preservation and celebration of African cultural traditions. Through a comprehensive curriculum that covers African dance drumming storytelling and history participants have the unique opportunity to learn from experienced master artists and cultural experts. Furthermore the programs commitment extends to collaborating with local entities such as organizations schools and community centers to ensure that their cultural offerings are accessible to a diverse audience especially targeting youth seniors and vulnerable populations. By engaging in these partnerships the Community Arts Program effectively broadens its reach and impact fostering a sense of unity and understanding across different sectors of the community.Expenses $182,217 · revenue $185,000
- Djapo Cultural Arts Institute organizes the Annual African Dance & Drum Festival uniting artists educators and the community to honor and engage with the diverse African cultural heritage. This vibrant event spans multiple days and encompasses dance and drumming workshops captivating performances enlightening panel discussions and enriching cultural exhibitions led by esteemed artists from Africa and its diaspora. With a focus on fostering cultural exchange artistic growth and community involvement the festival draws participants from all corners of the country. Beyond enhancing artistic skills the festival nurtures cultural pride creates economic avenues for local artists and vendors and encourages intergenerational knowledge transfer through immersive participatory activities.Expenses $30,000 · grants $20,000 · revenue $15,000
- Djapo Cultural Arts Institute has been dedicated to facilitating an enriching International Cultural Arts & Education Tour to West Africa for more than 16 years. This unique program offers participants a life-changing opportunity to immerse themselves in the traditional art forms of Africa in their authentic cultural settings. The tour takes participants to countries like Senegal Mali Ghana and The Gambia where they engage in hands-on training with skilled master artists visit significant historical sites and form meaningful connections with local communities. By fostering direct cultural immersion the tour promotes cross-cultural understanding historical appreciation and artistic development among participants while also fostering economic growth through strategic partnerships with local artists craftsmen and cultural establishments. Moreover beyond the cultural and educational aspects the program also places a special emphasis on philanthropy. Djapo Cultural Arts Institute actively facilitates donations and provides scholarships for disadvantaged children and families in the communities visited during the tour. This philanthropic component not only enriches the lives of those in need but also underscores the Institutes commitment to social responsibility and community development. Through these philanthropic efforts participants are given the opportunity to give back to the communities that have welcomed them creating a reciprocal exchange of support and goodwill that further enhances the transformative impact of the program. By engaging in philanthropic activities participants are able to witness firsthand the positive difference they can make in the lives of others fostering empathy compassion and a broader sense of global citizenship among them.Expenses $22,000 · revenue $23,000
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 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 47-4623497
- 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
- 2015
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A20)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $81,289
- Income (IRS master file)
- $239,346
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $239,346 | $266,213 | $81,289 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $263,528 | $279,573 | $116,961 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2018 Officer: TALISE CAMPBELL | December 31, 2018 | ≤ $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 47-4623497).
Questions about DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE INC
- What is the EIN of DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE INC is 47-4623497.
- Is DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2015.
- Are donations to DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE 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 DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE INC 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 DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
- Who is the principal officer of DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names TALISE CAMPBELL.
- Who are the officers and directors of DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 10 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does DJAPO CULTURAL ARTS INSTITUTE INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $239,346, expenses of $266,213 and total assets of $81,289 at year end.
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