Nonprofit · EIN 56-2424521
MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER
Tax-exempt · LOS ALTOS, CA 94023
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $96,338 | $105,566 | -$9,228 | $56,931 | $0 | $56,931 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $68,340 | $41,848 | $26,492 | $63,638 | $0 | $63,638 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $96,338
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $94,000
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $94,000
- Printing, publications and postage
- $2,396
- Other expenses
- $9,170
- Program services (functional)
- $7,410
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $63,638
- Total assets, end of year
- $56,931
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $56,931
- Cash, savings and investments
- $56,931
- Gross receipts
- $96,338
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Margaret Petros | Executive Director and Board Member | 60 | $94,000 |
| Roger V Smith | Chairperson | 10 | $0 |
| Judy Kay | Board Member | 2 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 3 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Margaret Petros | Executive Director and Board Member | 40 | $36,000 |
| Roger V Smith | Chairperson | 5 | $0 |
| Judy Kay | Board Member | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 16, LOS ALTOS, CA 94023-0016
- In care of
- % MARGARET PETROS
- Mailing address (990-N for 2022)
- PO Box 16, Los Altos CA 94023
- Principal officer (990-N for 2022)
- Margaret Petros, PO Box 16, Los Altos CA 94023
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Margaret Petros, Executive Director
- Phone
- (650) 248-9529
- Website
- www.mothersagainstmurder.org
California records
California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 56-2424521 or by the name MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER.
- Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers
- Registration status and filed reports (CT-TR-1, RRF-1)
- Secretary of State, bizfile Online
- Corporation status, entity number, agent for service
- Franchise Tax Board
- Entity status letter (state tax exemption, good standing)
Mission
Mothers Against Murder ("MAM") is dedicated to supporting, advocating for, empowering, and protecting the rights of crime victims. Our primary exempt purpose is to assist survivors of homicide, including the families, friends, and communities affected by these tragedies. While our core focus is on homicide survivors, MAM also frequently provides assistance to victims of other crimes who seek our support after experiencing additional trauma or systemic failures within the justice process. As a highly proactive and experienced crime-victim advocacy organization, MAM works not only on individual cases but also to address broader systemic issues. We advocate for accountability and transparency within government agencies, elevate victims' concerns through appropriate channels, and ensure that survivors' voices are recognized by the institutions responsible for delivering justice. Although small in size, MAM plays a critical role in challenging complex bureaucratic barriers.
Program accomplishments
- Secured a Landmark Statewide Victory for Crime Victims Mothers Against Murder (MAM) won a California writ of mandate that restored victims' right to a fair appeals hearing after denials by the California Victim Compensation Board (CalVCB). This precedent-setting ruling now protects victims statewide from unlawful denials and ensures transparency, due process, and accountability in the state's compensation system. Provided Direct Advocacy and Crisis Assistance to Victims and Families MAM assisted homicide survivors, domestic violence victims, and families across California-often when no other agency would intervene. We helped victims navigate law enforcement, prosecutors' offices, and CalVCB, secured emergency services, and eliminated barriers that had prevented families from obtaining funeral reimbursements, wage-loss compensation, and other urgently needed support. Exposed Systemic Failures and Improved Government Accountability Through detailed case documentation, policy advocacy, and collaboration with journalists and community partners, MAM brought public attention to recurring failures in county victim witness centers and CalVCB. This work prompted reviews, corrections of mishandled claims, and increased oversight, driving improvements that benefit victims statewide.Expenses $4,268
- MAM organized and hosted a major community event during National Crime Victims' Rights Week, bringing together multiple local community-based victim service organizations and every law enforcement agency in the county. We honored and acknowledged frontline professionals as the unsung heroes who serve crime victims, and we featured powerful victim impact speakers whose stories inspired action and awareness. The event received national media coverage, elevating the visibility of victims' rights and the critical need for meaningful support.Expenses $3,142
- Court Accompaniment The court system is incredibly intimidating to survivors. Having to come in contact with the accused is traumatizing. This system was not designed with crime victims in mind. There is a huge need for this service. We have managed to help by accompanying survivors to court as much as time allows for this important service.
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
- 56-2424521
- 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
- 2005
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Human services (P20)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $56,931
- Income (IRS master file)
- $96,338
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $96,338 | $105,566 | $56,931 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $68,340 | $41,848 | $63,638 | XML |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: Margaret Petros | December 31, 2022 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: Margaret Petros | December 31, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2019 Officer: Margaret Petros | December 31, 2019 | ≤ $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 56-2424521).
Questions about MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER
- What is the EIN of MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER is 56-2424521.
- Is MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2005.
- Are donations to MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER 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 MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER 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 MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2024.
- Who is the principal officer of MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER?
- The 990-N for 2022 names Margaret Petros.
- Who are the officers and directors of MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 3 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $94,000 (Margaret Petros, Executive Director and Board Member).
- How much revenue does MOTHERS AGAINST MURDER have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $96,338, expenses of $105,566 and total assets of $56,931 at year end.
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