Nonprofit · EIN 58-2087265
BLAZESPORTS AMERICA INC
Tax-exempt · NORCROSS, GA 30071
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $1,201,020 | $1,125,318 | $75,702 | $721,834 | $220,997 | $500,837 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $1,161,008 | $977,603 | $183,405 | $657,465 | $232,330 | $425,135 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $1,100,109
- of which government grants
- $789,951
- Program service revenue
- $89,856
- Investment income
- $11,055
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $177,070
- Other salaries and wages
- $334,088
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $590,383
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $67,986
- Occupancy
- $50,898
- Travel
- $69,389
- Depreciation
- $13,590
- Program services (functional)
- $883,216
- Management and general (functional)
- $164,289
- Fundraising (functional)
- $77,813
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $657,465
- Total assets, end of year
- $721,834
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $220,997
- Net assets, end of year
- $500,837
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $23,338
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $500,837
- Gross receipts
- $1,201,020
- Employees
- 11
- Volunteers
- 325
- Year formed
- 1993
- State of legal domicile
- GA
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn Churi | Executive Director Key employee | 40 | $177,071 |
| W Andrew McNeil Esq | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 6 | $0 |
| Duane Morrow | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Helen Dowdell | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| John T Smith | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Mechelle Brown | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Pam Sawyer | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Chris Hood | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Lisa Simmons | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Katherine Creek | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn Churi | Executive Director Key employee | 40 | $202,027 |
| W Andrew McNeil Esq | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 6 | $0 |
| Duane Morrow | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Helen Dowdell | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| John T Smith | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Mechelle Brown | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Pam Sawyer | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Chris Hood | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Lisa Simmons | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Katherine Creek | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 3000 BUSINESS PARK DR STE A, NORCROSS, GA 30071-1499
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Dawn Churi, 3000 Business Park Dr A, Norcross, GA 30071
- Signed the 990
- Dawn Churi, Executive Director
- Phone
- (404) 270-2000
- Website
- www.blazesports.org
- Return prepared by
- MERSEREAU LAZENBY & ROCKAS LLC
Mission
Changing the lives of individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive sport and physical activity.
Program accomplishments
- In 2024, BlazeSports continues its mission to empower individuals with disabilities through a wide range of adaptive sports, recreation, and training programs. Building on our success in 2023, we proudly served 1,100 youth, veterans, adults, and toddlers with physical disabilities. Our adaptive sports offerings have expanded to encompass 14 sports, alongside camps, clinics, and events focused on ensuring quality accessible programs for our community. Newer programs and clinics, such as Pickle Ball, Wheelchair football, and golf, complement well-established programs like wheelchair basketball, archery, tennis, and summer camp. We've also enhanced our offerings with additions like corn hole, badminton, and expanded fitness programs, ensuring inclusive opportunities for all.BlazeSports hosted the National Parasport Conference, uniting industry leaders both virtually and in-person in Atlanta, GA. This event highlighted our commitment to advancing parasport, fostering collaboration, and driving positive change in the community.One of our most significant achievements has been the growth of BlazeTOTS, where we served over 400 toddlers aged 2-6 with disabilities. BlazeTOTS focuses on early childhood development through adaptive fitness and health activities, promoting physical, cognitive, and social skills in a supportive environment. The program includes structured play, skill-building exercises, and interactive sessions for parents and children, providing holistic support and educational resources. BlazeSports remains dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for all individuals with disabilities, enriching lives through sport, wellness, and community engagement. We remain steadfast in our dedication to ensuring the quality, diversity and availability of our programs are equal to sports programs open to those without disabilities.Expenses $883,216 · revenue $89,856
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
- 58-2087265
- 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
- 1994
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Recreation and sports (N70I)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $721,834
- Income (IRS master file)
- $1,201,020
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $1,201,020 | $1,125,318 | $721,834 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $1,161,008 | $977,603 | $657,465 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $908,533 | $851,383 | $416,232 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | 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 58-2087265).
Questions about BLAZESPORTS AMERICA INC
- What is the EIN of BLAZESPORTS AMERICA INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of BLAZESPORTS AMERICA INC is 58-2087265.
- Is BLAZESPORTS AMERICA INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1994.
- Are donations to BLAZESPORTS AMERICA INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does BLAZESPORTS AMERICA 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 BLAZESPORTS AMERICA 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 BLAZESPORTS AMERICA 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 BLAZESPORTS AMERICA INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Dawn Churi.
- Who are the officers and directors of BLAZESPORTS AMERICA INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 10 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $177,071 (Dawn Churi, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does BLAZESPORTS AMERICA INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $1,201,020, expenses of $1,125,318 and total assets of $721,834 at year end.
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