Nonprofit · EIN 61-1555718
AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST
Tax-exempt · BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $7,152,225 | $8,161,580 | -$1,009,355 | $4,458,300 | $453,248 | $4,005,052 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $7,487,043 | $8,098,419 | -$611,376 | $5,631,480 | $626,845 | $5,004,635 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $7,018,713
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $130,134
- Net rental income
- $3,078
- Net income from sales of inventory
- $300
- Other revenue
- $3,378
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $4,700,996
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $592,549
- Other salaries and wages
- $1,114,984
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $2,144,099
- Professional fundraising fees
- $183,496
- Accounting fees
- $53,929
- Occupancy
- $147,243
- Travel
- $125,866
- Program services (functional)
- $6,399,601
- Management and general (functional)
- $935,309
- Fundraising (functional)
- $826,670
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $5,631,480
- Total assets, end of year
- $4,458,300
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $453,248
- Net assets, end of year
- $4,005,052
- Publicly traded securities
- $457
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $3,889,385
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $115,667
- Gross receipts
- $7,224,422
- Employees
- 21
- Volunteers
- 9
- Year formed
- 2007
- State of legal domicile
- TN
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 | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James D Martin | Chief Executive Officer (end 5/24) Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $302,428 | $10,763 |
| Michael J Tikson | VP of Development Highest-paid employee | 40 | $138,458 | $9,851 |
| Katherine Davis Majors | Founder & Chief Visionary Trustee or director, Officer | 30 | $136,800 | $9,723 |
| Rachel Weir | Chief Executive Officer (began 5/24) Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $129,835 | $3,000 |
| Madison Dallas | Director of Finance Highest-paid employee | 40 | $109,526 | $6,375 |
| Mary Pat Davis | Secretary (end 5/24) Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 | $0 |
| Don Shepherd | Board Chair/Treasurer (end 4/24) Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Ben Merrill | Board Chair/Director (began 4/24) Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Ryan Harris | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| John Feray | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Megan Allred | Secretary/Director Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Daniel Iya | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jill Kaess | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Holly Stewart | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 15 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James D Martin | Chief Executive Officer Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $189,554 | $15,956 |
| Michael J Tikson | VP of Development Highest-paid employee | 40 | $138,305 | $10,604 |
| Katherine Davis Majors | Founder & Chief Visionary Trustee or director, Officer | 30 | $126,569 | $19,514 |
| Madison Wolbert | Director of Finance Highest-paid employee | 40 | $100,259 | $5,113 |
| Darryl Thompson | Board Chair / Director Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Ben Merrill | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Ryan Harris | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| John Feray | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Mary Pat Davis | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 | $0 |
| Don Shepherd | Treasurer / Board Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Megan Whitt | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Daniel Iya | Director (began 1/23) Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jill Kaess | Director (began 8/23) Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Holly Stewart | Director (began 8/23) Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Sam Funk | Director (end 1/23) Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 1749 MALLORY LN STE 101, BRENTWOOD, TN 37027-2931
- In care of
- % SCOTT DAVIS
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Ben Merrill, PO Box 682521, Franklin, TN 37068
- Signed the 990
- Ben Merrill, Chairman
- Phone
- (615) 656-5355
- Website
- www.amazima.org
- Return prepared by
- Batts Morrison Wales & Lee PA
Mission
To make disciples of Jesus through authentic relationships, excellent education, and strengthened communities.
Program accomplishments
- Amazima Ministries International, Education and Empowerment for East Africa ("the Ministry"), is a not-for-profit Tennessee corporation whose purpose is to educate and empower the people of East Africa by providing education, health care, food, and family support, as well as spiritual, physical, and emotional encouragement.The Ministry's mission is to make disciples of Jesus through authentic relationships, excellent education, and strengthened communities. Its vision is that every person served would know Christ and make Him knownresulting in transformed lives, restored relationships, and changed communities. The Ministry is primarily funded through contributions from individuals and businesses.The Ministry's key initiatives include:Educational Activities - The Ministry directly supports The Amazima School, a Christ-centered primary and secondary school that equips Ugandan students with the tools of learning and creative thinking to live fully for the glory of God. Through educational scholarships, students receive a Christ-centered education, meals, school supplies, medical care, and spiritual discipleship. Primary school students (P1P7) attend as day students, while secondary school students board on campus. Teachers follow the Ugandan curriculum and incorporate Biblical integration in each classroom to cultivate a Biblical worldview.Discipleship - Outside of class, secondary boarding students participate in the Student Life program, a mentorship initiative led by married couples and single Ugandan adults who live among the students and model Christian lifestyles and marriages. Student Life incorporates daily devotions, life skills groups, intramural sports, worship teams, community service projects, partnerships with other area NGOs, and intentional relationships to promote spiritual and personal growth.Next Steps - Upon graduation from secondary school, students are supported with career guidance, internships, university application assistance, vocational placements, financial literacy training, and mental health resources. The Ministry continues engaging graduates by assisting with tuition, supplies, and mentorship throughout their university, vocational training, or entry into the workforce.Medical Care - The Ministry provides health care for students and their families within the Jinja community who may otherwise lack access to affordable medical services. Students receive vaccinations, as well as testing and treatment for common infectious diseases such as malaria and typhoid. The Ministry's medical department collaborates with mentors and social workers to offer health screenings, deworming, and referrals for additional care. Trained clinical psychologists also provide mental health education and counseling to all students.Entrepreneurial Projects - The Ministry partners with local Ugandans to implement self-sustaining businesses and agricultural initiatives that enable individuals to provide for their families. These projects include farming, soap-making, and operating small shops within local communities.Community - The Ministry fosters spiritual growth activities and Bible studies in several villages in Uganda.Expenses $6,399,601 · grants $4,700,996 · revenue $300
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
- 61-1555718
- 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
- 2009
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- International, foreign affairs and national security (Q32)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $4,458,300
- Income (IRS master file)
- $7,224,422
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $7,152,225 | $8,161,580 | $4,458,300 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $7,487,043 | $8,098,419 | $5,631,480 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $7,120,768 | $7,117,011 | $6,406,143 | 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 61-1555718).
Questions about AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST
- What is the EIN of AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST is 61-1555718.
- Is AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2009.
- Are donations to AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST 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 AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST 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 AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST 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 AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Ben Merrill.
- Who are the officers and directors of AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 14 people; 5 received compensation from the organization, the highest $302,428 (James D Martin, Chief Executive Officer (end 5/24)).
- How much revenue does AMAZIMA MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT FOR EAST have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $7,152,225, expenses of $8,161,580 and total assets of $4,458,300 at year end.
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