Nonprofit · EIN 76-0088702
NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES
Tax-exempt · HOUSTON, TX 77090
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 30, 2025 | 990 | $9,276,374 | $10,333,279 | -$1,056,905 | $7,033,013 | $2,334,616 | $4,698,397 |
| September 30, 2024 | 990 | $9,313,534 | $10,224,252 | -$910,718 | $7,767,365 | $2,012,063 | $5,755,302 |
| September 30, 2023 | 990 | $9,729,200 | $11,041,229 | -$1,312,029 | $8,097,381 | $1,431,361 | $6,666,020 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $8,931,934
- of which government grants
- $2,750,956
- Program service revenue
- $96,325
- Investment income
- $6,661
- Net rental income
- $255,844
- Net income from fundraising events
- -$17,240
- Other revenue
- $241,454
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $4,579,345
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $490,957
- Other salaries and wages
- $2,613,413
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $3,768,751
- Professional fundraising fees
- $85,916
- Occupancy
- $406,532
- Depreciation
- $348,515
- Program services (functional)
- $8,532,685
- Management and general (functional)
- $1,322,501
- Fundraising (functional)
- $478,093
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $7,767,365
- Total assets, end of year
- $7,033,013
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $2,334,616
- Net assets, end of year
- $4,698,397
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $6,344,868
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $4,530,597
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $167,800
- Gross receipts
- $9,293,614
- Employees
- 84
- Volunteers
- 3,000
- Year formed
- 1983
- State of legal domicile
- TX
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 September 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALFRED L CAVE III | Former CEO | 40 | $161,792 | $7,800 |
| ALLISION BOOKER BROOKS | CHIEF PRO OFFIC Officer | 40 | $112,178 | $7,800 |
| Traci Hurst | Interim CFO | 40 | $94,148 | $7,800 |
| JIM FRYFOGLE | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| NOLAN LEHMANN | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| NADINE SCAMP | CEO Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $0 | $0 |
| SHANNON N MOSHER | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| PASTOR ANTHONY CHATMAN | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| PASTOR VICTOR CHATMAN | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| CRYSTAL HOLLIER | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| REVDRMARTY DUNBAR | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR LATONYA MGAFFNEY | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| STANLEY HORTON | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| WILLIAM SESSIONS | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR JENNY MCGOWN | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
5 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR LUPITA HINOJOSA | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| MICHAEL D WATFORD | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| DANA HINES | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| DR NICOLE TWINE | Board Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| JIM DAY | CFO Officer | 40 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2024: 21 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALFRED L CAVE III | President & CEO Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $205,027 | $9,726 |
| DENESE HAMMON | CFO Officer | 40 | $120,877 | $45 |
| ALLISION BOOKER BROOKS | CHIEF PRO OFFIC Officer | 40 | $108,430 | $11,288 |
| BRIAN CARR | CHIEF ADV OFFIC Officer | 40 | $107,226 | $2,229 |
| JIM FRYFOGLE | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| NOLAN LEHMANN | Executive Board Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| GARLAND R SHAW | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| SHANNON N MOSHER | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| JIM DAY | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| PASTOR ANTHONY CHATMAN | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| PASTOR VICTOR CHATMAN | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| CRYSTAL HOLLIER | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| REVDRMARTY DUNBAR | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| THOMAS R FULLER | NAM Liaison Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DRLATONYA MGOFFNEY | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| STANLEY HORTON | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| WILLIAM SESSIONS | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR JENNY MCGOWN | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR LUPITA HINOJOSA | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| MICHAEL D WATFORD | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR NICOLE TWINE | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2023: 24 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALFRED L CAVE III | President & CEO Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $216,836 | $12,374 |
| DENESE HAMMON | CFO Officer | 40 | $123,681 | $5,340 |
| ALLISION BOOKER BROOKS | CHIEF PRO OFFIC Officer | 40 | $114,771 | $13,960 |
| BRIAN CARR | CHIEF ADV OFFIC Officer | 40 | $121,555 | $2,750 |
| JIM FRYFOGLE | INTERIM V.CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| NOLAN LEHMANN | Interim Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| GARLAND R SHAW | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| SHANNON N MOSHER | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| JIM DAY | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| PASTOR ANTHONY CHATMAN | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| PASTOR VICTOR CHATMAN | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| CRYSTAL HOLLIER | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| REVDRMARTY DUNBAR | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| THOMAS R FULLER | NAM Liaison Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DRLATONYA MGOFFNEY | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| STANLEY HORTON | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| BILL SESSIONS | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR JENNY MCGOWN | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR LUPITA HINOJOSA | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| MICHAEL D WATFORD | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR NICOLE TWINE | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| KRISTINE K SULLIVAN | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DAVE ANDERSON | VICE CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR GERALD NAPOLES | Executive Board Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 15555 KUYKENDAHL RD, HOUSTON, TX 77090-3607
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- JIM DAY, 15555 KUYKENDAHL RD, HOUSTON, TX 77090
- Signed the 990
- JIM DAY, CFO
- Phone
- (281) 885-4555
- Website
- www.namonline.org
- Return prepared by
- Tange Mann & Garza PC
Mission
NAM is a community-based multi-program social services agency striving to meet basic human needs. NAM provides assistance in areas of food, shelter, healh, education, safety and financial education during the 2024-2025 fiscal year.
Program accomplishments
- The Emergency Basic Needs program provided client services to 6,394 families. NAM's Emergency Basic Needs program assisted 161 clients with rental and mortgage assistance, totaling $288,612. Over $42,000 in utility assistance was granted to 200 clients. To assist clients in getting ready for the new school year, NAM provided school supplies to over 200 children. Over 700 individuals were provided with client vouchers to get essential items from the Resale Store. Additionally, through its partnership with Moving Waters, the Resale Shop provided clothing to 544 homeless clients.The Joanne Watford Nutrition Center safely provided nutritious groceries, including fresh produce, meat and dairy to 12,957 individuals. Many of these clients were new. Through its partnership with Common Market, the Joanne Watford Nutrition Center furnished over 4,092 fresh food boxes to 2,376 clients. In partnership with the Houston Food Bank, NAM hosted drive-thru food distributions serving 1,611 families and 153 low-income seniors. Thanksgiving and Holiday meals were given to 1,610 families.NAMs Housing Homeless Services provided assistance to 249 families. Through government grants, these families received extensive aid, including case management, rent/utilities support, housing placement, financial education, and essential items totaling over $989,741.NAMs Veterans Services provided assistance to 68 families. Through veterans funding, these families received extensive aid, including case management, rent/utilities support, housing placement, financial education, and essential items totaling over $125,000.Expenses $4,815,218 · grants $3,018,463
- Meals on Wheels delivered a total of 260,202 nutritious meals for 1,180 homebound seniors and disabled individuals within NAMs 24 zip codes, which were delivered by over 700 dedicated volunteers. Over 140 individuals received monthly grocery deliveries and Saturday frozen meals. 6,312 fresh boxes of vegetables and fruits were provided through our partnership with Common Market. As prescribed by their physicians, 121 seniors received weekly nutritional supplements. Homebound seniors companion animals were provided pet food and pet supplies, which were donated by the Houston Humane Society. At the Young at Heart Senior Center, a total of 192 seniors were served and participated in 8,112 virtual and in-person activities (physical fitness, dance, French language and wellness classes). The 60+ Caf congregate meal program served 5,568 hot meals and furnished 2,532 rides to the Young at Heart Senior Center.Expenses $2,072,068 · grants $1,133,871
- NAMs Family Violence Center assisted 396 clients, providing services including crisis intervention, safety planning, case management, information and referrals, access to shelter, emergency transportation, client advocacy, and legal advocacy. Through economic stability funding, clients were assisted with rent, utilities, and childcare totaling $118,633. A total of 5,815 phone calls were answered on the 24-hour hotline from victims in crisis or individuals seeking help. Youth violence prevention education was provided in five area school districts: Klein, Aldine, Cy-Fair, Tomball and Spring. Presentations or awareness events were presented to 1,684 individuals in the community. A total of 781 counseling sessions were provided to adults and children, in both English and Spanish. The Family Violence Center assisted over 50 clients with obtaining a protective order through the Harris County District Attorneys Office.The Opportunity Center provided financial education, training, and coaching services were provided to 280 adults. Through collaborative efforts with the Harris County Department of Education (HCDE), another 2,978 students were engaged, enabling their enrollment in GED and ESL classes through NAMs facilities, referrals, and marketing initiatives. 136 scholarships were granted, aiding 71 individuals in securing employment and supporting 37 others in skill enhancement. NAM joined forces with WorkTexas to organize two job fairs, collectively serving around 700 participants, with over 20 employers present at each event.NAM could not fulfill its mission without volunteers. In FY 2024-2025 over 3,000 NAM's dedicated volunteers contributed 51,248 hours of serviceExpenses $1,329,615 · grants $253,960
- NAMs Behavioral Health Services Program provided 3,721 hours of direct client-therapist interface, based on a 50-minute clinical hour, were provided to 195 adults, 24 adolescents, 92 children, and 262 families. Counseling services were delivered by licensed and masters level therapists, either in-person and/or via Telehealth using a secure client portal. Clinical services were offered in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Vietnamese. The program supported community mental health through conferences, workshops, presentations and community events at churches and local school districts, presenting on topics such as anxiety, depression, bullying, and parenting. A weekly Child Yoga class was facilitated to help children learn mindfulness, emotional regulation, and focusing and concentration skills, while also promoting wellness, improved mood, and positive mental health outcomes. Through its partnership with Santa Maria Hostel, a Parenting Skills group for Spanish-speaking parents was offered.Expenses $315,784 · grants $173,051
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 September, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | September 30, 2026 | February 16, 2027 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | September 30, 2025 | February 17, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | September 30, 2024 | February 18, 2025 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 76-0088702
- 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
- 2004
- Accounting year ends
- September
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Human services (P200)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $7,033,013
- Income (IRS master file)
- $9,293,614
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | September 2025 | $9,276,374 | $10,333,279 | $7,033,013 | XML |
| 990 | September 2024 | $9,313,534 | $10,224,252 | $7,767,365 | XML |
| 990 | September 2023 | $9,729,200 | $11,041,229 | $8,097,381 | XML |
| 990 | September 2022 | $10,325,392 | $12,112,952 | $9,476,670 | IRS |
| 990 | September 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 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 76-0088702).
Questions about NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES
- What is the EIN of NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES is 76-0088702.
- Is NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2004.
- Are donations to NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES 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 NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending September 30, 2026) is due February 16, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended September 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 names JIM DAY.
- Who are the officers and directors of NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 lists 20 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $161,792 (ALFRED L CAVE III, Former CEO).
- How much revenue does NORTHWEST ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES have?
- On its 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $9,276,374, expenses of $10,333,279 and total assets of $7,033,013 at year end.
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