STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH

Financials

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, 2025, highest compensation first.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

4849 W ILLINOIS AVE, DALLAS, TX 75211-6503

In care of

% SHANTISHRA L WILLIAMS

Mailing address (990-N for 2019)

PO Box 542213, GRAND PRAIRIE TX 75052

Principal officer (990-N for 2019)

Shantishra Williams, 4201 SALEM ST, GRAND PRAIRIE TX 75052

Signed the 990-EZ

Star Willliams, Executive Director

Phone

(214) 702-9439

Website

www.starsunitedglobaloutreach.org

Mission

To create the Blueprint that fosters academic achievement, financial independence, and personal development empowering youth and young adults between the ages of 10-24 to succeed academically and economically.

Program accomplishments

• Founded in 2015, Stars United Global Outreach (SUGO) operates under a foundational, transformative philosophy: purposefully shifting the societal narrative for underserved youth from "at-risk" to "at-promise." Guided by an intentional Race Equity Culture, the organization delivers 100% free, high-impact out-of-school programs, academic readiness tracks, character development initiatives, and social enrichment activities. SUGO meticulously serves underprivileged children and young adults aged 10 to 24 who reside in under-resourced neighborhoods (such as communities impacted by food deserts) and attend struggling, underfunded schools in the Greater Dallas community. The core delivery mechanism for this mission is our signature "Blueprint for Success Platform" (BFSP). This long-term, multi-dimensional initiative is structurally engineered to bridge the severe achievement and wealth gaps that cause generational poverty, providing participants with the mental agility, emotional resilience, and social capital necessary to thrive in 21st-century collegiate and economic environments. Through structured mentoring, specialized workshops, and community partnerships, SUGO has served hundreds of children, nurturing unconventional talents and instilling critical life skills like time management, adaptability, and conflict resolution. Pillar 1: Leadership Development (The Architect's Agency) Under the Leadership pillar, known internally as "The Architect's Agency," Stars United Global Outreach approaches leadership development through the core principle that an individual must learn to effectively govern themselves before they can successfully lead others. This comprehensive program is specifically tailored to middle school, high school, and transitional youth to build self-esteem, confidence, and foundational self-awareness. The curriculum focuses on developing executive presence, mastering public speaking, and engaging in strategic decision-making. Participants transition through immersive modules that challenge them to identify personal values, navigate high-stakes peer relationships, and step outside their comfort zones. The culmination of this track allows students to earn a professional Leadership Certification, equipping them with the tools needed to confidently command corporate or collegiate rooms and constructively influence their local communities. To expand their horizons and provide healthy social outlets, the program also partners with major sports franchises-including the Dallas Wings, Dallas Stars, Dallas Mavericks, and Texas Rangers-to provide families with complimentary access to community events. Pillar 2: Financial Literacy & Wealth Engineering (The Economic Blueprint) Recognizing that financial education is a vital mechanical tool required to disrupt systemic generational poverty, the Financial Literacy pillar-"The Economic Blueprint"-transitions students away from basic, passive banking habits toward advanced concepts of Wealth Engineering. SUGO provides deep-dive educational sessions for youth from all socioeconomic backgrounds, teaching them how to actively build assets and protect financial health. The program delivers interactive, practical instruction on credit architecture, budgeting, savings strategies, debt management, and entrepreneurial finance. Rather than training students to simply find jobs, the curriculum focuses on shifting mindsets toward establishing a lifetime foundation for long-term economic independence, real estate awareness, and personal asset security. By democratizing access to high-level financial concepts early in life, SUGO effectively alters the economic trajectories of entire households within the Dallas ecosystem. Pillar 3: The Blueprint for Success Entrepreneurship Program (BFSEP) The overarching mission of the Blueprint for Success Entrepreneurship Program (BFSEP) is to intentionally prepare students from underserved schools to become innovative "job creators" rather than mere "job seekers." This program empowers youth ages 10 to 18 to actively participate in, and drive, the economic success of the country. The foundational curriculum teaches historical contexts-highlighting how historic figures and ancestors played a significant role in business ownership-and maps those lessons directly onto modern market opportunities. Students learn the step-by-step technical requirements of starting, legally structuring, branding, and scaling a small business. Participants engage in interactive team-building exercises, sharp public speaking drills, and time-management challenges. A core highlight of this program is its active economic mobilization: to date, Stars United Global Outreach has successfully disbursed over $75,000 in direct seed money to youth-led startup businesses, removing capital entry barriers and validating the unconventional business talents of young, local entrepreneurs. Pillar 4: Life Skills & Holistic Youth Mental Health The Life Skills pillar targets "Career Resilience," ensuring that youth possess the mental agility and social intelligence needed to navigate complex corporate environments, handle high-pressure academic scenarios, and independently advocate for their professional and personal worth. Recognizing that holistic success requires mental and emotional wellness, SUGO regularly hosts vital community initiatives, such as the "Thriving Students Youth Mental Health Workshop." These free, interactive, multi-hour community sessions allow students to build self-awareness, personal confidence, and healthy coping mechanisms. Led by devoted mentors, participants engage in icebreakers, open group discussions, and emotional regulation activities designed to combat youth anxiety and positive thinking barriers. This pillar bridges the gap between basic academic instruction and real-world human survival, ensuring that students emerge as well-rounded, emotionally sound individuals capable of managing life's inevitable stressors. Pillar 5: STEAM, Academic Achievement, and Community Mobilization Education remains the absolute foundation for overcoming high high-school dropout rates and the corresponding cycle of generational poverty. SUGO's STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and Academic Achievement track provides customized support to ensure students transition smoothly from high school graduation into higher education or competitive career placements. To ensure that financial burdens never hinder an individual's potential, 100% of SUGO's programs, camps, and workshops are kept entirely free of charge for families. The organization has successfully mobilized community resources to donate and distribute more than $50,000 in free back-to-school supplies directly to underprivileged Dallas families, ensuring students enter classrooms fully equipped to learn. Furthermore, to explicitly support college-bound students from underfunded districts, Stars United Global Outreach has historically provided college scholarships to more than 25 students, totaling over $30,000 in direct academic financial aid. Through these combined initiatives, the organization continues to aggressively bridge the educational achievement gap, champion racial equity, and build stronger, self-reliant communities across the region.
  Expenses $5,000 · grants $5,000

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.

IRS record

EIN

80-0967860

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

2015

Accounting year ends

December

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

Youth development (O50)

Assets (IRS master file)

$48,014

Income (IRS master file)

$81,674

Filing history

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 80-0967860).

Questions about STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH

What is the EIN of STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH?

The employer identification number (EIN) of STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH is 80-0967860.

Is STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2015.

Are donations to STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH tax-deductible?

Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).

Which annual return does STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH 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 STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH due?

The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.

When did STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH last file with the IRS?

The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.

Who is the principal officer of STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH?

The 990-N for 2019 names Shantishra Williams.

Who are the officers and directors of STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH?

The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 7 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $29,300 (Shantishra Williams, Executive Director).

How much revenue does STARS UNITED GLOBAL OUTREACH have?

On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $78,459, expenses of $53,841 and total assets of $48,014 at year end.

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