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Nonprofit · EIN 81-2755747

TRULY VALUED INC

Tax-exempt · SARASOTA, FL 34234

Financials

$347K$277K2023$281K$394K2024$382K$396K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of TRULY VALUED INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990$382,404$396,093-$13,689$36,289$0$36,289
December 31, 2024990 (amended)$280,899$393,926-$113,027$49,978$0$49,978
December 31, 2023990$346,582$277,361$69,221$163,005$0$163,005
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$330,721
Program service revenue
$30,670
Investment income
$0
Net income from fundraising events
$21,013
Other revenue
$21,013

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$73,134
Other salaries and wages
$123,325
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$241,385
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Accounting fees
$6,300
Occupancy
$9,390
Travel
$5,521
Program services (functional)
$293,763
Management and general (functional)
$81,711
Fundraising (functional)
$20,619

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$49,978
Total assets, end of year
$36,289
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$36,289
Net assets without donor restrictions
$36,289
Gross receipts
$382,404
Employees
5
Volunteers
25
Year formed
2016
State of legal domicile
FL

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, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Shavonne JohnsonCEO
Highest-paid employee
40$73,134
Charles WhitfieldBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Sharon FoltaBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Amy HolmesBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Melissa GriffinBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Carlos YancyBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Curtis HayesBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 9 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Shavonne SamsCEO
Key employee
40$75,000
Greg AlexandreaBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Dr LaShawn FrostBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Phyllis BattieBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Brigit LeonardBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Cameron ParkerBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Terra FrazierBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Sharon FoltaBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Charles WhitfieldBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 6 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Shavonne SamsCEO
Key employee
40$56,477
Kathy JenkinsBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Gregory AlexandreaBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
LaShawn FrostBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Brigit LeonardBoard of Director
Officer
1$0
Phyllis BattieBoard of Director
Officer
1$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
1750 17TH ST STE B, SARASOTA, FL 34234-8666
In care of
% SHAVONNE SAMS
Principal officer (990 for 2025)
Shavonne Johnson, 1750 17TH ST STE B, SARASOTA, FL 34234
Signed the 990
Shavonne Johnson, CEO
Phone
(941) 365-9305

Mission

Our mission is to empower youth and families by fostering positive self-esteem promoting education and nurturing confidence and strong character that lead to lifelong growth and resilience.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • The I AM Academy successfully delivered comprehensive youth development programming focused on self-esteem character development academic engagement and social-emotional learning. During the reporting year the program served youth across multiple school-based and community settings supporting improved school attendance positive behavior and increased confidence. Participants engaged in structured workshops mentorship and evidence-informed curriculum designed to build resilience leadership and healthy decision-making skills. A majority of youth demonstrated measurable progress toward individualized goals including consistent program participation and improved academic engagement. Parents and caregivers reported high satisfaction with program services and observed positive changes in their childs behavior communication and motivation. The program also strengthened family engagement and community partnerships contributing to improved outcomes for youth and families in underserved communities.
    Expenses $223,026 · revenue $213,328
  • The Nurturing Families program strengthened family stability and parent engagement by providing education support services and skill-building workshops designed to promote healthy family relationships and positive youth outcomes. In 2025 the program served families with school-aged youth through group sessions individual support and community referrals. 82% of participating parents caregivers achieved their primary outcome goals including increased knowledge of effective parenting strategies improved communication skills and stronger engagement in their childs education. Parents reported increased confidence in managing family challenges and supporting their childs social and emotional development. The program enhanced connections between families and community resources contributing to improved family functioning and long-term youth success.
    Expenses $57,581 · revenue $26,920
  • In 2025 the RISE Academy delivered voluntary reentry and personal development programming to justice-involved participants while incarcerated. Of the 19 individuals enrolled 10 participants 52% successfully completed the program significantly exceeding the national completion average of approximately 10% for similar voluntary correctional programs. Throughout program participation zero disciplinary issues were reported reflecting strong behavioral engagement accountability and commitment to personal growth. Additionally four participants were released from incarceration during the reporting period and achieved positive reentry outcomes including full program engagement stable employment secure housing and no new offenses to date. The program demonstrated effectiveness in promoting rehabilitation reducing recidivism risk and supporting successful community reintegration.
    Expenses $13,156 · revenue $30,000

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.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990 on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
81-2755747
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2016
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$36,289
Income (IRS master file)
$382,404

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2025$382,404$396,093$36,289XML
990December 2024$280,899$393,926$49,978XML
990December 2023$346,582$277,361$163,005XML
990-EZDecember 2022–––IRS
990December 2021–––IRS
990December 2020–––IRS
990December 2019–––IRS
990-EZDecember 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 81-2755747).

Questions about TRULY VALUED INC

What is the EIN of TRULY VALUED INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of TRULY VALUED INC is 81-2755747.
Is TRULY VALUED INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2016.
Are donations to TRULY VALUED INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does TRULY VALUED 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 TRULY VALUED INC 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 TRULY VALUED INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
Who is the principal officer of TRULY VALUED INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Shavonne Johnson.
Who are the officers and directors of TRULY VALUED INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 7 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $73,134 (Shavonne Johnson, CEO).
How much revenue does TRULY VALUED INC have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $382,404, expenses of $396,093 and total assets of $36,289 at year end.

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