Nonprofit · EIN 81-2900025
AWAKEN PITTSBURGH
Tax-exempt · PITTSBURGH, PA 15228
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $225,793 | $318,774 | -$92,981 | $101,926 | $17,588 | $84,338 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $415,337 | $339,875 | $75,462 | $212,514 | $35,335 | $177,179 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $103,950
- Program service revenue
- $120,826
- Investment income
- $396
- Net rental income
- $500
- Other revenue
- $621
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Other salaries and wages
- $118,870
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $133,637
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $22,036
- Occupancy
- $500
- Travel
- $4,618
- Program services (functional)
- $250,438
- Management and general (functional)
- $62,605
- Fundraising (functional)
- $5,731
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $212,514
- Total assets, end of year
- $101,926
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $17,588
- Net assets, end of year
- $84,338
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- -$24,819
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $109,157
- Gross receipts
- $225,793
- Employees
- 3
- Volunteers
- 27
- Year formed
- 2016
- State of legal domicile
- PA
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Maletta Romero | Founder & Executive Director Key employee | 40 | $42,183 |
| Ryan E Fisher | Co-President Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Shawn Meredith | Co=President Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| John Watts | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Paul E Block | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Christopher Bevel | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Courtney Davenport | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Sara Hamilton | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Jacki Hoover | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Lora M McKnight | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Megan Marrangoni | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Chris Peyre | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Palvi Verma | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 21 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEPHANIE M ROMERO | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Officer | 40 | $59,773 |
| RICK STACHEL | PRESIDENT/BOARD CO-CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| SARA JANE LOWRY | VP/GOVERNANCE THRU 2/23 Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| JOHN WATTS | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| PAUL E BLOCK | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| LAURA SHOEMAKER | TREASURER THRU 10/23 Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| ALEX LISOWSKI | ASSISTANT TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| CHRIS BEVEL | MARKETING CHAIR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| ASHLEY LYNN PRIORE | MARKETING CO-CHAIR THRU 9/23 Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| SHAWN MEREDITH | MARKETING CO-CHAIR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| CARL E PATTON II | GOVERNANCE CO-CHAIR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| RYAN FISHER | GOVERNANCE CO-CHAIR/BOARD CO-CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| ROBERT ZISMAN | STRATEGIC PLAN. CO-CHAIR THRU 10/23 Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| JOHN SIMINERIO | STRATEGIC PLANNING CO-CHAIR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| PATRICIA RAFFAELE | FUNDRAISING CO-CHAIR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| NEDIM HUSREFOVIC | FUNDRAISING CO-CHAIR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| CHRISTOPHER FUTRICK | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| LORA MCKNIGHT | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| MIA-ANN SPADAFORA | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| SARA HAMILTON | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| ASHLEY ELYCE BAPTISTE | DIRECTOR THRU 10/23 Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 54 CEDAR BLVD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15228-1312
- Mailing address (990-N for 2016)
- 54 Cedar Blvd, Pittsburgh PA 15228
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Stephanie M Romero, 54 Cedar Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15228
- Principal officer (990-N for 2016)
- Stephanie Romero, 54 Cedar Blvd, Pittsburgh PA 15228
- Signed the 990
- Stephanie M Romero, Executive Director
- Phone
- (412) 436-9253
- Website
- awakenpittsburgh.org
- Return prepared by
- Joyce E Wilson-Windsor CPA
Mission
To foster well-being, empathy, & compassion for all by teaching & encouraging mindfulness & meditation practices.
Program accomplishments
- Adult Programming: Offers both introductory and advanced mindfulness programs for educators, institutions, early childhood centers, public charities, professionals, workplace wellness initiatives, and anyone experiencing stress or burnout. The flexible flagship 9-session training course can be adapted to the needs of a wide variety of settings and provides essential mindfulness practices that strengthen social and emotional regulation, reduce stress & burnout, & enhance overall well-being. In addition to introductory offerings, advanced programs & specialized trainings are provided. These advanced courses include instruction on delivering trauma-sensitive mindfulness to others, addressing personal & systemic biases through mindfulness practice, & cultivating trauma-sensitive organizational cultures. in 2024, 19 programs serving 734 participants were conducted, contributing to a total of 2,534 participants overall across all programs, presentations, outreach, open meditations, & other offeringsExpenses $168,271 · revenue $43,286
- Children, Youth, & Family Programming - partners with family centers, schools, & community-based organizations to introduce mindfulness practices that support the well-being of children, youth, parents & the professionals who serve them. The Pre-K family center programming follows a 3-part progression. Begins by building organizational support & training staff in mindfulness practices to strengthen their own health & resilience. Once staff establish their own practice, they are guided in implementing mindfulness strategies with the children & families they serve. The Mindful Connections for Families program integrates mindfulness into the daily lives of families, offering practical tools that foster calm, emotional regulation, & stronger relationships at home & in the classroom. These programs equip children & youth with lifelong skills in attention, emotional regulation, & stress management, while also engaging families & educators in creating supportive, trauma-sensitive environments.Expenses $49,537 · revenue $49,794
- Introductory Presentations: provides a variety of accessible, entry-point opportunities for individuals & groups to experience the benefits of mindfulness & meditation. These offerings are designed to introduce core products in a supportive, trauma-sensitive way, & are adaptable to the needs of diverse audiences. Introductory workshops & presentations are offered on mindfulness & meditation for schools, workplaces, nonprofits, & community groups. In addition, guided meditations, wellness sessions, & day-long retreats are provided that allow participants to deepen their personal practice & explore mindfulness more fully. For those seeking individualized support, one-on-one coaching is offered to address specific needs related to stress reduction, emotional regulation & overall well-being. Through these accessible programs, participants are helped to take the first steps toward cultivating greater calm, resilience, & connection in their personal & professional lives.Expenses $32,630 · revenue $27,746
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
- 81-2900025
- 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
- Category (NTEE)
- Human services (P20)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $101,926
- Income (IRS master file)
- $225,793
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $225,793 | $318,774 | $101,926 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $415,337 | $339,875 | $212,514 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $287,152 | $317,242 | $142,017 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2016 Officer: Stephanie Romero | December 31, 2016 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
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 81-2900025).
Questions about AWAKEN PITTSBURGH
- What is the EIN of AWAKEN PITTSBURGH?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of AWAKEN PITTSBURGH is 81-2900025.
- Is AWAKEN PITTSBURGH tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2016.
- Are donations to AWAKEN PITTSBURGH tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does AWAKEN PITTSBURGH 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 AWAKEN PITTSBURGH 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 AWAKEN PITTSBURGH 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 AWAKEN PITTSBURGH?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Stephanie M Romero.
- Who are the officers and directors of AWAKEN PITTSBURGH?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 13 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $42,183 (Stephanie Maletta Romero, Founder & Executive Director).
- How much revenue does AWAKEN PITTSBURGH have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $225,793, expenses of $318,774 and total assets of $101,926 at year end.
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