REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT

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 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

PO BOX 2321, TACOMA, WA 98401-2321

In care of

% TACOMA REFUGEE CHOIR

Principal officer (990 for 2025)

Orlando Morales, 12201 75th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98178

Signed the 990

Orlando G Morales, Executive Director

Phone

(253) 777-8478

Website

www.refugeechoir.org

Return prepared by

L C MILLER CPA PS

Mission

Creating spaces for authentic expression, interconnection, and healing through song and music

Program accomplishments

• Creating space for authentic expression: The Tacoma Refugee Choir (TRC) fosters authentic expression through 37 weekly choir rehearsals held in 2025, creating space for honest conversations where people bring their unique gifts and perspectives. Members learn that their voice and stories matter, messages they otherwise hear too seldom. In this supportive environment, members regularly led warm-ups, conducted songs at concerts, and proposed repertoire--for example, members Gail and Katia brought Common Ground and Life to the Choir, which were performed at the June 1 Commond Threads concert. Katia also taught the Choir an entire song in Belarusian, sharing content about the difficult political situation in her country that deepened everyones understanding. The band Naviband was so moved to learn their song had been performed that they posted about it on their Instagram page. This cultivation of authentic expression has transformed members confidence both within and beyond the Choir, with members crediting TRC participation as instrumental in taking first steps in community leadership--including one younger member being offered a public speaking role at the Seattle-based Rhapsody Project after presenting at the national Chorus America conference.
  Expenses $24,845 · grants $35,681 · revenue $2,760
• Interconnection and Community Building: TRC events demonstrate the power of interconnection and community building across diverse populations. In 2025, our spring Common Threads concert united 322 people at Theater on the Square through performances featuring community artists, soloists, and a Rwandan dance group, with Choir members passing yarn from stage to the audience as a symbol of the tapestry woven when communities lift each other up. Our Cultural Workshop Series brought programming to six Tacoma neighborhoods--Central, South End, South, Eastside, Northeast, and North End--with an average of 30 participants per workshop learning about Venezuelan, Filipino, and other cultural traditions through music, song, and hands-on participation. Our Youth Program grew to nine schools from elementary through high school level, mostly in South and Eastside Tacoma, culminating in the May 8th Tacoma Sings concert at Mount Tahoma High School, where 400 students performed together before and audience of 600 parents and family members. New and renewed partnerships--including with Tacoma Community House, Tacoma Arts Lives ACE Program, ArtFunds Cultural Partners Network, and Parks Tacoma--are expanding TRCs reach and sustainability across the region.
  Expenses $112,726 · grants $107,942
• Healing Through the Arts: TRC provides healing through the arts by creating opportunities for emotional support, creative expression, and meaningful connection. The emotional resonance of TRCs work was evident throughout the 2025 season, with concert audience members sharing powerful responses: I didnt realize how much I needed this. I laughed and cried. It was so powerful, and I received ten years of therapy at this concert. Members have credited TRC with growing their confidence as community leaders, with one survey respondent noting they had begun volunteering in the community through connections made in the Choir. Our School Residency Program brought healing and joy to young people across nine Tacoma public schools, with a program teacher sharing: They are so thrilled with that performance and experience. Thank you so much for everything this semester--its been such a valuable and fun journey. A TPS electives instructor added: There is something powerful that happens when students from many schools and grade levels come together to share their talent. These artistic experiences created safe spaces for processing emotions, building confidence, and experiencing the joy and hope that comes from creative community engagement.
  Expenses $6,070 · grants $22,500

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

82-2515143

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

2017

Accounting year ends

December

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

Arts, culture and humanities (A6B)

Assets (IRS master file)

$39,496

Income (IRS master file)

$168,888

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 82-2515143).

Questions about REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT

What is the EIN of REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT?

The employer identification number (EIN) of REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT is 82-2515143.

Is REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2017.

Are donations to REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT tax-deductible?

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

Which annual return does REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT 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 REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT 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 REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT 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 REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT?

The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Orlando Morales.

Who are the officers and directors of REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT?

The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 9 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $62,410 (Orlando Morales, Executive Director).

How much revenue does REFUGEE CHOIR PROJECT have?

On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $168,888, expenses of $233,228 and total assets of $39,496 at year end.

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