Nonprofit · EIN 83-1525256
WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC
Tax-exempt · BIRMINGHAM, AL 35242
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $411,158 | $273,079 | $138,079 | $250,055 | $3,048 | $247,007 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $218,537 | $271,932 | -$53,395 | $108,380 | $49,802 | $58,578 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $345,348
- Program service revenue
- $65,810
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $3,000
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $86,819
- Other salaries and wages
- $45,923
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $143,032
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $8,670
- Occupancy
- $2,022
- Program services (functional)
- $130,036
- Management and general (functional)
- $143,043
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $108,380
- Total assets, end of year
- $250,055
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $3,048
- Net assets, end of year
- $247,007
- Gross receipts
- $411,158
- Employees
- 6
- Volunteers
- 21
- Year formed
- 2018
- State of legal domicile
- AL
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 | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephanie Buffaloe | Former - ED Key employee | 30 | $42,500 | $42,500 |
| Zillah Fluker | Programs Coordinator Key employee | 10 | $30,319 | $30,319 |
| Joseph Eatmon | Head Coach Key employee | 10 | $14,000 | $14,000 |
| Tasha Hill | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| David Ketchen | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Enia Sampaio | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Robert Gilpin | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Larry D Thornton | Chairman of the Board Officer | 24 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 6 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zillah Fluker | Executive Director Key employee | 20 | $51,000 |
| Tasha Hill | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| David Ketchen | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Enia Sampaio | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Robert Gilpin | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Larry D Thornton | Chairman of the Board Officer | 20 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 130 INVERNESS PLZ STE 205, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35242-4800
- In care of
- % ZILLAH FLUKER
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Larry D Thornton Sr, 130 Inverness Plaza, Hoover, AL 35242
- Signed the 990
- Larry Thornton Sr, Founder
- Phone
- (205) 936-4378
- Website
- www.whynotwininstitute.org
- 990-N for 2021 filed under this EIN
- Most likely by a chapter, club or affiliate (it says receipts are normally $50,000 or less). Officer: Zillah Fluker, 602 19th Street Ensley, Birmingham AL 352181656. Mailing address: 602 19th Street Ensley, Birmingham AL 352181656. Website: WHYNOTWIN.ORG
Mission
To develop and cultivate individual excellence by bringing leaders and key leadership topics to current and future leaders based on the lessons in the book Why Not Win? by Larry D. Thornton. Since November 2019 the Why Not Win Institute has delivered WNW lectures, books, workbooks and lesson plans to high school, college, universities and corporate training programs.
Program accomplishments
- K-12 Leadership Development Training: The Why Not Win Institute provides leadership development programs specifically designed for K-12 students in school districts. The program focuses on equipping students with essential leadership skills such as critical thinking, teamwork, and communication. By collaborating with various school districts, the program creates tailored workshops and leadership curriculums that align with educational standards and student needs. Over the reporting period, the program successfully trained over 2800 students across 8 schools, helping them become more engaged in their academic and personal development.Expenses $71,711 · revenue $4,400
- Educator Leadership Development Support In addition to student-focused programs, the WNWI also provides leadership development support for educators. This service aims to equip teachers and administrators with the tools they need to foster a culture of leadership within their schools and classrooms. Through professional development workshops and one-on-one coaching, the program has empowered over 80 educators to enhance their leadership skills and improve student outcomes.Expenses $13,555 · revenue $5,000
- As part of its broader mission, the WNWI also engages the community in leadership development. This service includes hosting community workshops and forums aimed at encouraging local residents to take on leadership roles in their neighborhoods and organizations. These sessions emphasize the importance of civic engagement and community-driven initiatives. The program successfully conducted 21 community events, benefiting over 1000 participants.Expenses $26,330 · grants $800 · revenue $2,800
- Chairman of the Board delivered 4 town-hall format meetings with 11th grade classes at high schools in black-belt counties in Alabama.Expenses $18,440 · grants $720 · revenue $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.
| 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
- 83-1525256
- 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
- 2021
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Education (B60)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $250,055
- Income (IRS master file)
- $411,158
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $411,158 | $273,079 | $250,055 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $218,537 | $271,932 | $108,380 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $223,109 | $87,161 | $0 | IRS |
| 990-N for 2021 Officer: Zillah Fluker Filed under this EIN, most likely by a chapter or affiliate | December 31, 2021 | ≤ $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 83-1525256).
Questions about WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC
- What is the EIN of WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC is 83-1525256.
- Is WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2021.
- Are donations to WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE 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 WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC 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 WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC 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 WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Larry D Thornton Sr.
- Who are the officers and directors of WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 8 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $42,500 (Stephanie Buffaloe, Former - ED).
- How much revenue does WHY NOT WIN INSTITUTE INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $411,158, expenses of $273,079 and total assets of $250,055 at year end.
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