Nonprofit · EIN 83-1702784
DAYTON MOVIES
Also known as THE NEON
Tax-exempt · DAYTON, OH 45402
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $833,016 | $684,840 | $148,176 | $1,191,323 | $171,050 | $1,020,273 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $743,388 | $643,113 | $100,275 | $1,066,321 | $194,225 | $872,096 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $720,467 | $577,110 | $143,357 | $964,405 | $192,589 | $771,816 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $168,524
- of which government grants
- $29,172
- Membership dues
- $29,193
- Program service revenue
- $641,578
- Investment income
- $22,330
- Other revenue
- $584
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Other salaries and wages
- $231,301
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $265,015
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $687
- Occupancy
- $40,535
- Travel
- $3,867
- Depreciation
- $46,767
- Program services (functional)
- $619,138
- Management and general (functional)
- $62,386
- Fundraising (functional)
- $3,316
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $1,066,321
- Total assets, end of year
- $1,191,323
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $171,050
- Net assets, end of year
- $1,020,273
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $299,666
- Gross receipts
- $833,016
- Employees
- 16
- Volunteers
- 12
- Year formed
- 2019
- State of legal domicile
- OH
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.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Budd | Board Chairman Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| Paul Woodie | Vice Chairman Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Ann Schenking | Secretary Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Mark Shaker | Treasurer Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Steve Nutt | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Sharon White | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Urmee Siraj | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Megan Smith | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Ann McDonough | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Brian Sharp | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 9 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Budd | Board Chairman Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| Paul Woodie | Vice Chairman Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Ann Schenking | Secretary Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Mark Shaker | Treasurer Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Steve Nutt | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Sharon Howard | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Urmee Siraj | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Megan Smith | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Ann McDonough | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 9 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Budd | Board Chairman Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| Paul Woodie | Vice Chairman Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Ann Schenking | Trustee Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Steve Nutt | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Mark Shaker | Secretary Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Susan Strong | Treasurer Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Urmee Siraj | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Sharon Howard | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Megan Smith | Trustee Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 130 E 5TH ST, DAYTON, OH 45402-2420
- In care of
- % STEVEN J BUDD
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Steven Budd, 1821 Ruskin Rd, Dayton, OH 45406
- Signed the 990
- Steven Budd, Board Chairman
- Phone
- (937) 222-8452
- Website
- www.neonmovies.com
Mission
THE NEON is a non-profit cinema where community is revered, civic-minded missions are implemented, and regional artists are celebrated - all through the shared experience of watching films from around the world and our own backyard.
Program accomplishments
- BOX OFFICE- In 2025, THE NEON movie theater sold nearly 36,000 tickets to in-person screenings of over 60 different first run films, operating 365 days a year. These were independent, international, and documentary films. The notable quality of programming was affirmed by numerous Oscar nominations and awards. In addition, over 4,500 tickets were sold to more than 40 limited engagements of music documentaries, anniversary re-releases of classic films, Exhibition On Screen fine art series, and a Neon Nostalgia Night collection of repertory favorites. High quality viewing experience is paramount, providing state of the art laser projection and surround sound, upgraded seating, low audience disruption, and assisted devices (closed captioning, narrative description, hearing impaired). Ticket prices offered for matinee, senior, and evening general admission are lower than typical for the Dayton area. NEON Members receive $2 off general admission price. For each ticket purchased to a traditional in-person engagement, a large % royalty was paid to the film distribution company, a 2.5% commission was paid to an independent film booking agent, a 2% fee is charged by the point of sale company, and a downloading or shipping cost was incurred for the delivery of the digital film content. THE NEON was proud to be an Ohio Goes To The Movies grant recipient in 2025.Expenses $364,317 · grants $3,500 · revenue $347,015
- CONCESSIONS- In 2025, the theater's concession area continued to include a unique variety of refreshments that feature locally made favorites along side movie classics. Full Monday-Sunday liquor license and espresso bar help support the hospitality needs of THE NEON's community partnered screenings and special events. Freshly made popcorn, movie candy, and soft drinks are available at the lowest theater prices in town. Featured local offerings include gourmet coffee, craft beer, small batch liquor, chocolates, and vegan cookies. Concession stand is staffed with 2-3 employees at all times, and staff are required to complete multiple sessions of coffee barista training with a Neon manager. Neon manager is repsonsible for nightly and weekly detailed inventory of goods & supplies. The theater's long-time concession supplier closed their business at the end of 2024 which caused the cost of goods for popcorn to increase dramatically in 2025, decreasing the overall profit margin for concessions despite raised prices. Wholesale prices increases for Pepsi products, coffee, and paper goods were also significant.Expenses $200,068 · revenue $208,397
- COMMUNITY PARTNERED SCREENINGS- In 2025, THE NEON hosted more than 50 special event screenings. A number of film festivals were hosted including the Dayton Black Women's Film Festival, Dayton Jewish Film Festival, Out Here Dayton (LGBTQIA+) Film Festival, Summer Family Film Fest, Family Holiday Film Series, and "Cult Movie Night" series. On Sundays, the theater continued to host a non-denominational, inclusive worship service utilizing digital media on the big screen. Partners throughout the year included The Dayton Metro Library, Dayton Public Radio, PBS ThinkTV, The Dayton Art Institute, The Junior Leaguers of Dayton, University of Dayton, Preschool Promise, The Miami Valley School, Scripted in Black, The Jewish Federation of Greater Dayton, Wright State University, and many more. Costs incurred by partners include full use of theater facilities and capablities including state of the art laser projectors, surround sound and PA system with microphones, spot lighting, multimedia options with dedicated internet, digital content review/conversion (screen test, sound check, and troubleshooting), website and social media promotion, outdoor patio and indoor lobby/reception area, ticket handling (in person and online sales, reserved seating, cash/credit option, check-ins), group rate refreshments, and fully staffed concession stand. THE NEON was an Ohio Arts Council ArtRISE award recipient to support programming for the 2025 OUT HERE DAYTON Film Festival.Expenses $44,479 · grants $5,000 · revenue $56,371
- Product & Merchandise- In 2025, the sale of merchandise customized with THE NEON logo and mission moto remained popular, especially clothing. Spring featured a limited edition "Up-cycled Screen Collection" of handmade bags, pouches, and wallets made from THE NEON's own decommissioned movie screen fabric. Local artisans at Dayton Sewing Collaborative partenered to create this custom line of unique merchandise. Movie posters and other promotional products are sold throughout the year including a summer sidewalk sale as part of Art In The City.Expenses $4,118 · revenue $8,860
- Online Ticket Surcharges- $1 is added to ticket price when purchased online through neonmovies.com website. The convenience of at-home advanced purchase of assigned seats for one-time screenings and special events has resulted in "sold out" shows days and even weeks ahead of time. Registered customers can process their own cancellations if needed. Each electronic transaction costs the theater a little over 5% in additional fees: 3% from the credit card processing company, 2% from the point of sale company.Expenses $5,398 · revenue $19,673
- Expired Gift Card Income. After 5 years, outstanding unused gift card balances are converted from a liability to revenue.revenue $504
- Credit Card Processing Fee Recovered- 3%. This is part of the employee tips pool pass-thru process where customers select from an automatic tip prompt on the credit card reader. Tips received by credit card are collected & distributed to qualifying employees every two weeks as part of their payroll direct deposit. THE NEON reclaims the fee imposed by the credit card processing company before releasing the tips.Expenses $758 · revenue $758
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 | 990 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
- 83-1702784
- 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
- 2019
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A31)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $1,191,323
- Income (IRS master file)
- $833,016
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $833,016 | $684,840 | $1,191,323 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2024 | $743,388 | $643,113 | $1,066,321 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2023 | $720,467 | $577,110 | $964,405 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $422,696 | $476,658 | $809,902 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | 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 83-1702784).
Questions about DAYTON MOVIES
- What is the EIN of DAYTON MOVIES?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of DAYTON MOVIES is 83-1702784.
- Is DAYTON MOVIES tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2019.
- Are donations to DAYTON MOVIES tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does DAYTON MOVIES 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 DAYTON MOVIES 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 DAYTON MOVIES 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 DAYTON MOVIES?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Steven Budd.
- Who are the officers and directors of DAYTON MOVIES?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 10 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does DAYTON MOVIES have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $833,016, expenses of $684,840 and total assets of $1,191,323 at year end.
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