Nonprofit · EIN 83-2466876
COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS
Tax-exempt · OMAHA, NE 68154
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $257,775 | $254,565 | $3,210 | $3,210 | $0 | $3,210 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $257,775
- of which government grants
- $250,000
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $4,500
- Accounting fees
- $3,000
- Occupancy
- $48,000
- Program services (functional)
- $205,265
- Management and general (functional)
- $49,300
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $257,775
- Total assets, end of year
- $3,210
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $3,210
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $3,210
- Gross receipts
- $257,775
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 75
- Year formed
- 2018
- State of legal domicile
- IL
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Allen | Board Chair Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Ronald Greaves | Co-Director of Golf Board Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Patrice Burton | Director of Educator's Board Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Aurelius Raines | Director Tech Strategies Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Veronica Wimp | Chief Medical Officer Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Erika Shavers | Director of Golf Strategy Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Jocelyn Rials | Director of Outreach Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Renee Davis | President of Parent's Board Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Veronica Riley | Chief Operating Officer Officer | 40 | $0 |
| Tracy Raoul | Co-Director of Golf Board Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Kimberly Sowell | Treasurer Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Larry Station III | Director of Social Media Officer | 40 | $0 |
| Alexandra Green | Director of Creatives Board Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Cynthia Carroll | Executive Director Officer | 55 | $0 |
| Crystal Warren | Director Community Outreach Officer | 5 | $0 |
7 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andre Brown | Director Bots Tots Strategy Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Dionne Victoria-Brown | Director STEAM Academy Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Derrick Washington | Director Drone Academy Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Shaman Cortez | Director Workforce Development Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Beth Herndobler | Director USC Strategies Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Nancy Roach-Wilder | Director OI Strategies Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Kellie McCann | Director of Wellness Strategies Officer | 5 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 540671, OMAHA, NE 68154-0671
- In care of
- % CYNTHIA CARROLL
- Mailing address (990-N for 2021)
- 1403 W 111th Street, Chicago IL 60643
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Cynthia Carroll, 1403 W 111TH ST, CHICAGO, IL 60643
- Principal officer (990-N for 2021)
- Cynthia Carroll, 1403 W 111th Street, Chicago IL 60643
- Signed the 990
- Cynthia Carroll, Executive Director
- Phone
- (312) 479-7702
Mission
The mission of Cousins Empowered Optimists DBA CEO Superheroes is to break the cycle of generational limited thinking and to inspire and support the pursuit of excellence as a lifestyle through skill development. In 2024 we provided quality S.T.E.A.M. and golf instruction leadership and entrepreneurial development strategies family tech events classroom instruction field trips social services and academic reinforcement to 1,572 youth and families throughout Illinois: https: youtu.be 74WgByFpsQY?si=nb2hLQnTCiczjwGvWe created our organization after a conversation with Dr. Mae Jemison mentor to one of our co-founders. During an event at DuSable Museum in her honor Dr. Jemison expressed her desire to see an increase in S.T.E.A.M. skill development strategies for American youth. Our co-founder promised to help create these opportunities and began the launch of Cousins Empowered Optimists known widely as CEO Superheroes. https: youtu.be iLOEO8wbGEk?si=cbwsEapOG7HFo8EK
Program accomplishments
- Program expenses included purchase of equipment rental of facilities buses and payment for instruction & the team creating & implementing the Chi Code-Chronicles. Our team of educators provides S.T.E.A.M. skill instruction throughout Illinois. From designing and implementing curriculum for youth in School District 151 to sponsoring family trips to the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry and hosting Family Tech events CEO Superheroes provides quality experiences that are transformative.Were highly successful in bringing out the best in neurodivergent youth and weve normalized their involvement in our instruction. We introduce youth to opportunities in aviation led by 19 year old aircraft pilot Zaire Horton. We teach drone instruction to youth in Chicago Park District and other facilities with licensed drone pilot Derrick Washington who prepares 16 year old youth to secure their drone pilots licenses. Through collaboration with TSC Studios we are launching a televised series called Chi-Code Chronicles which is an educational action-adventure series for the targeted ages of 7-14 aired in 30-minute episodes. Youth throughout Illinois have attended our Family Tech Days where we create a fun environment for youth and their families to learn about and register for instruction in robotics 3D printing virtual augmented reality aviation and more S.T.E.A.M. related opportunities. https: youtu.be 4iH-KzLVe94?si=ffAom7sWfxk7zeDl We implement workshops and school events in conjunction with the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry and we sponsor family trips to the museum. Aurelius Raines a staff member of the museum serves as director of our technology strategies and bridges our collaborations. One of our goals is to help youth develop the skills to create games not just remain consumers of games.Expenses $114,644 · grants $114,644
- The expenses in this section cover costs of instruction facility rental special program entrance fees equipment and transportation. The projects include our CEO Superheroes Leadership Academy School District 151 S.T.E.A.M. curriculum development and implementation district-wide and our collaborations to combat recidivism and provide support and instruction for incarcerated youth. Our CEO Superheroes Leadership Academy supports youth in developing life skills nutrition self-mastery techniques and entrepreneurship experiences. Participants learn about developing a business mindset financial literacy credit score protection strategies money management basics budgeting critical thinking cryptocurrency business plan development marketing branding and social media management. They also learn conflict resolution techniques healthy decision-making lifemapping communication skill enhancement and purposeful networking. Participants are encouraged to read specific books and engage with authors such as Japanese author Takuan Amaru: https: youtu.be KGM3mmJoNNU?si=RaBi4_I3MM_Fia70. Our collaborations focus on creating and implementing curricula that equip youth with marketable skills fostering hope for a better future. Through our teams efforts we establish pathways for mentorship and skill development aiming to guide youth from juvenile detention to successful reentry into the community. We emphasize conflict resolution critical thinking mentorship and skill-building for future employment opportunities. For 17 years Pastor Michael Robinson and Attorney Chelsea Robinson have volunteered in the juvenile detention community mentoring incarcerated youth through chess strategies in their Pro-Vision program. This initiative aims to empower youth with critical thinking and conflict resolution skills preparing them to become responsible citizens capable of leading successful lives. Our youth are encouraged to strive for excellence adopting a mindset of no excuses and considering failure as not an option.Expenses $60,821 · grants $60,821
- Having provided year-round golf instruction since 2018 we now have 25 young golfers from the ages of 6-18 who are competing throughout Illinois and around the country. Our golf instruction is provided by LPGA Teaching Professional Erika Birdie Shavers in conjunction with First Tee-Greater Chicago. https: africanamericangolfersdigest.com erika-birdie-shavers-elevating-womens-golf-instruction In addition our youth participate in workshops with LPGA professional Cheyenne Woods The Jackson Park Golf Association Bob-O- Links City of Chicago Park District Clinics Drive Chip & Putt DICOPI and other instructional and competitive experiences. Families have begun golfing together as a lifestyle. We host events that introduce communities to the tremendous social health and confidence building results of participating in golf. The peaceful atmosphere of the golf course provides an opportunity to escape the pollution and pressure of urban life. Conversations and fellowships are inspired leading to friendships beyond cultural divides. The ability to compete successfully empowers youth and their families to explore future business and scholarship opportunities.We introduce them to the educational paths for entering the multi-billion dollar golf industry. Our strategies normalize the world of golf for populations that are not yet represented in the industry. Healthy lifestyle goals are supported through development of golf skills for the entire family. https: youtu.be to1rL2Oph5M?si=yjAju_KDTOtQqAmvExpenses $29,800 · grants $29,800
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 | Check at the IRS |
IRS record
- EIN
- 83-2466876
- 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
- 2020
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Education (B99)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $3,210
- Income (IRS master file)
- $257,775
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $257,775 | $254,565 | $3,210 | IRS |
| 990-N for 2021 Officer: Cynthia Carroll | December 31, 2021 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: David Jenkins | December 31, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2019 Officer: DAVID JENKINS | December 31, 2019 | ≤ $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 83-2466876).
Questions about COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS
- What is the EIN of COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS is 83-2466876.
- Is COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2020.
- Are donations to COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS 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 COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS 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 COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS 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 COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Cynthia Carroll.
- Who are the officers and directors of COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 22 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does COUSINS EMPOWERED OPTIMISTS have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $257,775, expenses of $254,565 and total assets of $3,210 at year end.
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