Nonprofit · EIN 83-3386637
PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION
Tax-exempt · PARIS, TX 75461
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $55,782 | $42,219 | $13,563 | $0 | – | $87,635 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $81,329 | $63,203 | $18,126 | $74,072 | – | $74,072 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $68,511 | $56,259 | $12,252 | $55,946 | – | $55,946 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $64,166
- Net income from fundraising events
- -$13,241
- Other revenue
- $4,857
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $5,500
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $30,509
- Printing, publications and postage
- $6,210
- Program services (functional)
- $50,145
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $74,072
- Total assets, end of year
- $0
- Total liabilities, end of year
- –
- Net assets, end of year
- $87,635
- Gross receipts
- $69,023
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-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Ray Spencer | President | 4 | $0 |
| Matt Leonard | Vice President | 5 | $0 |
| Kasie Cody | Treasurer | 3 | $0 |
| Laura Carrington | Secretary | 2 | $0 |
| Karen Boaz | Treasurer Assistant | 2 | $0 |
| Heather Porterfield | Music Chairperson | 2 | $0 |
| Morgan Greutman | Kids Zone Chairperson | 2 | $0 |
| Kelli Conway | 5K Chair | 1 | $0 |
| Lisa Walker | Front Gate Chair | 1 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Ray Spencer | President | 4 | $0 |
| Matt Leonard | Vice President | 5 | $0 |
| Kasie Cody | Treasurer | 3 | $0 |
| Laura Carrington | Secretary | 2 | $0 |
| Karen Boaz | Treasurer Assistant | 2 | $0 |
| Heather Porterfield | Music Chairperson | 2 | $0 |
| Morgan Greutman | Kids Zone Chairperson | 2 | $0 |
| Carolyn Patterson | Special Business Chair | 2 | $0 |
| Kelli Conway | 5K Chair | 1 | $0 |
| Lisa Walker | Front Gate Chair | 1 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 7 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolyn Patterson | President | 6 | $0 |
| Paul Ray Spencer | Vice President | 2 | $0 |
| Lena Spencer | Treasurer | 5 | $0 |
| Laura Carrington | Secretary | 1 | $0 |
| Karen Boaz | Board member | 2 | $0 |
| Matt Leonard | Board member | 1 | $0 |
| Morgan Greutman | Board member | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 6075, PARIS, TX 75461-6075
- In care of
- % CAROLYN PATTERSON
- Mailing address (990-N for 2022)
- PO Box 6075, Paris TX 75461
- Principal officer (990-N for 2022)
- Carolyn Patterson, 4025 Alpine St, Paris TX 75462
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Kasie Cody, Treasurer
Mission
The Paris Balloon and Music Association was created to provide the community county with fine arts opportunities such as music hot air balloon festivals artistic endeavors and or any other event deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors.
Program accomplishments
- The Paris Balloon and Music Festival is our primary fundraiser and program service that brings approximately 6,000 people to the event for the very purpose of enjoying and being immersed in creative and artistic activities. About 52 market vendors display handcrafts custom creations demonstrations and offer these items for sale. Also we provide 2-4 bands each night for lively music while watching the beautiful hot air balloons at dusk. The balloons are exquisite examples of art in motion. What a beautiful sight! In addition we grant money to other local non-profit organizations that focus on the Arts and education. College scholarships are given by these organizations and they also focus on providing creative events and opportunities in the community.Expenses $50,145 · grants $5,500
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.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 83-3386637
- 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
- 2019
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Recreation and sports (N50)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $1
- Income (IRS master file)
- $69,023
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $55,782 | $42,219 | $0 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $81,329 | $63,203 | $74,072 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $68,511 | $56,259 | $55,946 | XML |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: Carolyn Patterson | December 31, 2022 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: Carolyn Patterson | December 31, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2018 Officer: Carolyn Patterson | December 31, 2018 | ≤ $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 83-3386637).
Questions about PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION
- What is the EIN of PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION is 83-3386637.
- Is PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2019.
- Are donations to PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION 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 PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION 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 PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION?
- The 990-N for 2022 names Carolyn Patterson.
- Who are the officers and directors of PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 9 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does PARIS BALLOON AND MUSIC ASSOCIATION have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $55,782, expenses of $42,219 and total assets of $0 at year end.
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