Nonprofit · EIN 84-1591310
PARENTS CHALLENGE
Tax-exempt · COLORADO SPGS, CO 80903
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2025 | 990 | $2,491,791 | $1,058,961 | $1,432,830 | $2,603,544 | $155,100 | $2,448,444 |
| June 30, 2024 | 990 | $830,565 | $960,001 | -$129,436 | $1,189,949 | $161,261 | $1,028,688 |
| June 30, 2023 | 990 | $1,146,455 | $940,925 | $205,530 | $1,323,611 | $178,194 | $1,145,417 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $2,431,541
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $59,757
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $13,067
- Other revenue
- $493
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $569,390
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $132,573
- Other salaries and wages
- $61,634
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $276,927
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $9,450
- Occupancy
- $1,800
- Travel
- $11,157
- Program services (functional)
- $968,566
- Management and general (functional)
- $52,138
- Fundraising (functional)
- $38,257
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $1,189,949
- Total assets, end of year
- $2,603,544
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $155,100
- Net assets, end of year
- $2,448,444
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $300,000
- Publicly traded securities
- $1,208,658
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $1,088,768
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $1,359,676
- Gross receipts
- $2,507,989
- Employees
- 4
- Volunteers
- 30
- Year formed
- 2001
- State of legal domicile
- CO
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 June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEBORAH HENDRIX | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Officer | 40 | $97,601 | $11,258 |
| STEPHEN SCHUCK | BOARD CHAIR / FOUNDER Trustee or director, Officer | 20 | $0 | $0 |
| STEVEN EVERSON | SECRETARY/ TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| LISA JESSEE | VICE CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 | $0 |
| ROBERT GARDNER | TRUSTEE Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| KIM SHUGART | TRUSTEE Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| JOSEPH WOODFORD | TRUSTEE Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| DR REGINA LEWIS | TRUSTEE Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| MIKE MILES | TRUSTEE Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2024: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deborah Hendrix | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $95,366 | $10,448 |
| Steve Schuck | BOARD CHAIR / FOUNDER Trustee or director, Officer | 20 | $0 | $0 |
| Steve Everson | Secretary/ Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Jessee | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 | $0 |
| Robert Gardner | Trustee Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Kim Shugart | Trustee Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Joseph Woodford | Trustee Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Vance Brown | Trustee Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| REGINA LEWIS | TRUSTEE Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Miles | Trustee Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2023: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deborah Hendrix | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $89,004 | $12,485 |
| Steve Schuck | BOARD CHAIR / FOUNDER Trustee or director, Officer | 20 | $0 | $0 |
| Steve Everson | Secretary/ Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Jessee | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Robert Gardner | Trustee Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Kim Shugart | Trustee Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Joseph Woodford | Trustee Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Vance Brown | Trustee Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| REGINA LEWIS | TRUSTEE Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Miles | Trustee Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 2 N CASCADE AVE STE 1280, COLORADO SPGS, CO 80903-1631
- In care of
- % STEVE EVERSON
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- DEBORAH HENDRIX, 2 NORTH CASCADE AVE, STE COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80903
- Signed the 990
- STEVEN EVERSON, TREASURER
- Phone
- (719) 306-8557
- Website
- WWW.PARENTSCHALLENGE.ORG
- Return prepared by
- SORREN INC
Mission
WE DISRUPT THE LEGACY OF EDUCATIONAL FAILURE BY EMPOWERING PARENTS. WE EQUIP FAMILIES WITH INFORMATION, TRAINING, MENTORING, TOOLS, AND FINANCIAL RESOURCES SO THEY CAN CHOOSE THE EDUCATION THEY BELIEVE IS BEST FOR THEIR CHILDREN. (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)
Program accomplishments
- DURING THE 2024 - 2025 SCHOOL YEAR, WE IMPACTED 195 FAMILIES AND SUPPORTED 356 SCHOLARS. THROUGH OUR PROGRAMS, PARENTS ARE NOT ONLY GIVEN A VOICE, THEY ARE EQUIPPED TO MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS THAT DIRECTLY INFLUENCE THEIR CHILDREN'S ACADEMIC SUCCESS. THIS EMPOWERMENT IS A CRITICAL STEP IN MOVING AT-RISK STUDENTS FROM CHALLENGING CIRCUMSTANCES INTO LIVES MARKED BY CONFIDENCE, ACHIEVEMENT, AND LONG-TERM STABILITY.Expenses $968,566 · grants $569,390
- THROUGH OUR EXPANDED EFFORTS, WE HAVE STRENGTHENED OUR ROLE AS BOTH AN INFORMATIONAL RESOURCE FOR ALL FAMILIES AND A FINANCIAL RESOURCE FOR THOSE IN LOW SOCIO-ECONOMIC CIRCUMSTANCES. OUR TARGETED SUPPORTS, INCLUDING TUTORING AND BRAIN INTEGRATION, HAVE LED TO MEASURABLE ACADEMIC GAINS, WITH MANY STUDENTS DEMONSTRATING MEANINGFUL PROGRESS IN READING AND MATH. THESE INTERVENTIONS ARE HELPING BREAK DOWN LONG-STANDING BARRIERS TO ACHIEVEMENT AND CREATING REAL MOMENTUM FOR STUDENT SUCCESS.
- IN ADDITION, FAMILIES HAVE INCREASINGLY PRIORITIZED THEIR CHILDREN'S SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL HEALTH. PARENTS CHALLENGE HAS RESPONDED BY PROVIDING GUIDANCE, RESOURCES, AND DIRECT SUPPORT, ENABLING FAMILIES TO TAKE PROACTIVE STEPS IN ADDRESSING THESE NEEDS. AS A RESULT, FAMILIES ARE MORE ENGAGED, BETTER INFORMED, AND MORE CONFIDENT IN ADVOCATING FOR THEIR CHILDREN'S OVERALL WELL-BEING AND ACADEMIC FUTURE.
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 June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June 30, 2026 | November 16, 2026 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | June 30, 2025 | November 17, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | June 30, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 84-1591310
- 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
- 2001
- Accounting year ends
- June
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Education (B82)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $2,603,544
- Income (IRS master file)
- $2,507,989
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | June 2025 | $2,491,791 | $1,058,961 | $2,603,544 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2024 | $830,565 | $960,001 | $1,189,949 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2023 | $1,146,455 | $940,925 | $1,323,611 | XML |
| 990 | June 2022 | $699,705 | $775,510 | $1,093,672 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2018 | – | – | – | 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 84-1591310).
Questions about PARENTS CHALLENGE
- What is the EIN of PARENTS CHALLENGE?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of PARENTS CHALLENGE is 84-1591310.
- Is PARENTS CHALLENGE tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2001.
- Are donations to PARENTS CHALLENGE tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does PARENTS CHALLENGE 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 PARENTS CHALLENGE due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did PARENTS CHALLENGE last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of PARENTS CHALLENGE?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names DEBORAH HENDRIX.
- Who are the officers and directors of PARENTS CHALLENGE?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 9 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $97,601 (DEBORAH HENDRIX, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR).
- How much revenue does PARENTS CHALLENGE have?
- On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $2,491,791, expenses of $1,058,961 and total assets of $2,603,544 at year end.
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