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Nonprofit · EIN 84-2769256

NEXT STEPS THE COLONY

Tax-exempt · THE COLONY, TX 75056

Financials

$204K$208K2024$217K$243K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of NEXT STEPS THE COLONY by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990$217,416$242,961-$25,545$58,130$0$58,130
December 31, 2024990$204,093$208,262-$4,169$83,104$0$83,104
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$146,119
of which government grants
$30,000
Program service revenue
$63,519
Investment income
$0
Net income from fundraising events
$7,778
Other revenue
$7,778

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$35,663
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$151,330
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$162,907
Professional fundraising fees
$468
Accounting fees
$1,538
Occupancy
$24,422
Program services (functional)
$240,221
Management and general (functional)
$214
Fundraising (functional)
$2,526

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$83,104
Total assets, end of year
$58,130
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$58,130
Land, buildings and equipment
$3,303
Gross unrelated business income
$7,778
Gross receipts
$221,260
Employees
2
Volunteers
436
Year formed
2019
State of legal domicile
TX

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.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Pamela K De SantiagoAdministrator
Officer, Key employee, Highest-paid employee
60$75,371
Jason KelleyCase Manager
Key employee
40$73,060
Alissa JankeSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0
Scott KleinPresident
Trustee or director, Officer
10$0
Christopher LoupeDirector
Trustee or director
5$0
Lincoln CarrollDirector
Trustee or director
5$0
Chris McGowanTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
10$0
Malikka GistDirector
Trustee or director
10$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 8 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Pamela K De SantiagoAdministrator
Officer, Key employee, Highest-paid employee
60$75,371
Jason KelleyCase Manager
Key employee
40$50,660
Alissa JankeSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0
Scott KleinPresident
Trustee or director, Officer
10$0
Christopher LoupeDirector
Trustee or director
5$0
Lincoln CarrollDirector
Trustee or director
15$0
Chris McGowanTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
10$0
Malikka GistDirector
Trustee or director
10$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
5204 S COLONY BLVD STE 200, THE COLONY, TX 75056-2351
In care of
% PAMELA DE SANTIAGO
Mailing address (990-N for 2019)
5304 Gibson Drive, The Colony TX 75056
Principal officer (990 for 2025)
Pam De Santiago, 5304 Gibson, The Colony, TX 75056
Principal officer (990-N for 2019)
Pamela De Santiago, 5304 Gibson Drive, The Colony TX 75056
Signed the 990
Chris McGowan, Treasurer
Phone
(214) 636-1207

Mission

Empowering people with practical solutions to overcoming obstacles on their path to recovery. We achieve this mission via our values system that offers support through relationships, is person-centered, engages individuals and families to strengthen our community, is holistic and based on respect, and produces hope. We have developed a network of resources to help restore or alleviate need in most situations.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • In 2025, Next Steps The Colony operated Shepherd's House as a transitional housing program serving vulnerable populations in The Colony and surrounding communities. The program adapted throughout the year to meet changing needs. From March through May, Shepherd's House served 4 women in recovery, providing a structured, supportive environment focused on sobriety, accountability, and personal growth. During this period, the program delivered 368 nights of safe housing. From June through December, the program transitioned to serving single mothers and their children, housing 4 women and 6 children. This phase provided an additional 2,140 nights of safe, stable housing, supporting families as they worked toward long-term independence. In total, Shepherd's House provided approximately 2,508 nights of housing in 2025. Residents were supported through life skills development, budgeting guidance, parenting support, and connections to community-based resources. The program emphasizes both stability and personal responsibility, with length of stay tailored to individual progress and engagement. Next Steps The Colony remains committed to adapting its housing model to best serve those in crisis while maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
    Expenses $120,651 · revenue $16,023
  • Mission TC continued to serve as a core program of Next Steps The Colony in 2025, mobilizing volunteers to provide free home repairs and exterior maintenance for seniors, veterans, and low-income homeowners. Building on prior impact of 77 completed projects, 436 volunteers, and over 1,425 volunteer hours, Mission TC sustained strong community engagement and continued delivering essential services to those in need. Program highlights include: Completion of home repair and maintenance projects that improved safety and livability Engagement of volunteers from local churches, youth groups, businesses, and community members Ongoing collaboration with the City of The Colony to identify residents in need of assistance All services were provided at no cost, ensuring that financial hardship did not prevent homeowners from maintaining safe and dignified living conditions. Mission TC continues to reflect the organization's commitment to practical, community-driven solutions.
    Expenses $114,249 · revenue $74,833
  • In 2025, Next Steps The Colony hosted its annual Community Christmas Party, serving over 700 children from families experiencing financial hardship. This large-scale outreach initiative provides gifts, food, and a joyful holiday experience in a structured and respectful environment. The event was made possible through the collective efforts of donors, volunteers, and community partners, ensuring that each child received age-appropriate gifts and each family experienced meaningful support during the holiday season. Key accomplishments include: Serving more than 700 children in a single-day outreach event Coordinating large-scale volunteer participation and community donations Providing a dignified and organized experience for families in need This program continues to meet growing demand while strengthening community connections and support systems.
    Expenses $5,321 · revenue $47,250

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 yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990 on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
84-2769256
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)
Human services (P99)
Assets (IRS master file)
$58,130
Income (IRS master file)
$221,260

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2025–––IRS
990December 2024–––IRS
990December 2023$249,284$259,972$86,874IRS
990December 2022$270,734$240,115$98,203IRS
990December 2021–––IRS
990December 2020–––IRS
990-N for 2019
Officer: Pamela De Santiago
December 31, 2019≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard

990-N: the IRS publishes only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years appear here as 990.tax collects the monthly files. 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.

Questions about NEXT STEPS THE COLONY

What is the EIN of NEXT STEPS THE COLONY?
The employer identification number (EIN) of NEXT STEPS THE COLONY is 84-2769256.
Is NEXT STEPS THE COLONY tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2019.
Are donations to NEXT STEPS THE COLONY tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does NEXT STEPS THE COLONY 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 NEXT STEPS THE COLONY 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 NEXT STEPS THE COLONY 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 NEXT STEPS THE COLONY?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Pam De Santiago.
Who are the officers and directors of NEXT STEPS THE COLONY?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 8 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $75,371 (Pamela K De Santiago, Administrator).
How much revenue does NEXT STEPS THE COLONY have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $217,416, expenses of $242,961 and total assets of $58,130 at year end.

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