Nonprofit · EIN 84-4467254
FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC
Tax-exempt · BUFFALO GAP, TX 79508
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $30,572 | $166,859 | -$136,287 | $64,328 | $298 | $64,030 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $190,976 | $58,647 | $132,329 | $200,317 | $299 | $200,018 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $48,257 | $43,578 | $4,679 | $68,085 | $396 | $67,689 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $1,315
- Membership dues
- $10,330
- Program service revenue
- $34,037
- Investment income
- $201
- Net income from fundraising events
- -$15,311
Expenses
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $35,686
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $35,686
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $553
- Occupancy
- $3,293
- Printing, publications and postage
- $396
- Other expenses
- $126,931
- Program services (functional)
- $119,739
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $200,317
- Total assets, end of year
- $64,328
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $298
- Net assets, end of year
- $64,030
- Cash, savings and investments
- $61,891
- Gross receipts
- $94,081
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Miles | Executive Dir. | 35 | $35,686 |
| Lisa Perini | member | 10 | $0 |
| Dean Criswell | Secretary | 2 | $0 |
| Carolyn Landess | Vice Chairman | 5 | $0 |
| Nathan Lowry | Chairman | 10 | $0 |
| Heather Vinson | Member | 1 | $0 |
| Lota Zoth | Treasurer | 10 | $0 |
| Cam Balcomb | Member | 1 | $0 |
| Austin Petree | Treasurer | 2 | $0 |
| Paul Beale | Member | 1 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Roberts | Executive Dir. | 30 | $0 |
| Trish Dressen | Member | 0.5 | $0 |
| Lisa Perini | member | 10 | $0 |
| Dean Criswell | member | 1 | $0 |
| Michael Hull | Vice Chairman | 1 | $0 |
| Carolyn Landess | Member | 1 | $0 |
| Nathan Lowry | Chairman | 10 | $0 |
| Heather Vinson | Member | 1 | $0 |
| Lota Zoth | Treasurer | 10 | $0 |
| Cam Balcomb | Member | 1 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 11 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Roberts | Executive Dir. | 30 | $11,700 |
| Julie H Wilson | Past President | 30 | $10,950 |
| Jeff Dressen | Member | 3 | $0 |
| Trish Dressen | Member | 3 | $0 |
| Lisa Perini | Member | 6 | $0 |
| Rhonda Moore | Vice Chairman | 3 | $0 |
| Michael Hull | Member | 3 | $0 |
| Cody Cox | Member | 3 | $0 |
| Nathan Lowry | Chairman | 6 | $0 |
| Lota Zoth | Treasurer | 6 | $0 |
| Cam Balcomb | Member | 3 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 665, BUFFALO GAP, TX 79508-0665
- Mailing address (990-N for 2021)
- P O Box 665, Buffalo Gap TX 79508
- Principal officer (990-N for 2021)
- Jeff Dressen, P O Box, Buffalo Gap TX 79508
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Lota Zoth, Treasurer
- Phone
- (325) 570-3097
- Website
- www.BuffaloGapTX.com
- Return prepared by
- Fullerton & Associates PLLC
Mission
Friends of the Gap promotes stewardship, supports a sustainable local economy and preserves the heritage of Buffalo Gap.
Program accomplishments
- Mission & Program Support - Marketing and educational materials & activities geared to both vistors and residents. Materials include signage, electronic and digital media collateral, promotional materials for local business members.Expenses $2,538
- Christmas Program - A free program for community members that includes an outdoor Christmas tree that remains lit throughout the season and celebratory activities with food, games, vendors, and music for all to enjoy.Expenses $10,326
- Smithsonian Program - Buffalo Gap was selected as one of seven rural communities in Texas that hosted "Crossroads: Change in Rural America" - A traveling exhibit of the Smithsonian Museum. The exhibit was on display in Buffalo Gap from March 14-April 25, 2025.Expenses $106,574
- Parade Program - The Buffalo Gap Chamber of Commerce organized and hosted the July 4th parade for the communityExpenses $280
- Lead the Gap Program - A program for community leaders to learn more about aspects of the community government operation, municipal services, etc
- Teach the Gap Program - a program for 3rd & 4th graders deigned to teach about the history of Buffalo Gap
- Easter Program - Organized & hosted community Easter egg hunt
- Membership Mingle Program - Bi-monthly gathering of members fro happy hour and discussionExpenses $21
- Clean Up Days Program - Spring clean-up day offering to help community members clean up their properties
- Rural Retreats Program - A one evening tour of bed & breakfast members in the area
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
- 84-4467254
- 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
- 2020
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Community improvement and capacity building (S20)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $64,328
- Income (IRS master file)
- $94,081
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $30,572 | $166,859 | $64,328 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $190,976 | $58,647 | $200,317 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $48,257 | $43,578 | $68,085 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2021 Officer: Jeff Dressen | December 31, 2021 | ≤ $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 84-4467254).
Questions about FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC
- What is the EIN of FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC is 84-4467254.
- Is FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2020.
- Are donations to FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC 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 FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC 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 FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC 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 FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC?
- The 990-N for 2021 names Jeff Dressen.
- Who are the officers and directors of FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 10 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $35,686 (Taylor Miles, Executive Dir.).
- How much revenue does FRIENDS OF THE GAP INC have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $30,572, expenses of $166,859 and total assets of $64,328 at year end.
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