Nonprofit · EIN 85-0673207
VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC
Tax-exempt · ROYSE CITY, TX 75189
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $501,670 | $225,869 | $275,801 | $530,255 | $0 | $530,255 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $73,300 | $31,732 | $41,568 | $130,954 | – | $130,954 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $501,670
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $3,600
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $18,420
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $18,420
- Professional fundraising fees
- $1,900
- Legal fees
- $8,000
- Occupancy
- $7,625
- Travel
- $3,700
- Program services (functional)
- $208,659
- Management and general (functional)
- $15,310
- Fundraising (functional)
- $1,900
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $130,954
- Total assets, end of year
- $530,255
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $530,255
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $123,500
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $530,255
- Gross receipts
- $501,670
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 10
- Year formed
- 2020
- 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, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachel Stephens | CEO Key employee | 40 | $0 | $9,600 |
| Barbara Middleton | Board Member Officer | 20 | $0 | $0 |
| Jerome Nance | Board Member Officer | 20 | $0 | $0 |
| Michael Middleton | Board Member Officer | 20 | $0 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 4 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbara Middleton | Board Member | 5 | $0 |
| Rachel V Stephens | Director | 20 | $0 |
| Jerome Nance | Board Member | 5 | $0 |
| Michael Middleton | Board Member | 5 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 2528 GREEN RIVER RD, ROYSE CITY, TX 75189-6090
- In care of
- % RACHEL V STEPHENS
- Mailing address (990-N for 2025)
- 2528 GREEN RIVER RD, ROYSE CITY TX 75189
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- RACHEL STEPHENS, 2528 GREEN RIVER RD, ROYSE CITY, TX 75189
- Principal officer (990-N for 2025)
- RACHEL STEPHENS, 2528 GREEN RIVER RD, ROYSE CITY TX 75189
- Signed the 990
- RACHEL STEPHENS, CEO
- Phone
- (312) 536-8490
- Return prepared by
- DFW MULTI SERVICES LLC
Mission
Vera A. Stephens Christian Ministries Inc. VASCMI has been established to carry on the legacy of rebuilding the Bethesda Christian mission school that was founded by Missionary Vera A Stephens location in Kakata Liberia and intends to operate the Bethesda School in the future. During 2024 the organization did not operate a school. Current activities include laying the groundwork for reopening the school and providing student support such as scholarships school supplies and food. Children evangelism in rural and urban areas. No educational institution was operated during the year; therefore Schedule E is not required. VASCMI is a 501c3 charitable organization primary focus in West Africa Liberia with the intent to expand worldwide. Development mission operation in West Africa Liberia rebuilding the Bethesda Christian mission school that was founded by Missionary Vera A Stephens location in Kakata Liberia.
Program accomplishments
- We achieved significant strides in establishing the new Bethesda Christian Mission School campus. Land preparation for the construction of the new Bethesda Christian Mission School campus included securing land overseeing construction of administrative accommodations and warehouse engineering consultation fencing installing solar power systems gathering tools and materials and safeguarding the premises and building materials. We also celebrated this milestone with a groundbreaking event marking a new chapter for education and community development in Kakata.Expenses $123,500
- Our Monrovia office has become the heartbeat of our organization serving as the operational hub. We successfully signed a lease agreement renovated the space to better serve our needs ensuring reliable water electricity and a welcoming environment with new furniture and supplies for the children. This office now spearheads weekly community outreach through evangelism with children and youth evangelistic teaching seminars and provides vital assistance to local schools and churches and extends its outreach to rural communities beyond the urban environment.Expenses $33,390
- Outreach Ministry Feeding and Scholarship Programs We are passionate about nurturing young minds and supporting families. In 2024 we launched feeding programs for children and young adults in both urban and rural communities. Additionally we provided scholarships school supplies and personal essentials to students in need empowering them to pursue their education and dreams.throughExpenses $3,600
- Other Program Service ExpensesExpenses $48,169
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less. 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-N on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 85-0673207
- 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-N (e-Postcard)
- Category (NTEE)
- Youth development (O50)
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-N for 2025 Officer: RACHEL STEPHENS | December 31, 2025 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990 | December 2024 | $501,670 | $225,869 | $530,255 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $73,300 | $31,732 | $130,954 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2021 Officer: RACHEL STEPHENS | 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 85-0673207).
Questions about VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC
- What is the EIN of VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC is 85-0673207.
- Is VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2020.
- Are donations to VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC file?
- Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
- When is the next return of VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES 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 VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-N for 2025 for the year ended December 31, 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names RACHEL STEPHENS.
- Who are the officers and directors of VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 4 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does VERA A STEPHENS CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $501,670, expenses of $225,869 and total assets of $530,255 at year end.
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