Nonprofit · EIN 85-0813884
BRAIDED WISDOM INC
Tax-exempt · SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94131
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $701,089 | $413,061 | $288,028 | $550,400 | $3,063 | $547,337 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $266,071 | $390,886 | -$124,815 | $263,777 | $4,468 | $259,309 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $480,637 | $436,238 | $44,399 | $392,969 | $8,845 | $384,124 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $631,163
- Program service revenue
- $62,099
- Investment income
- $6,812
- Other revenue
- $1,015
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $8,650
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $117,564
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $146,753
- Professional fundraising fees
- $12,000
- Legal fees
- $1,574
- Accounting fees
- $6,003
- Occupancy
- $11,795
- Travel
- $1,223
- Program services (functional)
- $228,557
- Management and general (functional)
- $123,610
- Fundraising (functional)
- $60,894
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $263,777
- Total assets, end of year
- $550,400
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $3,063
- Net assets, end of year
- $547,337
- Publicly traded securities
- $88,908
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $547,337
- Gross receipts
- $701,089
- Employees
- 1
- Volunteers
- 9
- Year formed
- 2020
- State of legal domicile
- CA
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.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carol Cano | CEO & Executive Director Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $76,277 |
| Janet Roos | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 20 | $41,288 |
| Mario Castillo PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $2,170 |
| Imelda Contreras | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Rebekah Eppley | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Robin Velasco PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Anne Gin JD | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 7 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carol Cano | CEO & Executive Director Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $82,650 |
| Janet Roos | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 20 | $57,217 |
| Imelda Contreras | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Pawan Bareja PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Rebekah Eppley | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Robin Velasco PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
| Dr Diana Amodia MD | Director Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 7 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carol Cano | CEO & Executive Director Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $110,603 |
| Janet Roos | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 20 | $75,070 |
| Imee Contreras | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Pawan Bareja PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Rebekah Eppley | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Robin Velasco PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Dr Diana Amodia | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 5214F DIAMOND HEIGHTS BLVD NO 422, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94131-2175
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Carol Cano, 2912 Diamond Street 227, San Francisco, CA 94131
- Signed the 990
- Carol Cano, CEO
- Phone
- (415) 909-0921
- Return prepared by
- Shining Star Consulting LLC
California records
California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 85-0813884 or by the name BRAIDED WISDOM INC.
- Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers
- Registration status and filed reports (CT-TR-1, RRF-1)
- Secretary of State, bizfile Online
- Corporation status, entity number, agent for service
- Franchise Tax Board
- Entity status letter (state tax exemption, good standing)
Mission
Empowering diverse communities by fostering transformational change through integrating indigenous wisdom teachings and cross-cultural mindfulness practices.
Program accomplishments
- Original Medicine Programs: Original Medicine Yearlong is a psycho-spiritual cross-cultural mindfulness approach to healing and development. The contemplative teachings weave together Indigenous wisdom, mindfulness, and earth-based practices. This program teaches students how to work with the four seasons as tools of self-awareness, to learn the process of tracking one's own changes, and to connect to one's own natural phenomena as a human being. Original Medicine 4-Part Series is a platform for Indigenous elders, teachers, and healers from all four corners of the world to come and share their wisdom. Original Medicine Community Healing Council cultivates the collective practice of listening, witnessing, and holding space for the whole as we heal ourselves by acknowledging what needs to be healed. We work with the seasons, elements, and nature as direct mirrors for the healing process.Expenses $105,956 · grants $1,260 · revenue $17,812
- Original Medicine Earth-Based Intensive Immersion Retreat, is a 6-night in-person land experience braiding together the teachings of the Buddha and Indigenous wisdom co-creates a foundation of truth, trust, and love. During this intensive retreat we will work with the four directions and seasons as we explore ways of coming into the core of who we are, our own Original Medicine, and enhance our personal growth and purpose with nature as our teacher. Held by the magic of the Redwood Forest, we will learn and experience contemplative practices that include mindfulness meditation, earth walks, and embodied mindfulness movement.Expenses $68,227 · grants $4,435 · revenue $21,990
- Original Medicine Earth-Based Community Gathering: Land-based gathering at sacred ceremonial Indigenous land in Lake County, CA to learn earth-based practices and cross-cultural ceremony. The contemplative teachings weave together Indigenous wisdom, mindfulness, and earth-based practices. Braided Wisdom intentionally structures mindfulness meditation and contemplative practice into every program. As a cross-cultural mindfulness organization, its part of our foundation to create a culture of practice where meditation and contemplative tools are integrated into how we hold space and engage our community members. We share alternative practices and meditation postures to ensure accessibility for those with limited ability or mobility. All levels of meditation experience is welcome.Expenses $22,048 · revenue $5,864
- Original Medicine In-Depth Program: The Original Medicine In-Depth Program is a psycho-spiritual cross-cultural mindfulness approach to healing and personal development. The contemplative teachings weave together Indigenous wisdom, mindfulness, and earth-based practices. This deeper level program teaches participants how to work with the four seasons as tools of self-awareness to learn the process of tracking ones own changes, working with the false-self system and to connect to ones own natural phenomena as a human being. This offering provides guidance and a deeper understanding of the teachings. Together, we will explore how to embody these teachings in everyday life with authenticity and gratitude, fostering a profound sense of harmony within yourself and with the world around you. The teachings of the Buddha and Indigenous wisdom build this foundation of truth, trust, and love.Expenses $19,654 · grants $1,035 · revenue $8,935
- Story Questing: The Story Medicine process is an 8-session, monthly program that is aimed at helping people discover the wisdom and relevance of stories in their lives today in order to activate growth and healing. The program utilizes a range of experiential processes, including embodied mindfulness, expressive arts, writing, and active imagination journeys. Participants are encouraged to engage with the stories in a personal and reflective manner, to gain insights and understanding that can be applied to their current life situations and the world.Expenses $12,672 · grants $1,920 · revenue $7,498
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 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 85-0813884
- 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 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Human services (P20)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $550,400
- Income (IRS master file)
- $701,089
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $701,089 | $413,061 | $550,400 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $266,071 | $390,886 | $263,777 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $480,637 | $436,238 | $392,969 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $477,636 | $391,673 | $349,533 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | 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 85-0813884).
Questions about BRAIDED WISDOM INC
- What is the EIN of BRAIDED WISDOM INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of BRAIDED WISDOM INC is 85-0813884.
- Is BRAIDED WISDOM INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2020.
- Are donations to BRAIDED WISDOM INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does BRAIDED WISDOM 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 BRAIDED WISDOM 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 BRAIDED WISDOM INC 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 BRAIDED WISDOM INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Carol Cano.
- Who are the officers and directors of BRAIDED WISDOM INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 7 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $76,277 (Carol Cano, CEO & Executive Director).
- How much revenue does BRAIDED WISDOM INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $701,089, expenses of $413,061 and total assets of $550,400 at year end.
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