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Nonprofit · EIN 85-1064249

FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC

Tax-exempt · INGLEWOOD, CA 90302

Financials

$201K$144K2023$560K$499K2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990$559,799$498,541$61,258$121,271$0$121,271
December 31, 2023990$201,115$143,597$57,518$66,505$6,492$60,013
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$393,788
of which government grants
$28,629
Program service revenue
$166,011
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$6,200
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$74,627
Other salaries and wages
$42,597
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$129,940
Professional fundraising fees
$240
Legal fees
$4,911
Accounting fees
$3,254
Travel
$422
Depreciation
$1,743
Program services (functional)
$443,072
Management and general (functional)
$48,733
Fundraising (functional)
$6,736

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$66,505
Total assets, end of year
$121,271
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$121,271
Land, buildings and equipment
$5,266
Net assets without donor restrictions
$121,271
Gross receipts
$559,799
Employees
3
Volunteers
30
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, 2024, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
CELESTIAL SCOTTEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Trustee or director, Officer
40$74,627
DIANA SAUNDERSPRESIDENT
Trustee or director
1$0
SHAMEKA HENDERSONSECRETARY
Trustee or director
1$0
ROSHONDA GRANDBERRYTREASURER
Trustee or director
1$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 4 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
CELESTIAL SCOTTEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Trustee or director, Officer
20$5,197
DIANA SAUNDERSPRESIDENT
Trustee or director
1$0
SHAMEKA HENDERSONSECRETARY
Trustee or director
1$0
ROSHONDA GRANDBERRYTREASURER
Trustee or director
1$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
1601 CENTINELA AVE STE 5 PMB B634, INGLEWOOD, CA 90302-1077
In care of
% CELESTIAL SCOTT
Mailing address (990-N for 2022)
6111 S GRAMERCY PLACE SUITE 4A, LOS ANGELES CA 90047
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
CELESTIAL SCOTT, 1601 CENTINELA AVE STE 5 B634, INGLEWOOD, CA 90302
Principal officer (990-N for 2022)
CELESTIAL SCOTT, 6111 S GRAMERCY PLACE SUITE 4A, LOS ANGELES CA 90047
Signed the 990
CELESTIAL SCOTT, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Phone
(657) 444-7584
Return prepared by
The Nonprofit Plug LLC

California records

California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 85-1064249 or by the name FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC.

Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers
Registration status and filed reports (CT-TR-1, RRF-1)

Mission

Free From Hardship L.A. Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a safe and sober living environment for men and women transitioning from displacement homelessness and incarceration.Our vision is to break the cycle and create hope. 1 in 3 American adults have a criminal record with limited possibilities for education employment housing and other resources they need to become self-sufficient.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • Housing Support: Served 1850 people.Created supportive environment for individuals in recovery addressing the need for a safe and structured space during the crucial phase of sobriety. With 24 7 staff support evidence-based therapies and a strong sense of community our safe and sober home offers a haven for those seeking to rebuild their lives free from substance abuse.Career Development: Our workforce readiness services in an atmosphere of dignity that enhances the lives of those seeking to become self-sufficient. We help individuals feel empowered to enter the workforce with confidence through multifaceted training connections and interview preparation to jobs that match their skills and interests. Housing for Woman:FHHLA provides support for women and families struggling with trauma domestic violence and substance abuse as well as re-entry into society after incarceration. Our wrap-around services provide comprehensive care to each individual and their family. We help them redefine their futures and build a foundation of stability for themselves and their families.Behavioral Health Program:We partner with treatment programs using cognitive behavior approaches coupled with more traditional twelve-step and relapse prevention services that are helping break the cycles of recidivism. Programs are provided for both individuals and women parenting children as well as for youth referred by the criminal justice system. Total 40 permanent housing facility provided and 4 communities served.
    Expenses $388,191 · grants $6,200
  • Career Development: Our workforce readiness services in an atmosphere of dignity that enhances the lives of those seeking to become self-sufficient. We help individuals feel empowered to enter the workforce with confidence through multifaceted training connections and interview preparation
    Expenses $54,881

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, 2026Not on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
85-1064249
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
Assets (IRS master file)
$121,271
Income (IRS master file)
$559,799

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2024$559,799$498,541$121,271IRS
990December 2023$201,115$143,597$66,505XML
990-N for 2022
Officer: CELESTIAL SCOTT
December 31, 2022≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2020
Officer: CELESTE SCOTT
December 31, 2020≤ $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 85-1064249).

Questions about FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC

What is the EIN of FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC is 85-1064249.
Is FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2020.
Are donations to FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA 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 FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC due?
The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
Who is the principal officer of FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names CELESTIAL SCOTT.
Who are the officers and directors of FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 4 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $74,627 (CELESTIAL SCOTT, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR).
How much revenue does FREE FROM HARDSHIP LA INC have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $559,799, expenses of $498,541 and total assets of $121,271 at year end.

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