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Nonprofit · EIN 85-1194743

BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC

Tax-exempt · OPA LOCKA, FL 33054

Financials

$750$02023
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
May 31, 2024990-EZ$750$0$750$750$0$750
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$750
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$0
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$750
Total assets, end of year
$750
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$750
Gross receipts
$750

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 May 31, 2024, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
TAMEKA FIELDSSECRETARY5$0
PHILLIP DAWSONVICE PRESIDENT5$0
Dominique DawsonPRESIDENT10$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
13280 PORT SAID RD APT C204, OPA LOCKA, FL 33054-4994
Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
13280 port said road c204, Opa Locka FL 33054
Principal officer (990-N for 2023)
Dominique Dawson, 13280 port said road c204, Opa locka FL 33054
Signed the 990-EZ
dominique dawson, president
Phone
(305) 896-0055

Mission

The primary exempt purpose of Blogionista Travels Foundation is to inspire and empower underprivileged youth, particularly minority youth in grades 8-12, through transformative travel experiences. By sponsoring trips within the United States and internationally, we provide opportunities for these young people to learn about history, culture, and diverse perspectives. Our mission is not only to broaden their horizons but also to foster a sense of community by giving back. During our trips, we engage in charitable activities such as feeding the less fortunate, donating to foster homes, and supporting underprivileged families and communities.

990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • Primary Exempt Purpose: The Blogionista Travels Foundation seeks to inspire minority youth from underprivileged communities by providing travel opportunities that expose them to diverse cultures and historical education, while also engaging in community service efforts in the destinations visited. Our mission is to broaden horizons and encourage educational growth through travel, with a focus on both personal development and giving back to communities in need. Program Service Accomplishments: Youth Travel Sponsorship Program: The primary service provided by Blogionista Travels Foundation is sponsoring educational trips for minority youth in grades 8-12 from underserved communities in the United States and Jamaica. In this fiscal year, we were able to sponsor three students for domestic educational trips, during which they explored historical landmarks, engaged in cultural activities, and attended workshops focused on leadership and personal growth. These trips provide participants with an opportunity to gain new perspectives on history and culture, helping to inspire a greater sense of purpose in their academic and personal lives. Objective: To foster cultural awareness, leadership skills, and personal growth among underprivileged youth. Accomplishment: Sponsored 3 students for educational trips. Long-term goal: To increase the number of students sponsored each year and expand the program to include international trips. Estimated impact: Three students were directly impacted through fully sponsored travel experiences, which enhanced their educational and cultural understanding. Community Service Initiative: During each trip, Blogionista Travels Foundation integrates community service activities. This year, youth participants volunteered at local shelters and food distribution centers, providing meals and donating essential supplies to underprivileged families. As part of this initiative, we also contributed gift cards totaling $750 ($500 from Target and $250 from Publix) to local communities, allowing them to purchase needed supplies and food items. Objective: To instill a sense of social responsibility in youth by engaging them in service activities that benefit less fortunate communities. Accomplishment: Distributed $750 worth of gift cards to families in need, participated in food distribution efforts, and donated supplies. Long-term goal: To increase the scope and reach of our community service efforts by partnering with additional local organizations. Educational Workshops and Leadership Seminars: The foundation hosted two leadership and personal development workshops for youth during the trips, focusing on the importance of education, goal-setting, and cultural exchange. The workshops were designed to help students develop critical thinking skills, improve self-confidence, and better understand how travel can serve as a tool for personal and academic growth. Objective: To prepare minority youth for future success by equipping them with essential leadership and personal development skills. Accomplishment: Held two workshops with approximately 10 participants in each, focused on leadership and personal development. Long-term goal: To establish ongoing partnerships with schools and educational organizations to offer these workshops on a larger scale. Expenses and Grants: For the services described above, the foundation's expenses primarily include travel expenses, educational workshop materials, and the value of donated gift cards ($750 in total). These expenses have allowed us to continue advancing our mission of providing educational travel experiences and community service opportunities to underprivileged youth.

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 May, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025May 31, 2026October 15, 2026Not on file
2024May 31, 2025October 15, 2025Not on file
2023May 31, 2024October 15, 2024990-N on file

File the 2025 990-N for BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC

Due October 15, 2026 · e-filed with the IRS by 990.tax, an IRS-authorized e-file provider

IRS record

EIN
85-1194743
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
May
Files
Form 990-N (e-Postcard)
Assets (IRS master file)
$750
Income (IRS master file)
$750

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-N for 2023
Officer: Dominique Dawson
May 31, 2024≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-EZMay 2024$750$0$750XML
990-N for 2022
Officer: Dominique Dawson
May 31, 2023≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2019
Officer: Dominique Dawson
May 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 85-1194743).

Questions about BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC

What is the EIN of BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC is 85-1194743.
Is BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2020.
Are donations to BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC file?
Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
When is the next return of BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC due?
The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending May 31, 2026) is due October 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-N for 2023 for the year ended May 31, 2024.
Who is the principal officer of BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC?
The 990-N for 2023 names Dominique Dawson.
Who are the officers and directors of BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC?
The 990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2024 lists 3 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does BLOGIONISTA TRAVELS FOUNDATION INC have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $750, expenses of $0 and total assets of $750 at year end.

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