Nonprofit · EIN 85-2398999
THE BOTTOM
Tax-exempt · KNOXVILLE, TN 37917
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $486,264 | $326,333 | $159,931 | $386,812 | $2,361 | $384,451 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $332,179 | $364,119 | -$31,940 | $213,869 | $0 | $213,869 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $416,237
- of which government grants
- $15,000
- Program service revenue
- $7,549
- Investment income
- $49
- Net rental income
- $5,415
- Net income from sales of inventory
- $42,488
- Other revenue
- $62,429
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $132,276
- Other salaries and wages
- $39,603
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $187,956
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $9,337
- Occupancy
- $22,988
- Travel
- $3,217
- Program services (functional)
- $146,746
- Management and general (functional)
- $122,909
- Fundraising (functional)
- $56,678
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $224,520
- Total assets, end of year
- $386,812
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $2,361
- Net assets, end of year
- $384,451
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $80,000
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $254,632
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $129,819
- Gross receipts
- $506,482
- Employees
- 7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ty Murray | Director of Art and Communication | 40 | $44,908 |
| Kalil White | Director Of Operations | 40 | $44,855 |
| Annastasia William | Bookstore Director | 40 | $22,507 |
| Enkeshi El-Amin | Founding Director | 10 | $20,006 |
| Brandi Augustus | President Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Gabriell Chapman | Treasurer Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Joan Bryant | Secretary Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Sherley Cruz | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Roxy Slay | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Michelle Christian | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Charice Starr | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 11 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandi Augustus | President Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Gabriell Chapman | Treasurer Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Joan Bryant | Secretary Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Sherley Cruz | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Roxy Slay | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Michelle Christian | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Charice Starr | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Kalil White | Director Of Operations | 0 | $0 |
| Ty Murray | Director of Art and Communication | 0 | $0 |
| Annastasia William | Bookstore Director | 0 | $0 |
| Enkeshi El-Amin | Founding Director | 0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 2340 E MAGNOLIA AVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37917-8240
- In care of
- % KALIL WHITE
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Kalil White
- Signed the 990
- Kalil White, Director
- Phone
- (865) 444-5915
- Return prepared by
- LaTonya L Jordan CPA
Mission
The Bottom stands to build community, celebrate culture and engage the creativity of Black people in Knoxville.
Program accomplishments
- Other Programs - Arts, Podcast, Community FellowshipExpenses $57,160 · grants $10,270 · revenue $1,026
- In 2024, The Bottom expanded its literary programming to strengthen community connections and celebrate Black authors. Alongside our monthly Book It subscription, we launched two new book clubs and a silent reading experience, engaging readers through seven dynamic titles spanning multiple genres and voices. Our Lit Kidz initiative empowered young readers to select their own books, deepening their relationship with reading and representation. Overall, 102 youth participated in our programs, and 282 free books were distributed to nurture a love of literature and storytelling within our community.Expenses $41,110 · grants $14,850 · revenue $63,069
- In 2024, The Bottom continued to nurture creativity and entrepreneurship among youth through Sew It Sell It, a hands-on sewing and small business program for students ages 12?17. Participants learned practical vocational skills, from sewing and product design to branding and marketing, gaining confidence in their creative and entrepreneurial abilities. Eleven young makers completed the program, showcasing and selling their handmade products at our community Market Day. Together, they collectively raised $3,500, demonstrating the program?s power to cultivate both self-reliance and real-world economic empowerment.Expenses $25,448 · grants $24,960 · revenue $1,579
- In 2024, The Bottom deepened its investment in Knoxville?s Black creative community through the year-round Black Creatives Meetup initiative, which provides ongoing artistic, professional, and social development opportunities. The program hosted 17 workshops and events that fostered collaboration, mentorship, and creative growth. A total of 64 artists led workshops, performed, or exhibited with The Bottom, up from 51 the previous year, demonstrating significant program growth and engagement. Altogether, BCM featured 115 artists, including 100 youth from West Haven Elementary, with 24 original works sold, showcasing the power of intentional community support in sustaining and celebrating Black artistry.Expenses $23,028 · grants $12,350 · revenue $906
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 | Not 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
- 85-2398999
- 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
- 2021
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A20)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $386,812
- Income (IRS master file)
- $506,482
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $486,264 | $326,333 | $386,812 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2023 | $332,179 | $364,119 | $213,869 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $257,034 | $238,923 | $229,709 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | 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 85-2398999).
Questions about THE BOTTOM
- What is the EIN of THE BOTTOM?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of THE BOTTOM is 85-2398999.
- Is THE BOTTOM tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2021.
- Are donations to THE BOTTOM tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does THE BOTTOM 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 THE BOTTOM 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 THE BOTTOM 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 THE BOTTOM?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Kalil White.
- Who are the officers and directors of THE BOTTOM?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 11 people; 4 received compensation from the organization, the highest $44,908 (Ty Murray, Director of Art and Communication).
- How much revenue does THE BOTTOM have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $486,264, expenses of $326,333 and total assets of $386,812 at year end.
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