Nonprofit · EIN 85-4046830
SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT
Tax-exempt · SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $997,293 | $946,156 | $51,137 | $374,294 | $193,784 | $180,510 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $1,153,055 | $985,453 | $167,602 | $212,938 | $80,609 | $132,329 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $997,216
- of which government grants
- $938,584
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $77
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $254,670
- Other salaries and wages
- $39,784
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $334,636
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $82,540
- Occupancy
- $62,569
- Travel
- $23
- Program services (functional)
- $778,245
- Management and general (functional)
- $167,911
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $212,938
- Total assets, end of year
- $374,294
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $193,784
- Net assets, end of year
- $180,510
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $180,510
- Gross receipts
- $997,293
- Employees
- 3
- Volunteers
- 3
- 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.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| APRIL SPEARS | Executive Dir. Officer | 15 | $158,433 |
| JENNIFER GAYDEN | DIR. OF OPEARTI Officer | 40 | $96,237 |
| JAYSHAWN ANDERSON | Director Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| LINDA JORDAN | Director Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| FELY TCHACO | Director Trustee or director | 7 | $0 |
| OSCAR JAMES | Director Trustee or director | 7 | $0 |
| MEAGHAN MITCHELL | Secretary Trustee or director | 7 | $0 |
| TOTIANA WHITE | Director Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| TAKIYAH SMITH | Director Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 7 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| April Spears | Executive Dir. Officer | 15 | $162,500 |
| Jennifer Gayden | Dir. of Operati Trustee or director | 40 | $45,000 |
| Cheri Miller | Treasurer Officer | 32 | $40,923 |
| Ericka Scott | Dir. of Project Trustee or director | 20 | $16,042 |
| Fely Tchaco | Director Trustee or director | 32 | $0 |
| Oscar James | Director Trustee or director | 10 | $0 |
| Meaghan Mitchell | Secretary Officer | 60 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 1751 CARROLL AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124-2898
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- APRIL SPEARS, 1751 CARROLL AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94124
- Signed the 990
- APRIL SPEARS, Executive Director
- Phone
- (415) 240-1789
- Website
- HTTPS://WWW.SFAAACD.ORG/
- 990-N for 2022 filed under this EIN
- Most likely by a chapter, club or affiliate (it says receipts are normally $50,000 or less). Officer: April Sears, 1751 Carroll Ave, San Francisco CA 94124. Mailing address: 1751 Carroll Ave, San Francisco CA 94124.
- Return prepared by
- CHEK TAN AND COMPANY LLP
California records
California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 85-4046830 or by the name SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT.
- 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
TO ADVANCE, CULTIVATE, ENRICH AND ADVOCATE FOR AFRICAN-AMERICAN EQUITY, CULTURAL STABILITY, VIBRANCY, AND ECONOMIC VITALITY IN SAN FRANCISCO'S AMERICAN-AMERICAN ART & CULTURAL DISTRICT.
Program accomplishments
- Mayors Office of Housing & Community Development (MOHCD) Operations GrantWith the support of MOHCDs Operations Grant, the Organization continued advancing the CHHESS Report, a cultural legacy document and strategic plan that provides guidance for achieving cultural stabilization. This grant was critical in supporting the Organizations role as one of San Franciscos Cultural Districts. In 2024, it helped strengthen operational capacity and supported cultural programming, including planning major community celebrations that uplifted Black culture and history, while also sustaining local Black-owned businesses and vendors.Mayors Office of Housing & Community Development (MOHCD) CapacityBuilding GrantThe MOHCD Capacity Building Grant provided resources for strengthening internal infrastructure and leadership. The Organization advanced the development of a Board Action Plan, Fundraising Action Plan, and Employee Handbook. Capacity-building support also funded leadership workshops and staff development sessions, preparing the Organization for long-term sustainability. In 2024, planning continued for a Board Planning Workshop to expand Board leadership and engagement.San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) Bayview ShuttleProgramThrough the SFMTA Bayview Shuttle Program, the Organization engaged community members in shaping the shuttle service. In 2024, outreach efforts included tabling at community events and conducting surveys to better understand local transportation needs. These surveys informed service improvements designed to increase mobility for Bayview residents, particularly within the 94124 zip code. The program continues to serve as a vital resource connecting residents to jobs, education, and essential services.San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) MultimodalGrantIn 2024, the Organization also benefited from SFMTAs Multimodal Grant. This fundingsupported initiatives that expand safe, accessible, and affordable transportation options in Bayview. The grant enabled efforts to increase community participation in transportation planning, improve pedestrian and bike safety, and strengthen connections between existing shuttle services and other transit modes. These improvements align with broader citywide equity goals, ensuring Bayview residents have reliable, multimodal transportation choices.Expenses $778,245
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
- 85-4046830
- 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)
- Civil rights, social action and advocacy (R20)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $374,294
- Income (IRS master file)
- $997,293
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $997,293 | $946,156 | $374,294 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $1,153,055 | $985,453 | $212,938 | XML |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: April Sears Filed under this EIN, most likely by a chapter or affiliate | December 31, 2022 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Filed under this EIN, most likely by a chapter or affiliate | 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 85-4046830).
Questions about SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT
- What is the EIN of SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT is 85-4046830.
- Is SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2021.
- Are donations to SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT 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 SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT 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 SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT 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 SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names APRIL SPEARS.
- Who are the officers and directors of SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 9 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $158,433 (APRIL SPEARS, Executive Dir.).
- How much revenue does SAN FRANCISCO AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS AND CULTURAL DISTRICT have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $997,293, expenses of $946,156 and total assets of $374,294 at year end.
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