Nonprofit · EIN 86-1231101
DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY INC
Also known as DIANA PRYNTZ
Tax-exempt · ROCHESTER, NY 14604
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $610,961 | $560,610 | $50,351 | $408,873 | $273,124 | $135,749 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $465,755 | $461,846 | $3,909 | $384,419 | $299,021 | $85,398 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $297,454 | $326,970 | -$29,516 | $401,778 | $320,289 | $81,489 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $581,959
- of which government grants
- $524,527
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $197
- Other revenue
- $28,805
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $89,768
- Other salaries and wages
- $281,120
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $405,624
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $33,570
- Occupancy
- $39,249
- Travel
- $6,444
- Program services (functional)
- $387,075
- Management and general (functional)
- $173,535
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $384,419
- Total assets, end of year
- $408,873
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $273,124
- Net assets, end of year
- $135,749
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $128,107
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $7,642
- Gross receipts
- $610,961
- Employees
- 16
- Volunteers
- 18
- Year formed
- 2020
- State of legal domicile
- NY
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diana Pryntz | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $89,768 |
| Donna Nelson-Barrett | Vice President (Thru 7/25) Trustee or director, Officer | 0.5 | $0 |
| Karen Beiter | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 0.4 | $0 |
| Cathie Armstrong | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.4 | $0 |
| Steve Lovi | President and Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Brooke Erickson | Secretary (Thru 1/25) Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Ray Kenney | Board Member (Thru 2/25) Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 7 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diana Pryntz | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $85,331 |
| Donna Nelligan-Barrett | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 0.3 | $0 |
| Karen Beiter | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 0.2 | $0 |
| Cathie Armstrong | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.3 | $0 |
| Steve Lovi | President Trustee or director, Officer | 0.4 | $0 |
| Brooke Erickson | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 0.4 | $0 |
| Ray Kenney | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diana Pryntz | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $63,952 |
| Donna Nelligan-Barrett | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0.2 | $0 |
| Karen Beiter | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 0.2 | $0 |
| Cathie Armstrong | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 |
| Steve Lovi | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Carolyn Salaverria | Board Member (resigned) Trustee or director | 0.1 | $0 |
| Brooke Erickson | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 0.2 | $0 |
| Ray Kenney | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 |
| Susan Demers-McLetchie | Board Member (resigned) Trustee or director | 0.1 | $0 |
| Upendra Khanal | Board Member (resigned) Trustee or director | 0.1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 260 E MAIN ST STE 3500, ROCHESTER, NY 14604-2141
- Mailing address (990-N for 2022)
- PO Box 10335, Rochester NY 14610
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Diana Pryntz, 260 E Main Street 3500, Rochester, NY 14604
- Principal officer (990-N for 2022)
- Karen Beiter, PO Box 218, West Henrietta NY 14586
- Signed the 990
- Diana Pryntz, Executive Director
- Phone
- (585) 286-3440
- Return prepared by
- Heveron & Company CPAs PLLC
Mission
We recognize that deaf refugees, asylum-seekers, immigrants, and those from US territories have unique needs that are best served and assisted by the members of the general deaf community. (Continued on Sch O)Our mission is to: 1. Provide direct services (education and case management services),2. Promote advocacy and full language access for this population, and3. Provide outreach services (collaboration, consultation, and education) to existing community service organizations and agencies.We aim to support them as they strive to be self-sustaining neighbors while still retaining their own cultural heritage, identity, language, and religion. Furthermore, we wish to ensure their inclusion into our Deaf community and into general society.
Program accomplishments
- We provide comprehensive support to the Deaf community, including Deaf refugees, immigrants, and asylees through three areas:Education - Our experienced instructors offer group and individual instruction tailored for adult learners. From ASL and English literacy to financial skills and citizenship preparation, our curriculum builds the knowledge you need to thrive in the United States. Instruction is available at DRA, at your home, or at a location convenient for you.(Continued on Schedule O)Case Management - Our caseworkers connect you to essential resources while providing ongoing advocacy and support. We assist with health benefits, housing, employment, legal services, and immigration processes, working in partnership with other service providers to create comprehensive plans built around your individual circumstances and goals. Outreach and Consultation - We partner with organizations, companies, and agencies to strengthen their capacity to serve deaf clients effectively. Through consultation, training, and workshops, we help build a more equitable community where deaf individuals have full access to resources and opportunities. In 2025, the number of individuals served was 121.This program is primarily supported by contributions.Expenses $387,075 · revenue $28,805
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
- 86-1231101
- 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)
- Human services (P87)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $408,873
- Income (IRS master file)
- $610,961
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $610,961 | $560,610 | $408,873 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $465,755 | $461,846 | $384,419 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2023 | $297,454 | $326,970 | $401,778 | XML |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: Karen Beiter | December 31, 2022 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-EZ | 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 86-1231101).
Questions about DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY INC
- What is the EIN of DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY INC is 86-1231101.
- Is DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2021.
- Are donations to DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY 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 DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY 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 DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY 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 DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Diana Pryntz.
- Who are the officers and directors of DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 7 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $89,768 (Diana Pryntz, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does DEAF REFUGEE ADVOCACY INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $610,961, expenses of $560,610 and total assets of $408,873 at year end.
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