Nonprofit · EIN 86-2187647
MUSE FOUNDATION
Also known as MUSE FOUNDATION OF RHODE ISLAND
Tax-exempt · PROVIDENCE, RI 02906
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $132,830 | $135,715 | -$2,885 | $114,401 | $0 | $114,401 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $112,215 | $91,971 | $20,244 | $117,286 | $0 | $117,286 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $145,824 | $62,954 | $82,870 | $97,042 | $0 | $97,042 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $132,830
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $17,687
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $25,500
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $25,500
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $36,146
- Occupancy
- $15,290
- Printing, publications and postage
- $1,016
- Other expenses
- $40,076
- Program services (functional)
- $101,786
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $117,286
- Total assets, end of year
- $114,401
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $114,401
- Cash, savings and investments
- $114,401
- Gross receipts
- $132,830
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 December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Wilson Jr | Founder and Executive Director | 20 | $25,500 |
| Dr Deana Waite | Board Chairperson | 2 | $0 |
| Fernando Taveras | Treasurer | 2 | $0 |
| Sharon Ashley | Secretary | 2 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 4 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Wilson Jr | Founder and Executive Director | 20 | $0 |
| Dr Deana Waite | Board Chairperson | 2 | $0 |
| Fernando Taveras | Treasurer | 2 | $0 |
| Sharon Ashley | Secretary | 2 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 4 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Wilson Jr | Founder and Executive Director | 20 | $0 |
| Dr Deana Waite | Board Chairperson | 2 | $0 |
| Fernando Taveras | Treasurer | 2 | $0 |
| Sharon Ashley | Secretary | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 11 S ANGELL STREET STE 223, PROVIDENCE, RI 02906-5206
- In care of
- % JUAN K WILSON
- Mailing address (990-N for 2022)
- 11 South Angell Street PMB 223, PROVIDENCE RI 02906
- Principal officer (990-N for 2022)
- JUAN WILSON, 11 South Angell Street PMB 223, PROVIDENCE RI 02906
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Juan Wilson, Executive Director
- Phone
- (401) 288-1662
- Website
- https://musefoundation.org
Mission
The MUSE Foundation of Rhode Island (MUSEOFRI) is committed to nurturing creativity and innovation within communities of color through strategic philanthropic investments and initiatives. Our mission revolves around three core principles: enriching communities through education and inspiration, empowering them through advocacy and action, and equipping them with essential resources and networks.
Program accomplishments
- TurnUp RI is a youth and community engagement initiative designed to empower young people through mentorship, leadership development, educational opportunities, arts and cultural programming, and community collaboration. The program promotes positive youth development, civic participation, and creative expression while creating safe and inclusive opportunities for engagement and personal growth throughout Rhode Island.Expenses $45,804
- YESPVD! is a community-based initiative focused on youth empowerment, education, and social impact through collaborative programming and outreach efforts. The program supports underserved youth and communities by providing opportunities for leadership development, mentorship, community engagement, and access to educational and cultural resources that encourage long-term personal and community success.Expenses $35,625
- Rhode Island Black Philanthropy Month is an annual initiative that celebrates and promotes Black philanthropy, cultural awareness, civic engagement, and community leadership throughout Rhode Island. The program convenes community members, nonprofit leaders, artists, educators, and advocates through events, discussions, and partnerships that highlight the importance of equity, collective impact, and investment in underserved communities.Expenses $20,357
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-EZ on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 86-2187647
- 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)
- Philanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations (T70)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $114,401
- Income (IRS master file)
- $132,830
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $132,830 | $135,715 | $114,401 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $112,215 | $91,971 | $117,286 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $145,824 | $62,954 | $97,042 | IRS |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: JUAN WILSON | December 31, 2022 | ≤ $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 86-2187647).
Questions about MUSE FOUNDATION
- What is the EIN of MUSE FOUNDATION?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of MUSE FOUNDATION is 86-2187647.
- Is MUSE FOUNDATION tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2021.
- Are donations to MUSE FOUNDATION tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does MUSE FOUNDATION 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 MUSE FOUNDATION 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 MUSE FOUNDATION last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of MUSE FOUNDATION?
- The 990-N for 2022 names JUAN WILSON.
- Who are the officers and directors of MUSE FOUNDATION?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 4 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $25,500 (Juan Wilson Jr, Founder and Executive Director).
- How much revenue does MUSE FOUNDATION have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $132,830, expenses of $135,715 and total assets of $114,401 at year end.
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