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Nonprofit · EIN 88-1898207

VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Tax-exempt · DULUTH, GA 30097

Financials

$47K$45K2023$148K$158K2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
May 31, 2025990-EZ$147,587$158,190-$10,603$13,903$9,795$4,108
May 31, 2024990-EZ$47,179$44,948$2,231$24,870$10,160$14,710
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$146,462
Program service revenue
$1,125

Expenses

Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$0
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$95,427
Other expenses
$62,763
Program services (functional)
$127,674

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$24,871
Total assets, end of year
$13,903
Total liabilities, end of year
$9,795
Net assets, end of year
$4,108
Cash, savings and investments
$11,738
Gross receipts
$147,587

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, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Hilliard V CastillaCEO2$0
Gino Brogdon SrTrustee1$0
Glen D Spencer JrTrustee1$0
Chris StewartTrustee1$0
Alveno Castilla Esq CPATreasurer1$0
990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2024: 8 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Hilliard V CastillaCEO0$0
Gino Brogdon SrChairman0$0
Sharon D GuestTrustee0$0
Dr M Alicia Bennett NCSPSecretary0$0
Dr Glen D Spencer JrTrustee0$0
Teresa Bell MBATrustee0$0
Chris Stewart EsqTrustee0$0
Alveno Castilla Esq CPATreasurer0$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
2615 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD J207, DULUTH, GA 30097-7902
In care of
% HILLIARD CASTILLA
Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
2615 Peachtree Industrial Blvd SteJ, Duluth GA 30097
Principal officer (990-N for 2023)
Felicia Momon, 161 Old Alcovy Rd, Covington GA 30014
Signed the 990-EZ
Hilliard V Castilla, CEO
Phone
(404) 490-1659
Return prepared by
Felicia McCullough LLC

Mission

We empower underserved and overlooked high school students by equipping and inspiring them to reach their full potential.

990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • The Vanguard Leadership Academy Summer Leadership Intensive is an immersive program that transforms high school students into confi dent, capable leaders. Rooted in four foundational pillars; holistic education, increasing awareness, instilling confi dence, and fostering community, this program equips students with both the mindset and skillset to succeed in every area of life. Over the course of the intensive, students participate in a wide range of interactive experiences, including: ? Leadership Development ? Exploring leadership styles and discovering their unique superpowers as leaders ? Practicing professional etiquette and networking skills to prepare for real-world opportunities ? Building emotional intelligence and learning to navigate relationships with empathy and awareness ? Strengthening resilience and focus through mindfulness practices ? Personal Growth & Teamwork ? Collaborative team projects that challenge students to apply leadership principles in real-world problem-solving ? Small group mentoring with professionals, community leaders, and VLA alumni who model leadership in action ? Guided sessions to set goals, increase self-awareness, and build confi dence ? Literacy Initiatives ? An interactive, hands-on Financial Literacy Store, where students learn the principles of money management, budgeting, and responsible decision-making through engaging real-life scenarios ? A daily Word of the Day video series, introducing new vocabulary with synonyms and antonyms through a Word Multiplier system that expands students vocabulary quickly and effectively over the course of just a few weeks
    Expenses $95,980
  • The Youth Ambassador Leadership Program (YALP) is a year-round initiative that prepares high school students to serve as leaders, advocates, and representatives of VLA in their schools and communities. Ambassadors are carefully selected for their commitment to growth, service, and leadership potential. Throughout the program, they: ? Mentor & Model Leadership Serve as youth mentors and role models to the Summer Leadership Intensive (SLI) cohort, offering guidance, encouragement, and peer-to-peer support. ? Facilitate Workshops Actively participate in delivering Youth Leadership Workshops in schools, community centers, and churches, gaining real facilitation experience while inspiring other students. ? Represent VLA Publicly Represent Vanguard at community events, conferences, and school programs, amplifying the Academys mission and vision. ? Lead Service & Team Projects Design and implement projects that address real community challenges. ? Grow as Leaders Receive advanced training in communication, public speaking, emotional intelligence, civic responsibility, and networking. ? Build Networks Engage with professionals, community leaders, and peers to expand their influence and opportunities.
    Expenses $31,694

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 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, 2025990-EZ on file
2023May 31, 2024October 15, 2024990-EZ on file

File the 2025 990-EZ for VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

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

IRS record

EIN
88-1898207
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
2022
Accounting year ends
May
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$13,903
Income (IRS master file)
$147,587

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZMay 2025$147,587$158,190$13,903XML
990-EZMay 2024$47,179$44,948$24,870XML
990-N for 2023
Officer: Felicia Momon
December 31, 2023≤ $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 88-1898207).

Questions about VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

What is the EIN of VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY?
The employer identification number (EIN) of VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY is 88-1898207.
Is VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2022.
Are donations to VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 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 VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 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 VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended May 2025.
Who is the principal officer of VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY?
The 990-N for 2023 names Felicia Momon.
Who are the officers and directors of VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY?
The 990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2025 lists 5 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $147,587, expenses of $158,190 and total assets of $13,903 at year end.

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