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Nonprofit · EIN 88-2133041

LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC

Tax-exempt · GREENSBORO, NC 27416

Financials

−$2K$5K2024$11K$5K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990-EZ$11,256$5,140$6,116$6,116$0$6,116
December 31, 2024990-EZ-$1,550$5,277-$6,827$0$6,827-$6,827
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$10,756
Program service revenue
$500
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$0
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$2,700
Printing, publications and postage
$600
Other expenses
$1,840
Program services (functional)
$6,796

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$0
Total assets, end of year
$6,116
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$6,116
Cash, savings and investments
$6,116
Gross receipts
$11,256

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.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Tonia StoneyBoard Member10$0
Shawnette HaynesExecutive Director20$0
Krystal JettBoard Member1$0
Akua JacksonBoard Member1$0
Melinda KingBoard Member1$0
Zhani SwailesBoard Member1$0
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 15 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Shawnette HaynesExecutive Director20$0
Akua JacksonBoard Memeber5$0
Tonia StoneyBoard Member5$0
Krystal MimsBoard member2$0
Melinda JamesBoard Memeber5$0
Sade Tillman-SmithProgram Facilitator / Volunteer8$0
Bianca SmithProgram Faciitator / Volunteer8$0
Tyona JacksonVolunteer1$0
Jayden WatkinsVolunteer1$0
Dr Jesse Jai McNeilVolunteer1$0
Deirdre MalloyVolunteer1$0
Dr Teo DunmanVolunteer1$0
Lauryn JonesVolunteer1$0
Patina LassiterVolunteer1$0
Glenvil GregoryVolunteer1$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
PO BOX 16619, GREENSBORO, NC 27416-0619
In care of
% SHAWNETTE HAYNES
Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
16619 Greensboro, Greensboro NC 27406
Principal officer (990-N for 2023)
Shawnette Haynes, 16619, Greensboro NC 27416
Signed the 990-EZ
Shawnette Haynes, Executive Director
Phone
(908) 800-4470

Mission

To support and guide at-risk and opportunity youth, specifically those aging out or aged out of foster care, ages 16-26, by providing and advocating for resources and environments where they can thrive.

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Program Accomplishments -From freshmen stepping in with dreams in their eyes to seniors rising with confidence and clarity, Lotus Village United continues to help young people redefine what is possible for their lives. Through our mentoring program, Real Life University, and our Bridging the Gap: Checking the Pulse Workshop, participants are developing accountability, selfawareness, and future orientationoften for the first time. As one participant from Real Life University at the Rockingham Youth Development Center (YDC) shared: I appreciate Lotus Village for showing me that people can really show up for the greater good. Lotus Village has taught me that who you are and where you came from matter, and not to let anyone tell you different just because of your mistakes. Lotus Village has taught me the meaning of accountability. Youth consistently describe Lotus Village United as a space where they are seen, heard, and challenged to grow. Participants are encouraged to reclaim their stories, reflect honestly on their choices, and envision a different futureone grounded in responsibility, confidence, and purpose. Institutional Impact and Community Validation -Lotus Village Uniteds partnership with Rockingham Youth Development Center demonstrates the programs effectiveness within secure juvenile settings. Facility leadership reports measurable improvements in youth engagement, trust, and selfadvocacy: Their commitment has been lifechanging. Through a structured, relationshipbuilding approach, we have established trust, consistency, and an environment where participants feel heard. The program was designed to foster group engagement and gradually shift toward individualized selfreflection and planning, helping participants feel more confident advocating for themselves during upcoming court appearances. This feedback reinforces what research and practice consistently show: when adults show up consistently, youth respond with courage, honesty, and growth. Outcomes and Indicators of Impact /Increased Mental Health Awareness Across programming, participants demonstrated increased understanding of mental health, emotional wellness, and healing. Interactive learning elements, such as the session Listen to the Heartbeat of Healing helped normalize conversations around mental health while giving youth language to express emotions and stressors. Enhanced SelfExpression and Identity Awareness -Segments including The Visual Effect and Styling with Purpose encouraged youth to think critically about how personal presentation, environment, and identity influence confidence and perception. Participants reported feeling more intentional and empowered in how they express themselves. Career Readiness and Future Orientation -Our Charting Your Path sessions exposed youth to emerging and nontraditional career pathways. Students reported increased motivation to explore future opportunities aligned with their interests, creativity, and values, strengthening their sense of purpose and direction. Positive YouthAdult Relationships -Participants consistently highlighted facilitators authenticity, relatability, and demonstrated care. Feeling respected and heard by adults strengthened trustan essential protective factor for youth impacted by trauma, foster care involvement, and contact with the justice system. Broader Impact and Cost Effectiveness Lotus Village United works directly with some of North Carolinas most vulnerable. Misguided youth face disproportionate risks tied to trauma, instability, and system involvement. Programs like Real Life University are: Relatively lowcost compared to the longterm expenses of incarceration, recidivism, and repeated system involvement Evidenceinformed, aligning with research on trauma, protective factors, and positive youth development. Scalable, with appropriate funding and partnerships, to other counties, facilities, and foster care settings across North Carolina Overall Impact- Participant and partner feedback confirms that Lotus Village Uniteds programming meets its objectives by fostering accountability, selfawareness, emotional wellness, and future readiness. Youth leave with increased confidence, stronger selfidentity, and tangible tools to advocate for themselves and build healthier paths forward.
    Expenses $6,796

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990-EZ on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-EZ on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-N on file

IRS record

EIN
88-2133041
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2022
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990-N (e-Postcard)
Assets (IRS master file)
$6,116
Income (IRS master file)
$11,256

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2025$11,256$5,140$6,116XML
990-EZDecember 2024-$1,550$5,277$0IRS
990-N for 2023
Officer: Shawnette Haynes
December 31, 2023≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2022
Officer: Shawnette Haynes
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 88-2133041).

Questions about LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC

What is the EIN of LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC is 88-2133041.
Is LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2022.
Are donations to LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC file?
Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
When is the next return of LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED 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 LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC 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 LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC?
The 990-N for 2023 names Shawnette Haynes.
Who are the officers and directors of LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 6 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does LOTUS VILLAGE UNITED INC have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $11,256, expenses of $5,140 and total assets of $6,116 at year end.

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