Nonprofit · EIN 88-4183627
BIG BAD PROJECT
Tax-exempt · LOS ANGELES, CA 90010
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $67,098 | $36,489 | $30,609 | $83,797 | $0 | $83,797 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $48,929 | $21,841 | $27,088 | $27,463 | – | $27,463 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $27,905 | $7,214 | $20,691 | $20,691 | – | $20,691 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $66,000
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $1,098
- 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 fundraising fees
- $0
- Occupancy
- $19,368
- Program services (functional)
- $29,316
- Management and general (functional)
- $7,173
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $27,463
- Total assets, end of year
- $83,797
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $83,797
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $898
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $82,899
- Gross receipts
- $67,098
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 7
- Year formed
- 2022
- 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, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaunna Costicov-McCombe | Executive Director Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $0 |
| Alex Scheppke | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Sarah Seay | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Aimee Scheppke | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 3 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaunna Costicov-McCombe | President and Executive Director | 40 | $0 |
| Aimee Beckwith | Treasurer | 2 | $0 |
| Sarah Seay | Secretary | 2 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 3 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaunna Costicov-McCombe | President and Executive Director | 30 | $0 |
| Aimee Beckwith | Treasurer | 2 | $0 |
| Sarah Seay | Secretary | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 3680 WILSHIRE BLVD STE P04 PMB 1466, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010-2709
- In care of
- % SHAUNNA COSTICOV MCCOMBE
- Mailing address (990-N for 2022)
- 3680 Wilshire Blvd Suite P04 1466, Los Angeles CA 90010
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Shaunna Costicov-McCombe, 3680 WILSHIRE BLVD, STE P04 1466, Los Angeles, CA 90010
- Principal officer (990-N for 2022)
- Shaunna Costicov-McCombe, 5116 North Raceway Road, Indianapolis IN 46234
- Signed the 990
- Shaunna Costicov McCombe, The Big Bad Project
- Phone
- (323) 645-0566
- Website
- www.thebigbadproject.org
California records
California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 88-4183627 or by the name BIG BAD PROJECT.
- 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
The Big Bad Project promotes coexistence between people and wildlife through storytelling research and education that reshape public perception inform decision making and support more sustainable relationships with wild species and ecosystems.
Program accomplishments
- Aerial Allies Program: The Big Bad Project supports nonlethal wildlife conflict mitigation by funding and advancing research on drone-based hazing techniques in partnership with USDA Wildlife Services. The program supports field research data collection and evaluation of unmanned aerial systems as deterrents to reduce livestock predation. Through financial support and program coordination Aerial Allies contributes to evidence-based strategies that reduce conflict while minimizing harm to wildlife. During the reporting period the organization raised 60,000 for this program; funds have been committed through a formal service agreement with USDA Wildlife Services and are drawn down by the agency as approved expenses are incurred.Expenses $27,237 · grants $60,000
- Rewriting the Wild Program: The Big Bad Project is developing Rewriting the Wild a storytelling and education program designed to reshape how wildlife particularly predators are portrayed and understood through narrative. The program engages students and writers in critical analysis and creative writing to challenge harmful or outdated representations and promote more accurate coexistence-focused perspectives. The program is currently in development with an official launch planned for 2026 to 2027. During the reporting period pilot activities and expert consultation were conducted to refine program structure curriculum and delivery for greater impact. The organization was awarded 5,000 in late 2025 to support program implementation with funds designated for use during the 2026 program year.Expenses $937 · grants $5,000
- Community Education and Outreach: The Big Bad Project conducts community education and outreach activities to increase public understanding of wildlife and promote coexistence. These efforts include participation in community events tabling engagements and informal educational programming designed to engage diverse audiences. Through direct public interaction the organization provides accessible evidence-based information about wildlife addresses common misconceptions and fosters informed responsible perspectives on human and wildlife interactions.Expenses $1,142
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-EZ on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 88-4183627
- 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
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Animal-related (D99)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $83,797
- Income (IRS master file)
- $67,098
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $67,098 | $36,489 | $83,797 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $48,929 | $21,841 | $27,463 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $27,905 | $7,214 | $20,691 | XML |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: Shaunna Costicov-McCombe | 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 88-4183627).
Questions about BIG BAD PROJECT
- What is the EIN of BIG BAD PROJECT?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of BIG BAD PROJECT is 88-4183627.
- Is BIG BAD PROJECT tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2022.
- Are donations to BIG BAD PROJECT tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does BIG BAD PROJECT 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 BIG BAD PROJECT 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 BIG BAD PROJECT 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 BIG BAD PROJECT?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Shaunna Costicov-McCombe.
- Who are the officers and directors of BIG BAD PROJECT?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 4 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does BIG BAD PROJECT have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $67,098, expenses of $36,489 and total assets of $83,797 at year end.
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