Nonprofit · EIN 90-0885599
DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT INC
Also known as DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT
Tax-exempt · LOUISVILLE, KY 40205
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $59,636 | $53,657 | $5,979 | $16,834 | $218 | $16,616 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $45,087 | $70,210 | -$25,123 | $10,717 | $80 | $10,637 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $66,661 | $80,318 | -$13,657 | $36,211 | $451 | $35,760 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $59,635
- Investment income
- $1
Expenses
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $45,498
- Occupancy
- $974
- Printing, publications and postage
- $818
- Other expenses
- $6,367
- Program services (functional)
- $53,657
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $10,717
- Total assets, end of year
- $16,834
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $218
- Net assets, end of year
- $16,616
- Cash, savings and investments
- $16,834
- Gross receipts
- $59,636
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Shepherd | Director | 2 | $0 |
| Sara Nelson | Director | 2 | $0 |
| Roosevelt Smith III | Director | 2 | $0 |
| Luanne Stiles | Vice President | 4 | $0 |
| Deborah Denenfeld | Executive Dir. | 30 | $0 |
| Sandra Vera | Director | 2 | $0 |
| Kristina Sosa | Treasurer | 4 | $0 |
| Nikki Herbst | President | 4 | $0 |
| Helen White | Secretary | 2 | $0 |
| Shafonia Johnson | Director | 3 | $0 |
| Ezekiel Hand | Director | 2 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 12 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Shepherd | Director | 4 | $0 |
| Sara Nelson | Secretary | 2 | $0 |
| Roosevelt Smith III | Director | 2 | $0 |
| Luanne Stiles | Vice President | 3 | $0 |
| Deborah Denenfeld | Executive Dir. | 30 | $0 |
| Sandra Vera | Director | 2 | $0 |
| Kristina Sosa | Treasurer | 4 | $0 |
| Nikki Herbst | President | 0 | $0 |
| Helen White | Secretary | 0 | $0 |
| Shafonia Johnson | Director | 0 | $0 |
| Ezekiel Hand | Director | 0 | $0 |
| Chrissy Fowler | Director | 0 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 7 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Dalsemer | President | 2 | $0 |
| Kenneth Shepherd | Treasurer | 4 | $0 |
| Sara Nelson | Secretary | 3 | $0 |
| Roosevelt Smith III | Director | 2 | $0 |
| Luanne Stiles | Director | 3 | $0 |
| Deborah Denenfeld | Executive Dir. | 30 | $0 |
| Sandra Vera | Director | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 3044 BARDSTOWN ROAD 231, LOUISVILLE, KY 40205-3020
- Mailing address (990-N for 2020)
- 1355 Bardstown Rd Suite 134, Louisville KY 40204
- Principal officer (990-N for 2020)
- Deborah Denenfeld, 1355 Bardstown Rd Suite 134, Louisville KY 40204
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Deborah Denenfeld, Executive Director
- Phone
- (502) 889-6584
- Website
- www.DancingWell.org
- Return prepared by
- SHARP - HORNEK BOOKKEEPING SERVICES INC-QB Accoun
Mission
Dancing Well: The Soldier Project works to restore and maintain the well-being of veterans and families affected by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD and / or brain injury.
Program accomplishments
- Mission: Dancing Well: The Soldier Project works to restore and maintain, through community dance, the well-being of Veterans and families affected by PTSD and/or brain injury. Vision: We actively work towards a world where Veterans affected by PTSD and/or brain injury heal and thrive, together with their families, loved ones, and the larger community. This work is primarily focused on the interpersonal connection and community engendered through people dancing together. Over the past 12 years we have provided 5,909 hours of engagement including community dance events, group outings, and one-on-one support between dances via visits, phone calls, and email and text messages. Online Videos: 104,848 views of Facebook Live Deborahs Dance Party videos featuring dance, relaxation, and song all supporting Veteran wellness (over 160 sessions). Created during pandemic to fight isolation and bring the benefits of Dancing Well into the home. These videos are now being migrated to a YouTube channel for future viewing. Community Dance Experiences: In 2025 we presented 12 90-minute Events serving 148 Veterans with PTSD or brain injury, other Veterans and loved ones, involving 158 volunteers. Strengthened and New Partnerships: We made connections with other Veteran service organizations, arts organizations and VA medical/clinical staff. Relationship with the VA: Finalized a new relationship with the VA Whole Health Initiative cemented by holding three dance events at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center, which were very well received. Leadership Training Review Process: We obtained more input from Veterans and loved ones and identified new important areas for development. Personal Support to Veterans and Families: We utilized Veteran assistance to help address emotional needs of participants. Providing contact between dance events through visits, outings, phone calls and texts we supported several families through major life changes, including the death of one of our Veterans who was a regular attendee. Survey Instrument and Assessment Procedures to improve DW programs: Survey results: Outcomes showed high levels of engagement, satisfaction and social connection for both Veterans and loved ones at DW events. 100% of Veterans with PTSD or brain injury: Felt engaged with activities Felt engaged with other participants Found the program fun Felt welcome Felt they belonged Felt a sense of community from being with other Veterans/loved ones at DW Felt freedom to express themselves Felt open to socializing with others at DW Are Very Likely to participate in another DW event Would recommend the program to others Diverse Community: Our attendees now include many ages, races, cultures, and philosophies peacefully gathering to dance and socialize. We regularly welcome Veterans who are blind, deaf, use a walker or cane, use oxygen or have other special considerations. Some dance, some watch, enjoy the music and socialize.Expenses $53,657
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
- 90-0885599
- 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
- 2018
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Human services (P20)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $16,834
- Income (IRS master file)
- $59,636
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $59,636 | $53,657 | $16,834 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $45,087 | $70,210 | $10,717 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $66,661 | $80,318 | $36,211 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: Deborah Denenfeld | December 31, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2019 Officer: Deborah Denenfeld | December 31, 2019 | ≤ $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 90-0885599).
Questions about DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT INC
- What is the EIN of DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT INC is 90-0885599.
- Is DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2018.
- Are donations to DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT 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 DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT 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 DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT 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 DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT INC?
- The 990-N for 2020 names Deborah Denenfeld.
- Who are the officers and directors of DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT INC?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 11 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does DANCING WELL THE SOLDIER PROJECT INC have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $59,636, expenses of $53,657 and total assets of $16,834 at year end.
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