Nonprofit · EIN 91-6058318
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF WASHINGTON
Also known as 5785 JAMES E ROSSELOT
Tax-exempt · KENNEWICK, WA 99336
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $61,040 | $23,390 | $37,650 | $171,353 | – | $171,353 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $14,532
- Program service revenue
- $12,655
- Investment income
- $3,022
- Net income from fundraising events
- $30,831
Expenses
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Occupancy
- $6,814
- Other expenses
- $16,576
- Program services (functional)
- $10,758
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $133,703
- Total assets, end of year
- $171,353
- Total liabilities, end of year
- –
- Net assets, end of year
- $171,353
- Cash, savings and investments
- $171,353
- Gross receipts
- $76,423
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RICK TYRRELL | POST COMMANDER | 5 | $0 |
| CHUCK FORRESTER | QUARTERMASTER | 15 | $0 |
| JAMES WITT | SR VICE COMMAND | 8 | $0 |
| DON WICKS | JR VC COMMAND | 3 | $0 |
| ZAC SCHRADER | 3 YR TRUSTEE | 2 | $0 |
| MIKE DOTSON | 2 YR TRUSTEE | 2 | $0 |
| FRANKLIN MYERS | 1 YR TRUSTEE | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 28 E 10TH AVE, KENNEWICK, WA 99336-6409
- In care of
- % BOB FAILOR
- Mailing address (990-N for 2024)
- 28 East 10th Avenue, Kennewick WA 99336
- Principal officer (990-N for 2024)
- Bob Failor, 2702 West 15th Place, Kennewick WA 99337
- Signed the 990-EZ
- CHUCK FORRESTER, QUARTERMASTER
- Phone
- (509) 396-3148
- Website
- VFW5785.org
- Return prepared by
- Tayler MW Welch EA
Mission
The purpose of this corporation shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, and educational, to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members, to assist worthy comrades, to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead, and to assist their widow and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws; to foster true patriotism; to maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom and to preserve and defend the United States from her enemies whomsoever.
Program accomplishments
- POST RELIEF INCLUDES POPPY CAMPAIGNS, WREATHS ACROSS AMERICAN AND OTHER RELIEF ACTIVITIES.Usually one but sometimes two Poppy campaigns throughout the year. All money raised by the Poppy campaign goes directly to the relief fund. Last year we held one major campaign for two days at the Yokes in Kennewick and Yokes in Pasco. The Auxiliary also holds one event per year. Their last event was in November. We also took advantage to perform some smaller Poppy events at the Veteran Standdown event in November and other information booth activities at the Convention Center.Wreaths across America campaign provided approximately 120 wreaths for 120 veterans graves in November and December.For Relief activities we provided $500 to Columbia Basin Vet Center to help a Veteran in need, $600 for the two Parades we supported (Benton Franklin Fair Parade and Regional Veterans Parade). We also provided $750 directly to a Veteran in need and another $1000 to a Veteran in need. We also provided $100 to the VFW National Home.Expenses $5,852
- YOUTH FUND - Our VOICE OF DEMOCRACY campaign is awarded in November. This year we provided $1000 to the first place winner, $800 to second place, and $500 to third place. We also funded $225 to the Auxiliary to support their Youth Essays. We provided $500 to the Columbia River Young Marines. The Post now provides sponsorships of $1000 to the Hanford High JROTC, $1000 to the Kennewick High JROTC, $1000 to the Tri-City Young Marines, and $1000 to the Columbia River Young Marines. This is to support our commitment to the Youth in our community.Expenses $2,893
- HONOR GUARD - The Post conducts approximately two funerals per week (100 per year). Those events require ceremonial rounds that are provided to the deceased family. We also spend funds to outfit the Honor Guard which includes shirts, patches, coats, brass, belt, hat and ceremonial gear.Expenses $2,013
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-N on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-N on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 91-6058318
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(19): Veterans' organization
- Exempt since
- 1981
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $171,353
- Income (IRS master file)
- $76,423
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $61,040 | $23,390 | $171,353 | IRS |
| 990-N for 2024 Officer: Bob Failor | December 31, 2024 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2023 Officer: Bob Failor | December 31, 2023 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: Bob Failor | December 31, 2022 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: Bob Failor | December 31, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2018 Officer: Bob Failor | December 31, 2018 | ≤ $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 91-6058318).
Questions about VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF WASHINGTON
- What is the EIN of VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF WASHINGTON?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF WASHINGTON is 91-6058318.
- Is VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF WASHINGTON tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(19) since 1981.
- Which annual return does VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF WASHINGTON 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 VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF WASHINGTON 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 VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF WASHINGTON 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 VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF WASHINGTON?
- The 990-N for 2024 names Bob Failor.
- Who are the officers and directors of VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF WASHINGTON?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 7 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPT OF WASHINGTON have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $61,040, expenses of $23,390 and total assets of $171,353 at year end.
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