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Nonprofit · EIN 92-0587287

PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN

Also known as PDDBM

Tax-exempt · VANCOUVER, WA 98661

Financials

$104K$107K2024$55K$56K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
January 31, 2026990-EZ$54,831$56,459-$1,628$17,652$13,744$3,908
December 31, 2024990-EZ$104,326$107,375-$3,049$7,794$0$7,794
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended January 31, 2026

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$31,881
Program service revenue
$22,950
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
Other expenses
$56,459
Program services (functional)
$31,246

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$17,787
Total assets, end of year
$17,652
Total liabilities, end of year
$13,744
Net assets, end of year
$3,908
Cash, savings and investments
$6,350
Gross receipts
$54,831

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 January 31, 2026, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Ruby LewisChairwoman and President40$0
Marcella LeonardTreasurer20$0
Deborah SteenSecretary2$0
Theresa JohnsonResource Research Specialist1$0
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 5 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Ruby LewisChairwoman and President60$4,000
Marcella LeonardTreasurer40$0
Deborah SteenSecretary3$0
Theresa JohnsonResource Research Specialist1$0
DeAnegela JonesAssistant Secretary1$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
2700 CAPLES AVE NUM 3278, VANCOUVER, WA 98661-6100
In care of
% MARCELA LEONARD AND RUBY N LEWIS
Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
2700 Caples Avenue NUM 3278, Vancouver WA 98661
Principal officer (990-N for 2023)
Ruby Lewis, 2700 Caples Avenue NUM 3278, Vancouver WA 98661
Signed the 990-EZ
Ruby Lewis, Chairwoman and President
Phone
(360) 241-4479

Mission

PDDBM's primary exempt purpose is to provide charitable and educational programs that empower and uplift African American and other underserved youth. The organization delivers free afterschool programs in fashion design, filmmaking, and journalism that build creative, technical, and professional skills. PDDBM also hosts cultural and educational community events that promote historical awareness, leadership development, mentorship, and economic self-sufficiency for children and families in underserved communities.

990-EZ for the year ended January 31, 2026

Program accomplishments

  • PDDBM provided free afterschool programs in fashion design, filmmaking, and journalism serving over 40 middle and high school students. The Fashion Design Program taught design principles, garment construction concepts, and entrepreneurship skills, culminating in student participation in the Black History Month Fashion Show. The Film Program guided students in writing, directing, and editing short films, providing hands-on media production experience. The Journalism Program produced digital and print issues of PROUD Magazine featuring student-written articles, interviews, photography, and community stories. Programs emphasized mentorship, leadership development, cultural education, and workforce readiness. Programs were supported in part by state reimbursement grants from the Washington Department of Commerce.
    Expenses $21,872
  • PDDBM hosted community cultural education events including the Black History Month Fashion Show and Kwanzaa Celebration, engaging over 400 attendees. The Black History Month Fashion Show featured student and community designers, educational exhibits highlighting African American history in fashion, and cultural performances. The Kwanzaa Celebration included drumming, storytelling, performances, and educational programming on the seven principles of Kwanzaa. These events promoted cultural awareness, historical education, intergenerational engagement, and community connection within underserved communities.
    Expenses $6,249
  • PDDBM conducted youth mentorship and community outreach initiatives serving more than 100 individuals through educational workshops, leadership development sessions, and community engagement activities. Programs focused on economic empowerment, cultural education, media literacy, entrepreneurship, and personal development. Mentorship initiatives connected youth with professionals and community leaders to promote academic achievement, career exploration, and self-sufficiency. These outreach efforts expanded access to educational resources and strengthened community networks.
    Expenses $3,125

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 January, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025January 31, 2026June 15, 2026990-EZ on file
2024January 31, 2025June 16, 2025Check at the IRS
2023January 31, 2024June 17, 2024990-N on file

File the 2026 990-EZ for PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN

Due June 15, 2027 · e-filed with the IRS by 990.tax, an IRS-authorized e-file provider

IRS record

EIN
92-0587287
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
2023
Accounting year ends
January
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$17,652
Income (IRS master file)
$54,831

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZJanuary 2026$54,831$56,459$17,652XML
990-EZDecember 2024$104,326$107,375$7,794XML
990-N for 2023
Officer: Ruby Lewis
January 31, 2024≤ $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 92-0587287).

Questions about PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN

What is the EIN of PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN?
The employer identification number (EIN) of PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN is 92-0587287.
Is PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2023.
Are donations to PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN 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 PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN due?
The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending January 31, 2027) is due June 15, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended January 2026.
Who is the principal officer of PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN?
The 990-N for 2023 names Ruby Lewis.
Who are the officers and directors of PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN?
The 990-EZ for the year ended January 31, 2026 lists 4 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does PLEASE DONT DIE BLACK MEN have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended January 31, 2026 it reported revenue of $54,831, expenses of $56,459 and total assets of $17,652 at year end.

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