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Nonprofit · EIN 92-3183105

BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE

Tax-exempt · BELLINGHAM, WA 98228

Financials

$209K$115K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
April 30, 2026990$209,432$114,635$94,797$140,890$0$140,890
Financial details: 990 for the year ended April 30, 2026

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$209,199
of which government grants
$10,000
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$233
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fundraising fees
$15,000
Occupancy
$22,448
Program services (functional)
$83,740
Management and general (functional)
$15,855
Fundraising (functional)
$15,040

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$46,093
Total assets, end of year
$140,890
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$140,890
Net assets without donor restrictions
$85,946
Net assets with donor restrictions
$54,944
Gross receipts
$209,432
Employees
0
Volunteers
130
Year formed
2023
State of legal domicile
WA

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 April 30, 2026, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Connie GabeleinBoard Treasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
15$0
Paris ColemanBoard President
Trustee or director, Officer
6$0
Michelle HarmeierBoard Secretary
Trustee or director, Officer
30$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
PO BOX 30314, BELLINGHAM, WA 98228-2314
In care of
% MICHELLE HARMEIER
Mailing address (990-N for 2024)
PO Box 30314, BELLINGHAM WA 98228
Principal officer (990 for 2025)
Michelle Harmeier, PO Box 30314, Bellingham, WA 98228
Principal officer (990-N for 2024)
Constance Ohana, 3745 BEAZER RD, BELLINGHAM WA 98225
Signed the 990
Connie Gabelein, Board Treasurer
Phone
(360) 230-8637

Mission

Bellingham Queer Collective builds community and support for LGBTQIA+ individuals through inclusive programs affirming spaces and collective care while intentionally working to expand access and equity across diverse and marginalized communities.

990 for the year ended April 30, 2026

Program accomplishments

  • WELLNESS PROGRAM: We partner with community providers to bring free support to those whove historically been excluded from health and wellness systems. These activities include support groups facilitated by queer-competent trauma-informed mental health providers mindfulness and meditation classes group health and well-being coaching workshops and events led by wellness experts and volunteer-led wellness affinity groups.
    Expenses $29,614
  • BQC CENTER: Our downtown Bellingham community center is a free affirming third space for LGBTQIA+ adults ages 18 and older-a place outside of home and work where people can gather build relationships access resources participate in programs and simply be themselves. Since opening in June 2024 the BQC Community Center has grown into a vibrant hub for LGBTQIA+ community life in Whatcom County. BQC is the first and only nonprofit LGBTQIA+ community center between Seattle and Canada providing a unique and vital resource for LGBTQIA+ individuals throughout the region.
    Expenses $28,898
  • VOLUNTEER PROGRAM: When people feel connected they are better equipped to navigate lifes challenges. Social connection supports emotional resilience reduces loneliness builds confidence and creates opportunities for people to become leaders volunteers mentors and advocates within their communities. We believe that belonging is preventative care-and that investing in connection today helps build healthier more resilient communities tomorrow. Every volunteer opportunity is intentionally designed to strengthen social health and wellness. We create opportunities for people to build trusted relationships develop support networks and experience the everyday moments of connection that make communities stronger.
    Expenses $22,902
  • AFFINITY GROUPS: Affinity Groups are a wonderful way to connect with the queer community based on common interests or shared identities. They are facilitated by a team of volunteer leaders are free and meet monthly or more often at the BQC Center.
    Expenses $2,250
  • GENERATIONS OF PRIDE: Generations of Pride is our monthly intergenerational community dinner that BQC hosts collaboratively with LGBTQIA+ Western and PFLAG Whatcom Bellingham. Generations of Pride brings LGBTQIA+ people and allies together on the last Wednesday of each month for a free catered dinner. Each gathering includes a discussion topic and small-group breakouts designed to foster connection across generations.
    Expenses $76

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

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025April 30, 2026September 15, 2026990 on file
2024April 30, 2025September 15, 2025990-N on file
2023April 30, 2024September 16, 2024990-N on file

File the 2026 990-N for BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE

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

IRS record

EIN
92-3183105
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
April
Files
Form 990-N (e-Postcard)

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990April 2026$209,432$114,635$140,890XML
990-N for 2024
Officer: Constance Ohana
April 30, 2025≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2023April 30, 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 92-3183105).

Questions about BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE

What is the EIN of BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE?
The employer identification number (EIN) of BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE is 92-3183105.
Is BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2023.
Are donations to BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE file?
Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
When is the next return of BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE due?
The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending April 30, 2027) is due September 15, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended April 2026.
Who is the principal officer of BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE?
The 990 for the year ended April 30, 2026 names Michelle Harmeier.
Who are the officers and directors of BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE?
The 990 for the year ended April 30, 2026 lists 3 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does BELLINGHAM QUEER COLLECTIVE have?
On its 990 for the year ended April 30, 2026 it reported revenue of $209,432, expenses of $114,635 and total assets of $140,890 at year end.

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