Nonprofit · EIN 95-4445418
FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC
Tax-exempt · OXNARD, CA 93035
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $8,534,341 | $7,580,397 | $953,944 | $2,171,199 | $441,930 | $1,729,269 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $6,305,718 | $6,256,379 | $49,339 | $1,979,960 | $569,792 | $1,410,168 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $8,526,673
- of which government grants
- $100,000
- Program service revenue
- $6,696
- Investment income
- $972
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $7,143,346
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $36,381
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $40,240
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $663
- Accounting fees
- $18,963
- Occupancy
- $7,186
- Travel
- -$5,694
- Depreciation
- $13,384
- Program services (functional)
- $7,356,122
- Management and general (functional)
- $158,777
- Fundraising (functional)
- $65,498
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $1,979,960
- Total assets, end of year
- $2,171,199
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $441,930
- Net assets, end of year
- $1,729,269
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $8,070
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $1,205,454
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $523,815
- Gross receipts
- $8,534,341
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 3
- Year formed
- 2000
- 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, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAROLE JOYCE | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 35 | $22,100 | $14,281 |
| CAROLE DEAN | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer, Key employee | 40 | $5,900 | $18,274 |
| RICHARD KAUFMAN | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 15 | $0 | $2,044 |
| LORI PYE | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| MARGARITA SWEET | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 3 | $0 | $0 |
| NAHEED ISMAIL | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 3 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 6 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAROLE JOYCE | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 35 | $22,761 |
| CAROLE DEAN | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer, Key employee | 40 | $0 |
| LORI PYE | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| RICHARD KAUFMAN | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 15 | $0 |
| MARGARITA SWEET | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| NAHEED ISMAIL | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 1013 HARBOR BLVD, OXNARD, CA 93035-1131
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Carole Dean, 1013 Harbor Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93035
- Signed the 990
- Carole Dean, President
- Phone
- (805) 984-0098
- Return prepared by
- HEBELER ACCOUNTANCY CORPORATION
California records
California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 95-4445418 or by the name FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC.
- 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
From the Heart is dedicated to helping independent filmmakers create and complete films that make a difference in the world. Through fiscal sponsorship, film grants, education, mentorship, and community support.
Program accomplishments
- FISCAL SPONSORSHIP in 2024 continued to expand its service and impact within the filmmaking community to hundreds of independent film projects enabling filmmakers to raise millions of dollars through grants, crowdfunding, and private donations. These projects reflect diverse voices and socially relevant stories from around the world.Expenses $7,292,604 · grants $23,548 · revenue $4,491,745
- FILMAKER GRANTS program awarded thousands of dollars in cash and in-kind services to emerging and established filmmakers committed to producing stories of social, cultural, and humanitarian value. Four grants were awarded to exceptional filmmakers whose work embodies stories that uplift and inspire. For a list of these awardees please visit this site: https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/Expenses $31,518 · grants $6,674
- EDUCATAIONAL PROGRAMS, WORKSHOPS and PODCASTS These programs trained filmmakers in funding, producing, distribution, and media relations, empowering them to secure financing and successfully complete their films. Carole Dean taught 25 Film Funding Guidance Classes exclusively for their fiscally sponsored filmmakers, providing practical strategies to help them secure funding and bring their films to completion. 25 new podcast episodes in 2024, featuring filmmakers, producers, and industry professionals reaching thousands of listeners worldwide.Expenses $32,000 · revenue $3,934,927
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 | Not on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 95-4445418
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1993
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A34)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $2,171,199
- Income (IRS master file)
- $8,534,341
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $8,534,341 | $7,580,397 | $2,171,199 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2023 | $6,305,718 | $6,256,379 | $1,979,960 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $7,239,074 | $7,217,616 | $1,857,093 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2017 | – | – | – | IRS |
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 95-4445418).
Questions about FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC
- What is the EIN of FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC is 95-4445418.
- Is FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1993.
- Are donations to FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS 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 FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
- Who is the principal officer of FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Carole Dean.
- Who are the officers and directors of FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 6 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $22,100 (CAROLE JOYCE, DIRECTOR).
- How much revenue does FROM THE HEART PRODUCTIONS INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $8,534,341, expenses of $7,580,397 and total assets of $2,171,199 at year end.
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