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Nonprofit · EIN 99-0555569

ART SHELF

Tax-exempt · MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55408

Financials

$47K$43K2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of ART SHELF by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990-EZ$47,002$43,183$3,819$3,819–$3,819
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$44,946
Program service revenue
$1,028
Other revenue
$1,028

Expenses

Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$0
Other expenses
$43,183

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$0
Total assets, end of year
$3,819
Total liabilities, end of year
–
Net assets, end of year
$3,819
Cash, savings and investments
$3,819
Gross receipts
$47,002

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, 2024, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Willard MalebearExecutive Chairman20$0
Holly HenningSecretary10$0
Colin CashVice Chairman5$0
Kiley BensonTreasurer3$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
1415 W 35TH ST UNIT C, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55408-4762
In care of
% WILLARD MALEBEAR
Signed the 990-EZ
Willard Malebear, Executive Chairman

Mission

Art Shelf is a nonprofit that provides free access to art supplies studio space and creative programming for individuals and families. Our mission is to remove financial barriers to creativity and support wellness through art by creating an open accessible space where anyone can make art regardless of income or experience. During the year Art Shelf distributed donated art supplies maintained a free community studio and hosted regular creative programming including art nights guided sessions and wellness-focused activities. These programs supported individuals experiencing mental health challenges recovery and life transitions by offering a safe space for expression and connection. Through this work Art Shelf strengthens community supports emotional well-being and increases access to creative resources for underserved populations.

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • Art Shelf hosted community art markets and creative events that provided local artists with opportunities to sell their work and engage with the public. These events also offered free access to art materials and space for attendees to create connect and participate in creative activities. The program supported local artists economically while promoting community engagement and access to the arts.
  • Art Shelf provided free art supplies and open studio access to individuals and families by collecting and redistributing donated materials. This program removed financial barriers to creativity and offered a consistent space for community members to create supporting wellness self-expression and community connection.

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

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026Not on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-EZ on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024Check at the IRS

File the 2025 990-N for ART SHELF

Due May 15, 2026 · e-filed with the IRS by 990.tax, an IRS-authorized e-file provider

IRS record

EIN
99-0555569
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
2024
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990-N (e-Postcard)
Assets (IRS master file)
$3,819
Income (IRS master file)
$47,002

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2024$47,002$43,183$3,819XML

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 99-0555569).

Questions about ART SHELF

What is the EIN of ART SHELF?
The employer identification number (EIN) of ART SHELF is 99-0555569.
Is ART SHELF tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2024.
Are donations to ART SHELF tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does ART SHELF file?
Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
When is the next return of ART SHELF 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 ART SHELF last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2024.
Who are the officers and directors of ART SHELF?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 4 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does ART SHELF have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $47,002, expenses of $43,183 and total assets of $3,819 at year end.

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