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Nonprofit · EIN 99-2542848

LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC

Tax-exempt · MERIDIAN, ID 83642

Financials

$70K$50K2024$170K$157K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990-EZ$169,843$156,794$13,049$25,356$1,832$23,524
December 31, 2024990-EZ (amended)$70,057$50,005$20,052$20,053$9,578$10,475
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$106,843
Membership dues
$63,000
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$15,697
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$116,969
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$131,719
Occupancy
$5,225
Printing, publications and postage
$4,153
Program services (functional)
$3,500

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$20,053
Total assets, end of year
$25,356
Total liabilities, end of year
$1,832
Net assets, end of year
$23,524
Cash, savings and investments
$25,356
Gross receipts
$169,843

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.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Luis RamirezDirector40$61,273
Nestor OsorioDirector40$55,696
Daurys MaestreDirector10$0
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 3 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Nestor OsorioDirector40$22,697
Luis RamirezDirector40$21,314
Daurys MaestreDirector5$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
3313 W CHERRY LANE SUITE 625, MERIDIAN, ID 83642-1119
Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
4879 w quaker Ridge st, MERIDIAN ID 83642
Principal officer (990-N for 2023)
Luis Ramirez, 4879 w quaker Ridge st, MERIDIAN ID 83642
Signed the 990-EZ
Luis Ramirez, Director
Phone
(725) 577-2577

Mission

This association is organized exclusively for charitable, educational and scientific purposes, and the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (or the corresponding section of any future United States Internal Revenue law). Chief among the purposes for which the corporation is organized and operated is to provide help, support and/or social assistance to immigrants regarding the rights and responsibilities for their satisfactory adaptation and integration into American civic culture.

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Program that provides help, support, and social assistance to low-income immigrants related to incorporation into American life, creating a sustainable, and growing pathway for them to become positive contributors to society. At Light of Hope, our desire to contribute towards making the world a better place drives us. We have taken part in a wide range of activities that empower immigrants. We strive to build productive relationships and make a positive impact through all our efforts. We help low-income immigrants residing in the United States who need support finding the best option to support give them social assistance. Integration into American Life and Labor Market, during this phase, we facilitate your integration into the American system and job market, establishing a robust and sustainable path forward. Our support spans from practical tasks such as helping and educate them about how to get driver's license and opening bank accounts, to more comprehensive assistance like job placement, educational workshops on rights and responsibilities, financial planning seminars education emphasizing tax compliance, and guidance on vehicle acquisition or business establishment. Financial Planning and Long-Term Stability, In the final stage, we assist low-income immigrants in financial and tax planning to foster a prosperous future and secure a peaceful retirement. Beneficiaries gain access to services including business startup support, tax education, and guidance on housing acquisition using real state agents that can help them supported by a realtor versed in financing and credit options. This structured approach aims to empower individuals with the tools and knowledge necessary for successful integration and long-term stability within the American society and economy.
    Expenses $3,500 · grants $3,500

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 yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990-EZ on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-EZ on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-N on file

File the 2026 990-EZ for LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC

Due May 17, 2027 · e-filed with the IRS by 990.tax, an IRS-authorized e-file provider

IRS record

EIN
99-2542848
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
2024
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$25,356
Income (IRS master file)
$169,843

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2025$169,843$156,794$25,356IRS
990-EZDecember 2024$70,057$50,005$20,053XML
990-N for 2023
Officer: Luis Ramirez
December 31, 2023≤ $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 99-2542848).

Questions about LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC

What is the EIN of LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC is 99-2542848.
Is LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2024.
Are donations to LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT 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 LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC 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 LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC 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 LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC?
The 990-N for 2023 names Luis Ramirez.
Who are the officers and directors of LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 3 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $61,273 (Luis Ramirez, Director).
How much revenue does LIGHT OF HOPE FOR THE IMMIGRANT INC have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $169,843, expenses of $156,794 and total assets of $25,356 at year end.

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