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Nonprofit · EIN 99-4370285

SPARK FOUNDATION

Tax-exempt · COLUMBIA, MD 21045

Financials

$3K$3K2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of SPARK FOUNDATION by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990-EZ$2,650$2,666-$16$2,653$0-$16
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$2,250
Program service revenue
$400
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
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$128
Other expenses
$2,538
Program services (functional)
$1,671

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$0
Total assets, end of year
$2,653
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
-$16
Cash, savings and investments
$2,653
Gross receipts
$2,650

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
Teddy AitkinsExecutive Director30$0
Nicole AitkinsBoard Chair25$0
Carla HernandezGrants and Business Advisor3$0
Manuel HernandexBusiness Advisor4$0
Devin WiliamsProgram Director3$0
John KwafoFundraising and Development Director2$0
Alana RosairoFundraising2$0
Eliza ChangMarketing Director2$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
9466 PINECONE ROW, COLUMBIA, MD 21045-3223
Mailing address (990-N for 2025)
9466 PINECONE ROW, COLUMBIA MD 210453223
Principal officer (990-N for 2025)
Teddy Aitkins, 9466 Pinecone Row, Columbi MD 21045
Signed the 990-EZ
Nicole Aitkins, Board Chair
Phone
(240) 883-1001

Mission

The School for Performing Arts and Recording for Kids is dedicated to helping students of all ages and backgrounds develop their musical abilities while also teaching them how to create, record, and perform their own songs. We aim to empower students to express themselves through the art of music. While some may learn the basics of their instruments, many lack opportunities to apply these skills creatively. Our program bridges this gap by providing hands-on experience in music creation and performance. We offer students the chance to perform live in public settings and to record and release their songs on all streaming platforms, allowing friends, family, and potential fans to enjoy their work.

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • Backyard Bash-This program is a chance for the students to perform their songs that they have been working on for their family and friends in a showcase setting.
    Expenses $986
  • Studio Lab Session-The 6 week sessions allow students to learn a new instrument, new cover songs, and to create and perform their original songs for their family and friends at the end of the session.
    Expenses $685

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, 2026990-N on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-EZ on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024Check at the IRS

File the 2026 990-N for SPARK FOUNDATION

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

IRS record

EIN
99-4370285
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-N (e-Postcard)
Category (NTEE)
Human services (P20)

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-N for 2025
Officer: Teddy Aitkins
December 31, 2025≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-EZDecember 2024$2,650$2,666$2,653IRS

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 99-4370285).

Questions about SPARK FOUNDATION

What is the EIN of SPARK FOUNDATION?
The employer identification number (EIN) of SPARK FOUNDATION is 99-4370285.
Is SPARK FOUNDATION tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2024.
Are donations to SPARK FOUNDATION tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does SPARK FOUNDATION file?
Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
When is the next return of SPARK FOUNDATION 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 SPARK FOUNDATION last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-N for 2025 for the year ended December 31, 2025.
Who is the principal officer of SPARK FOUNDATION?
The 990-N for 2025 names Teddy Aitkins.
Who are the officers and directors of SPARK FOUNDATION?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 8 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does SPARK FOUNDATION have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $2,650, expenses of $2,666 and total assets of $2,653 at year end.

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