2025-08-13T19:13:31-07:00 2024-12-31 990EZ 2024-01-01 880660086 WARD 7 BLUE BULLS YOUTH ORGANIZATION WARD 3012578742 4426 E Street SE Washington DC 20019 Kiesha Odom Founder 3012578742 2025-08-13 1 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z 5277 X X www.dcbluebulls.com X X 20250 10000 0 3750 0 0 0 0 0 6500 0 6500 0 0 0 0 20250 0 0 0 6790 4800 1000 0 12590 7660 49996 0 57656 0 57656 0 0 57496 0 57496 57656 7500 0 49996 57656 To empower and uplift the youth in under-resourced areas through comprehensive programming that takes a holistic approach for no cost or financial burden. The DC Blue Bulls Youth Organization provides comprehensive support to underserved youth in Washington, DC, through a variety of sports and recreational programs. These programs aim to promote physical health, teamwork, discipline, and community engagement. Programs and Services Provided: *Youth Sports Programs: The organization offers multiple sports programs, including football, basketball, cheerleading, and others, designed to foster teamwork, skill development, and physical fitness. *Cheerleading: In addition to traditional sports, DC Blue Bulls now includes cheerleading, offering a platform for girls and boys to participate in physical activity and develop leadership and performance skills. *Mentorship and Education: Youth also benefit from mentorship programs that focus on personal development, academic success, and life skills. This includes regular coaching on goal-setting, resilience, and community involvement. Impact and Reach: *200+ Youth Served: The DC Blue Bulls organization serves over 200 youth in the community, offering them opportunities for growth and development both on and off the field. *Engagement in the Ward 8 Community: The program is particularly focused on engaging youth in the Ward 8 area, helping to uplift a historically underserved population and provide them with structured activities that promote positive life outcomes. The DC Blue Bulls' efforts help provide youth with a safe, supportive environment, contributing to their overall development and well-being, while strengthening the fabric of the local community. 10000 1500 1500 Keisha Odom President 14 0 0 0 Vernon Ham Vice President 12 0 0 0 Julian Lewis Commissioner 12 0 0 0 Aquina Walker Secretary 12 0 0 0 Jasmine Wright Treasurer 12 0 0 0 Mike Shieffif Youth Sports Advisor 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 DC Keisha Odom 4426 E Street SE Washington DC 20019 3012578742 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X X 1 Department of Park and Recreation 880660086 6 1 10000 0 1 10000 0 30900 13750 44650 0 0 0 30900 13750 44650 44650 0 0 6350 6500 12850 57500 0.77652 0 X 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 Concession stand sales and fundraising Schedule A, Part IV, Section B, Line 1 The program director controls all operations activities. I am writing to respectfully request penalty abatement for the late filing of our Form 990. The delay was due to an unforeseen and serious medical condition involving my heart that required immediate and ongoing treatment, significantly impacting my ability to perform my duties as the organization's principal officer. During the period when the Form 990 was due, I experienced severe health complications, including symptoms that required urgent medical attention, diagnostic procedures, and recovery time under close supervision from my healthcare team. My physicians advised strict limitations on physical and mental exertion to avoid further strain on my heart. Following these medical instructions was essential to protect my health and prevent potentially life-threatening complications. Unfortunately, my condition left me unable to complete the administrative and compliance tasks necessary for timely submission. Our small organization relies heavily on my oversight for financial and operational matters, and due to my medical situation, I was not in a position to delegate these responsibilities quickly enough to meet the filing deadline. This was an isolated incident caused solely by circumstances beyond my control. Our organization has a consistent history of compliance, and I have always taken our reporting obligations seriously. As soon as my health allowed, I took immediate steps to complete and submit the Form 990. Additionally, I have since implemented internal measures to prevent future delays, including backup administrative support and earlier preparation of annual filings. I deeply regret the delay and the inconvenience it may have caused. I respectfully ask the IRS to consider the serious nature of my medical condition as reasonable cause for the late filing, and to grant relief from penalties in recognition of these circumstances. My priority was to recover and restore my ability to serve the organization effectively, and I am now committed to ensuring we remain in full compliance moving forward. Thank you for your understanding and consideration.