2025-08-28T20:53:54Z 2025-06-30 990 2024-07-01 923891406 NICHE INC NICH 3176540624 6002 MICHIGAN RD INDIANAPOLIS IN 462281163 Tosseia Holmes Chair 3176540624 2025-08-28 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X Tosseia Holmes 6002 N Michigan Road Indianapolis IN 46208 322461 false X neighborhoodincubators.org X 2023 IN NICHE empowers underestimated entrepreneurs and youth to launch and grow sustainable businesses through hands-on education, coaching, and access to capitalbuilding generational wealth and vibrant, inclusive communities. 7 6 1 0 0 322461 322461 0 0 0 322461 322461 56925 0 129180 0 13111 31897 0 218002 322461 104459 35023 138868 19429 4462 15594 134406 NICHE empowers underestimated entrepreneurs and youth to launch and grow sustainable businesses through hands-on education, coaching, and access to capitalbuilding generational wealth and vibrant, inclusive communities. false false 198042 56924 322461 NICHE Inc. provides mentorship, funding, business education, and access to community resources for more than 100 individuals and youth from disadvantaged communities. Through its core programming in Indianapolis, NICHE facilitated business education courses, brand development support, legal filing assistance, and pitch competitions designed to empower minority entrepreneurs. Participants who completed the business-planning curriculum and demonstrated practical application of their knowledge were eligible for startup prizes, which furthered the organizations charitable and educational mission. 198042 true false false false false false false false false false false false false true true false false false false false false false false false false false false true true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true 0 0 1 true false false false false false false false false false false false false false X 7 6 false false false false false false false true false false true true true true true true true false false IN X Bryan Duncan 3175133228 6002 North Michigan Road Indianapolis IN 46228 Chris Wall Vice-Chair 0.20 X 0 0 0 Jill Stinson Secretary 0.20 X 0 0 0 Bryan Duncan Treasurer 0.20 X 0 0 0 Tosseia Holmes Executive Director 60.00 60.00 X X X 120000 0 0 Jawann Johnson Director 0.20 X 0 0 0 Jon Johnson Director 0.20 X 0 0 0 Kourtney Coleman Director 2.00 X 0 0 0 Shakara Williams Director 0.20 X 0 0 0 120000 0 0 1 false false false 0 322461 322461 322461 0 0 0 X 0 0 56925 56925 120000 84000 24000 12000 9180 6426 1836 918 600 600 17175 17175 13 13 4110 2206 1904 3930 3351 386 193 5250 5250 266 266 Program Materials 553 553 218002 170915 33976 13111 34523 117118 21500 0 500 250 35023 138868 10605 4462 8824 19429 4462 X 15594 134406 15594 134406 35023 138868 104459 X false false X 0 0 0 0 209040 322461 531501 0 0 0 209040 322461 531501 0 0 0 531501 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 209040 322461 531501 X 1.00000 0.00000 0.00000 0.00000 Part IX, 11g Program services contractor expenses for curriculum design and delivery and strategic planning consultation. Refundable damage deposit 250 250 0 0 true Gurl Code 7110 Whitetail Lane Indianapolis IN 46254 821139337 501(c)(3) 6860 Programs - Teaching youth girl how to code. 1 0 Provisional materials, small equipment, or supplies to advance minority-owned businesses in disinvested communities. 5 0 50064 Book Part I, Line 2 Our grant-making process is designed to ensure transparency, alignment with our mission, and full compliance with federal and state regulations. Grants are awarded through a combination of competitive applications, referrals, and strategic partnerships that support entrepreneurship, economic development, and measurable community impact. Applications are evaluated based on eligibility, organizational capacity, alignment with program goals, and potential for sustainability and growth. Grant funds are never given as unrestricted cash to recipients. Instead, approved funds are either paid directly to vendors or reimbursed to grantees for documented, approved expenses outlined in the grant award budget. This structure ensures that all funds are used for their intended purposes. Monitoring and oversight are built into the process. Grantees submit regular progress reports and financial documentation to demonstrate compliance. Staff reviews these submissions, conducts site visits or virtual check-ins when appropriate, and provides technical assistance to strengthen grantee performance. Any noncompliance or significant deviations are addressed promptly to maintain the integrity of the program and its resources. Part IX, Line 11g Curriculum development and strategic planning. Part VI, Line 11b Members and directors are provided with the Form 990 along with financial statements 15 days prior to submission. All comments, questions, or amendments are reported and recorded electronically. Part VI, Line 12c All potential conflicts of interest are submitted in writing and discussed at board meetings. Resolutions are adopted when necessary. Our procurement policy addresses potential conflicts to engage any vendors or contractors. Part VI, Line 15a The Executive Directors salary was set using a balanced, data-driven approach to ensure it met IRS standards for reasonable compensation. We reviewed industry benchmarks for organizations of similar size and scope, evaluated the workload and responsibilities of overseeing strategic planning, financial management, fundraising, and compliance, and considered the Executive Directors extensive experience and expertise in nonprofit leadership and entrepreneurship. In addition, the overall benefits packagelimited compared to many organizationswas factored into the calculation to ensure the total compensation remained competitive yet fiscally responsible, aligning with the organizations mission and sustainability goals. 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