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Nonprofit · EIN 26-1381334

PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE

Tax-exempt (reinstated) · MARION, OH 43301

Financials

$68K$73K2024$84K$55K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990-EZ$83,578$54,923$28,655$118,557$0$118,557
December 31, 2024990-EZ$68,309$72,915-$4,606$89,902$0$89,902
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$66,397
Membership dues
$1,150
Program service revenue
$14,122
Investment income
$0
Net income from sales of inventory
$1,909
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$6,119
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$0
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$18,416
Occupancy
$15,730
Printing, publications and postage
$4,659
Other expenses
$9,999
Program services (functional)
$44,343

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$89,902
Total assets, end of year
$118,557
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$118,557
Cash, savings and investments
$53,017
Land and buildings
$50,540
Gross receipts
$91,740

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
Lora TroutmanPresident15$0
Kathleen Clemmon-KellerVice President2$0
Theresa LubkeTreasurer6$0
Arrita ButlerBoard Member at Large1$0
Monique PrittSecretary2$0
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 5 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Lora TroutmanPresident15$0
Kathleen Clemmon-KellerVice President2$0
Theresa LubkeTreasurer5$0
Arrita ButlerBoard Member at Large1$0
Monique PrittSecretary2$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
PO BOX 995, MARION, OH 43301-0995
In care of
% PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE
Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
PO Box 995, Marion OH 43302
Signed the 990-EZ
Theresa Lubke, Treasurer
Phone
(740) 573-9622

Mission

To promote racial equity by empowering, educating, and fostering understanding of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences within Marion to build stronger, thriving communities.

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Peace and Freedom Publishing works with local women of color to write and publish children's books so that local children of color can see themselves as part of our community. Two books were published in 2025 and approximately 2,000 books have been and / or distributed since the program's inception.
    Expenses $13,901
  • Martin Luther King Day, Jr. Community Breakfast and Youth Oratory and Art Contest. Youth from through Marion County submit original art in the form of poetry, essay, visual and oratory that speaks to a specific theme centered on the work of Dr. King. Gives young people a voice and an introduction to the philosophy of Dr. King. 165 youth entered the contest in 2025. They were recognized at the MLK Day Breakfast: This is Marion's only community wide event celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. King. 410 people attend each year including approximately 70 children and teens. The event includes a key note speaker chosen for their message that will inspire young people of color.
    Expenses $21,248
  • Hats Off to You Ladies Luncheon: This event is held each April and recognizes Marion women who have overcome adversity and are an inspiration to others. We also recognize a local woman of color who is successful in business and women who volunteer for the community. Each event features a key note speaker with words of inspiration and hope. We had 110 participants.
    Expenses $4,850
  • Each year we help the Marion community celebrate Juneteenth and celebrating our community's diversity and people of color. Activities include a community picnic that focuses on youth, a blood drive and an evening of music. In 2025 over 300 community members participated.
    Expenses $4,344

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 PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE

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

IRS record

EIN
26-1381334
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
2015
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Education (B82)
Assets (IRS master file)
$118,557
Income (IRS master file)
$91,740

Revocation and reinstatement

Exemption revoked
May 15, 2010
Posted by the IRS
April 3, 2015
Reinstated
Effective May 15, 2010

From the IRS automatic revocation list: organizations that did not file a required return or e-Postcard for three consecutive years.

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2025$83,578$54,923$118,557IRS
990-EZDecember 2024$68,309$72,915$89,902XML
990-N for 2023December 31, 2023≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2022
Officer: Lora Troutman
December 31, 2022≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2020December 31, 2020≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2019
Officer: LORA TROUTMAN
December 31, 2019≤ $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 26-1381334).

Questions about PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE

What is the EIN of PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE?
The employer identification number (EIN) of PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE is 26-1381334.
Is PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS revoked its exemption on May 15, 2010 and reinstated it effective May 15, 2010.
Are donations to PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE 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 PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE 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 PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
Who are the officers and directors of PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 5 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does PEACE AND FREEDOM COMMITTEE have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $83,578, expenses of $54,923 and total assets of $118,557 at year end.

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