Nonprofit · EIN 26-3906467
TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER
Tax-exempt · NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $301,122 | $232,357 | $68,765 | $219,157 | $0 | $219,157 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $223,555 | $276,638 | -$53,083 | $151,064 | $0 | $151,064 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $332,341 | $251,006 | $81,335 | $203,475 | $0 | $203,475 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $177,645
- Membership dues
- $35,432
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Net income from fundraising events
- $123,477
- Other revenue
- $123,477
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $113,087
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $118,410
- Professional fundraising fees
- $37,788
- Accounting fees
- $4,100
- Occupancy
- $11,585
- Travel
- $3,475
- Program services (functional)
- $73,690
- Management and general (functional)
- $58,462
- Fundraising (functional)
- $7,500
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $151,064
- Total assets, end of year
- $219,157
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $219,157
- Gross receipts
- $339,102
- Employees
- 1
- Year formed
- 2013
- State of legal domicile
- TN
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 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEMETRIUS SHORT | FOUNDER/CEO Trustee or director, Officer, Key employee | 20 | $53,212 |
| VANESSA SHORT | PROGRAM DIRECTOR Trustee or director, Officer, Key employee | 20 | $32,500 |
| JULIA SELLERS | PROGRAM DIRECTOR Trustee or director, Officer, Key employee | 20 | $27,375 |
| ALLEN HOVIOUS | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| ROBERT PRICE | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| DR CEDRINA CALDER | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| CHRIS HOWARD | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| DANNY SCHUNK | ADVISORY BOARD Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 12 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEMETRIUS SHORT | FOUNDER/CEO Trustee or director, Officer, Key employee | 20 | $55,000 |
| VANESSA SHORT | PROGRAM DIRECTOR Trustee or director, Officer, Key employee | 20 | $45,000 |
| JULIA SELLERS | PROGRAM DIRECTOR Trustee or director, Officer, Key employee | 20 | $45,000 |
| ALLEN HOVIOUS | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| DEVONIE CUNNING | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| ROBERT PRICE | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| DANNY SCHUNK | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| MELSSA MORTON | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| DR CEDRINA CALDER | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| CHRIS HOWARD | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| JERAMY FREEMAN | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| ROB ESKERIDGE | ADVISORY BOARD Trustee or director | – | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 16 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEMETRIUS SHORT | FOUNDER/CEO Trustee or director, Officer, Key employee | 20 | $55,000 |
| VANESSA SHORT | PROGRAM DIRECTOR Trustee or director, Officer, Key employee | 20 | $45,000 |
| JULIA SELLERS | PROGRAM DIRECTOR Trustee or director, Officer, Key employee | 20 | $45,000 |
| ALLEN HOVIOUS | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| DEVONIE CUNNING | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| ROBERT PRICE | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| DANNY SCHUNK | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| MELSSA MORTON | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| DR CEDRINA CALDER | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| CHRIS HOWARD | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| MYLES HARRIS | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| SIERRA WASHINGTON | ADVISORY BOARD Trustee or director | – | $0 |
| ROB ESKERIDGE | ADVISORY BOARD Trustee or director | – | $0 |
| RYAN STOCK | ADVISORY BOARD Trustee or director | – | $0 |
| JERAMY FREEMAN | ADVISORY BOARD Trustee or director | – | $0 |
| XEE XIONG | ADVISORY BOARD Trustee or director | – | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 1033 DEMONBREUN ST STE 300, NASHVILLE, TN 37203-4512
- In care of
- % DEMETRIUS B SHORT
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- DEMETRIUS B SHORT, 401 OLD PLEASANT GROVE ROAD APT 737, Mount Juliet, TN 37122
- Signed the 990
- DEMETRIUS B SHORT, PRESIDENT
- Phone
- (615) 997-6841
- 990-N for 2016 filed under this EIN
- Most likely by a chapter, club or affiliate (it says receipts are normally $50,000 or less). Officer: Demetrius Short, PO Box 705, Hermitage TN 37076. Mailing address: PO Box 705, Hermitage TN 37076. Website: www.stepsofsuccess5k.org
- Return prepared by
- Jennings & Associates LLC
Mission
Transformation Life Center cultivates future leaders and a highly capable workforce by providing leadership development, education, mentorship, and career readiness programs that positively impact youth and collegiate students in underserved communities
Program accomplishments
- Brown Boys Read inspires the love of reading through the love of running to help boys and young men improve reading proficiency, combat childhood obesity, and develop healthier lifestyles and leadership skills. In 2025, the program impacted 328 boys and young men in grades 5 through 12 in partnership with 100 Kings of Middle Tennessee. Participants engaged in a summer reading experience that combined guided book discussions with mentors and healthy walk/run activities, creating an innovative approach to literacy, mentorship, and wellness. The program encouraged participants to strengthen reading comprehension, build confidence, and develop positive relationships with community leaders and mentors. The program concluded with participants joining Demetrius Short and 677 runners in the 15th Annual Steps of Success 5K, reinforcing the importance of perseverance, healthy living, and creating a pathway to success.Expenses $7,537 · grants $8,704
- Pathway to Success Leadership Academy is a leadership and workforce development program designed to equip collegiate students and emerging leaders with the skills, confidence, and professional tools needed to successfully transition into the real world. During Spring 2025, students participated in leadership workshops, career readiness training, mentorship, and networking experiences focused on communication, professionalism, financial literacy, and personal growth. Transformation Life Center also launched the inaugural We Got Now NEXT Leadership Summit bringing together emerging leaders, professionals, and community partners for an inspiring leadership experience focused on resilience, purpose, and creating pathways to success for the next generation of leaders.Expenses $82,690 · grants $80,000 · revenue $33,633
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 year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 26-3906467
- 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
- 2010
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Youth development (O50)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $219,157
- Income (IRS master file)
- $339,102
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $301,122 | $232,357 | $219,157 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2024 | $223,555 | $276,638 | $151,064 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2023 | $332,341 | $251,006 | $203,475 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $213,931 | $91,203 | $122,728 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2016 Officer: Demetrius Short Filed under this EIN, most likely by a chapter or affiliate | December 31, 2016 | ≤ $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 26-3906467).
Questions about TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER
- What is the EIN of TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER is 26-3906467.
- Is TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2010.
- Are donations to TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER 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 TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER 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 TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names DEMETRIUS B SHORT.
- Who are the officers and directors of TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 8 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $53,212 (DEMETRIUS SHORT, FOUNDER/CEO).
- How much revenue does TRANSFORMATION LIFE CENTER have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $301,122, expenses of $232,357 and total assets of $219,157 at year end.
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