Nonprofit · EIN 27-1396021
RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE
Tax-exempt · CHARLOTTE, NC 28208
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $2,035,626 | $2,696,439 | -$660,813 | $7,768,894 | $282,300 | $7,486,594 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $2,404,772 | $6,455,512 | -$4,050,740 | $8,621,103 | $473,696 | $8,147,407 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $1,801,410 | $2,941,265 | -$1,139,855 | $8,210,099 | $392,867 | $7,817,232 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $1,830,959
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $53,556
- Net rental income
- $24,000
- Net income from fundraising events
- $125,886
- Other revenue
- $151,111
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $202,000
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $337,267
- Other salaries and wages
- $796,929
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $1,437,166
- Professional fundraising fees
- $30,000
- Occupancy
- $132,406
- Travel
- $2,992
- Depreciation
- $195,013
- Program services (functional)
- $1,795,258
- Management and general (functional)
- $563,700
- Fundraising (functional)
- $337,481
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $8,621,103
- Total assets, end of year
- $7,768,894
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $282,300
- Net assets, end of year
- $7,486,594
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $4,344,606
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $5,641,861
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $1,844,733
- Gross receipts
- $2,131,173
- Employees
- 23
- Volunteers
- 30
- Year formed
- 2009
- State of legal domicile
- NC
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 | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Colson McLean | COO | 40 | $158,460 | $18,941 |
| Jennifer Neitzel | – | 40 | $114,523 | $27,930 |
| William M McDonald Jr | CEO (Jan-Apr) Officer | 40 | $76,892 | $8,288 |
| Tiffany Capers | CEO (Sep-Dec) Officer | 40 | $65,202 | $9,484 |
| Lauren Henry | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jon Morris | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Angela Woods | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Stuart Sherrill | Chariman Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Richard Trey Anglin | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Crystal Byrd | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Venton Bell Jr | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Michelle Elam | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Trevor Melito | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Brian Morgan | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Gerald Hayes | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
7 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Howard | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Cindy Praeger | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Robin Stuart | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jessie Wei | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jequetta Caldwell | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Homiar Hathiram | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| William Hodges | Vice Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 23 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William M McDonald Jr | CEO Officer | 40 | $150,758 | $19,480 |
| Laura Colson McLean | COO | 40 | $101,764 | $11,178 |
| Trent Legare | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Renee Kosofsky | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Clare Jansson | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Stuart Sherrill | Vice Chariman Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Dante Anderson | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Crystal Byrd | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Venton Bell Jr | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Michelle Elam | Sr. Director Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Mark Ethridge | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Anthony Fox | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Haley Gentry | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Matt Hawkins | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| David Howard | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Cindy Praeger | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Robin Stuart | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jessie Wei | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jequetta Caldwell | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Curtis Carroll | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Homiar Hathiram | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| William Hodges | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Stuart Sherrill | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 17 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William M McDonald Jr | CEO Officer | 40 | $153,486 | $29,544 |
| Trent Legare | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Renee Kosofsky | Vice Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Clare Jansson | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Stuart Sherrill | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Dante Anderson | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Crystal Byrd | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Michael Coe | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Michelle Elam | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Mark Ethridge | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Anthony Fox | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Haley Gentry | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Matt Hawkins | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| David Howard | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Cindy Praeger | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Robin Stuart | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jessie Wei | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 3610 NOBLES AVE, CHARLOTTE, NC 28208-7088
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Tiffany Capers, 3610 Nobles Ave, Charlotte, NC 28208
- Signed the 990
- Homiar Hathiram, Treasurer
- 990-N for 2011 filed under this EIN
- Most likely by a chapter, club or affiliate (it says receipts are normally $50,000 or less). Officer: Cammie Hauptfuhrer, 923 Granville Rd, Charlotte NC 28207. Mailing address: 923 Granville Rd, Charlotte NC 28207.
- Return prepared by
- Foard and Company PA
Mission
To promote a collaborative community centered on quality housing, education, health, wellness, & opportunity.
Program accomplishments
- Workforce Development and Adult EducationThis program supports residents in expanding their educational and career opportunities through personalized career coaching, including career assessments, resume building, and job search assistance. It also facilitates enrollment in certification programs and offers initiatives to improve digital and financial literacy. In 2025, 14 individuals enrolled in the online GED program, while 16 participated in the in-person GED program. In total, 30 individuals were served through this program.Early Childhood EducationOperated by Dixon Academy, the Howard Levine Child Development Center (HLCDC) is a high-quality early learning program aimed at preparing children for kindergarten. From August 1st,2024 May 31st, 2025, the center enrolled 125 children. End-of-year data for the 2023-2024 school year from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools indicated limited growth across all measures in the prekindergarten classrooms. During the 2025 school year, our partner Charlotte Speech and Hearing, screened 82 children, 13 of whom are now receiving therapy services and 45 of whom are enrolled in our APPLE literacy program. Pre-test results showed that 29% of these children demonstrated age-appropriate language and literacy skills, while post-test results revealed a significant improvement, with 95% achieving age-appropriate skills.K-8 EducationRenaissance West STEAM Academy serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, offering educational and enrichment opportunities to foster academic achievement. Approximately 800 students are enrolled. For the 20242025 school year, RWSA earned an overall School Performance Grade of "C" (score of 59), continuing a steady upward trajectory from a "D" in 2023. The school's strongest results were in academic growth: RWSA exceeded expected growth with an overall index of 92.9 which is the highest growth tier, marking the fourth time in five reporting years the school has exceeded growth. Reading growth exceeded expectations, and math growth met expectations. Grade-level proficiency stood at approximately 53% in math and 40% in reading, both approaching the district and state averages and reflecting the gap the school continues to close. The school also offers a variety of out-of-school time programs, including Barre Belle (15 participants), Alliance Center for Education (40), Girl Scouts (31), and Fashion Club, which served 30 students in grades 6 through 8 totaling 116 students engaged in extracurricular activities.Health and WellnessThis program aims to enhance the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of residents through community engagement, wellness initiatives, and access to supportive resources. In 2025, RWCI continued hosting neighborhood-wide events and targeted programming focused on community connection, safety, healthy living, and housing stability. Efforts included wellness walks, food distribution events, mental health support initiatives, youth and family engagement activities, and resident workshops centered on topics such as home safety, self-care, and resource accessibility. RWCI also strengthened partnerships with local organizations to expand wellness programming and increase resident access to community-based support. These efforts were designed to promote social connectedness, improve overall quality of life, and encourage long-term community stability and well-being.Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Case Management The FSS program is a work-requirement initiative designed to help participants increase their income and achieve upward mobility. It also includes a focus on older adults, offering programming that supports mental and physical wellness, leadership development, and access to resources. Participation in the program was recorded at 44 in January 2025 and 32 in March 2025.Life Navigation This voluntary program provides personalized coaching, mentoring, and resource navigation to help families set SMART goals that support educational advancement, financial stability, and access to higher-paying employment opportunities. Participation numbers fluctuated throughout 2025 due to the voluntary nature of the program. In addition to individualized case management services, RWCI launched FUTURE Forward, a resident engagement and empowerment initiative designed to build community, increase self-sufficiency, and support long-term goal achievement. FUTURE Forward sessions focused on topics such as financial literacy, workforce development, mental wellness, leadership development, stress management, and personal growth while also fostering peer connection and accountability among residents. Combined with the FSS program, Life Navigation services continued to support households through holistic coaching, referrals, and community-based programming aimed at increasing overall family stability and upward mobility.An estimated 30 volunteers supported these efforts in 2025.Expenses $1,795,258 · grants $202,000
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
- 27-1396021
- 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)
- Education (B19)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $7,768,894
- Income (IRS master file)
- $2,131,173
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $2,035,626 | $2,696,439 | $7,768,894 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $2,404,772 | $6,455,512 | $8,621,103 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $1,801,410 | $2,941,265 | $8,210,099 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $2,280,149 | $2,788,660 | $9,385,480 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2011 Officer: Cammie Hauptfuhrer Filed under this EIN, most likely by a chapter or affiliate | December 31, 2011 | ≤ $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 27-1396021).
Questions about RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE
- What is the EIN of RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE is 27-1396021.
- Is RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2010.
- Are donations to RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE 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 RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE 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 RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE 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 RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Tiffany Capers.
- Who are the officers and directors of RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 22 people; 4 received compensation from the organization, the highest $158,460 (Laura Colson McLean, COO).
- How much revenue does RENAISSANCE WEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $2,035,626, expenses of $2,696,439 and total assets of $7,768,894 at year end.
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