Nonprofit · EIN 27-1634251
BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC
Tax-exempt · MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $177,054 | $136,324 | $40,730 | $45,077 | – | $45,077 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $199,278 | $197,939 | $1,339 | $4,347 | $0 | $4,347 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $64,590 | $62,989 | $1,601 | $2,904 | $0 | $2,904 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $55,252
- Program service revenue
- $876
- Investment income
- $376
- Other revenue
- $120,550
Expenses
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $879
- Printing, publications and postage
- $81
- Other expenses
- $135,364
- Program services (functional)
- $9,367
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $4,347
- Total assets, end of year
- $45,077
- Total liabilities, end of year
- –
- Net assets, end of year
- $45,077
- Cash, savings and investments
- $43,462
- Gross receipts
- $177,054
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.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Lynda Wright Gittens | Founder CEO Executive Director Interim Secretary | 30 | $0 |
| Sharleyne Silcott | Treasurer | 2 | $0 |
| Karren Edwards | Board Member | 0.1 | $0 |
| Ursula Hall | Board Member | 0.2 | $0 |
| Paula Faison Johnson | Board Member | 0.2 | $0 |
| Tameka Fraser | Board Member | 0.2 | $0 |
| Rose McCormick | Board Member | 0.2 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 5 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Lynda Wright Gittens | Founder CEO Executive Director Interim Secretary | 30 | $0 |
| Sharleyne Silcott | Treasurer | 2 | $0 |
| Karren Edwards | Board Member | 0.1 | $0 |
| Ursula Hall | Board Member | 0.2 | $0 |
| Paula Faison Johnson | Board Member | 0.2 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 6 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Lynda Wright Gittens | Founder CEO Executive Director | 24 | $0 |
| Sharleyne Silcott | Treasurer | 1.4 | $0 |
| Natasha Smith | Secretary | 0.2 | $0 |
| Karren Edwards | Board Member | 0.2 | $0 |
| Ursula Hall | Board Member | 0.2 | $0 |
| Paula Faison Johnson | Board Member | 0.2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 2601 CARTWRIGHT RD D320, MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459-2613
- In care of
- % LYNDA GITTENS
- Mailing address (990-N for 2021)
- 2126 FALL MEADOW DR, MISSOURI CITY TX 77459
- Principal officer (990-N for 2021)
- Lynda Wright Gittens, 2126 FALL MEADOW DR, MISSOURI CITY TX 77459
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Lynda Wright Gittens, President
Mission
To aid and nurture students with academic challenges in underserved communities with academic support and character-building camps. Our comprehensive and individualized academic support programs focus on skill challenges improving mental health identifying career potential college preparation and parental support.
Program accomplishments
- Academic Programs - BYCE provides academic support programs for Grades 1-12 students with academic challenges in a select course and students diagnosed with a learning difference. Our academic program includes an individual comprehensive plan for one-on-one tutorials in all Math subjects Reading Language Arts Writing and other subjects as needed. We provided 32 weeks of continuous tutorial services. Elementary and Middle School 512 instructional hours in reading and math. High school students 202 hours including SAT review. Outcomes 100% of participating students received individualized or small-group instruction 98% Students demonstrated improved academic engagement increased confidence and progress toward grade-level proficiency in literacy and math 87% Strengthened mastery of core academic subjects 97% Increased readiness for standardized testing and college-level expectations 100% Improved academic confidence accountability and persistence Volunteer Value 120,550Expenses $5,545
- Empowering Parents Program - BYCE strengthened family advocacy and student outcomes through direct educational advocacy services and individualized parent consultations. Advocacy & Consultation Hours 12 hours of advocate review of IEP documentation 2 hours reviewing 504 Plans 2 hours of preparation for and attendance at ARD meetings Four 4 one-on-one consultations 15 minutes each 1 total consultation hour Total Parent Empowerment Hours: 17 hours Parents Served 4 parents supported with IEP and 504 advocacy 1 parent supported with time management and student organization strategies Outcomes Parents gained an increased understanding of special education rights and processes Families were better equipped to advocate for appropriate accommodations and services Increased their confidence in school communication and student support strategiesExpenses $1,100
- Community Engagement: Back-to-School Community Event in the underresourced community -Sunnyside. BYCE co-hosted the Kickstart Back to School event to support students in Grades K-6 as they prepared for the new academic year. Community Resources & Services Provided: 137 backpacks with school supplies distributed. Approximately 15 free haircuts for students. Arts and crafts activities. Mobile game truck. Bubble park experience. Food and drinks were provided for families. Community Participation: 3 community vendors: BYCE Academic Services Youth Leadership Resources and Phillip Randolph Institute. Outcomes: Participants receive the academic tools required to support their grade-level success. Participants created paintings jewelry and other crafts. Families access essential educational resources and youth development opportunities. Parents received information on BYCE programs and academic services. Strengthened community connections and family engagement. Volunteer Value 2440Expenses $2,372
- Student Assistance Program - Provides emergency assistance to students and their families experiencing financial hardship or crisis situations that affect student stability and well-being. In 2025 the program assisted a client family following a residential fire.Expenses $350
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-EZ on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 27-1634251
- 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)
- Human services (P30)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $45,077
- Income (IRS master file)
- $177,054
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $177,054 | $136,324 | $45,077 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $199,278 | $197,939 | $4,347 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $64,590 | $62,989 | $2,904 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2021 Officer: Lynda Wright Gittens | December 31, 2021 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: Lynda Wright Gittens | December 31, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2019 Officer: Lynda Gittens | 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 27-1634251).
Questions about BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC
- What is the EIN of BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC is 27-1634251.
- Is BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2010.
- Are donations to BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC 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 BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC 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 BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC?
- The 990-N for 2021 names Lynda Wright Gittens.
- Who are the officers and directors of BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 7 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does BABIES YOUTH CHILDREN EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INC have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $177,054, expenses of $136,324 and total assets of $45,077 at year end.
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