Nonprofit · EIN 31-1640182
DRESS FOR SUCCESS CINCINNATI
Tax-exempt · CINCINNATI, OH 45212
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $1,159,448 | $1,506,034 | -$346,586 | $1,583,393 | $658,192 | $925,201 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $1,327,325 | $1,556,226 | -$228,901 | $2,014,385 | $742,598 | $1,271,787 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $1,223,408 | $1,271,730 | -$48,322 | $2,307,996 | $807,308 | $1,500,688 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $942,622
- of which government grants
- $99,771
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $27,596
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $3,024
- Net income from fundraising events
- $156,377
- Other revenue
- $189,230
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $172,106
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $113,339
- Other salaries and wages
- $676,364
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $869,719
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $23,558
- Occupancy
- $142,980
- Travel
- $5,846
- Depreciation
- $26,882
- Program services (functional)
- $1,179,663
- Management and general (functional)
- $107,272
- Fundraising (functional)
- $219,099
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $2,014,385
- Total assets, end of year
- $1,583,393
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $658,192
- Net assets, end of year
- $925,201
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $113,817
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $439,879
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $485,322
- Gross receipts
- $1,284,547
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 200
- Year formed
- 1999
- State of legal domicile
- OH
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meggan Thompson | CEO Officer | 36 | $113,339 |
| Margo Brandenburg | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Kiley Bizzle-Brown | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Garri Davis | Chairman & Past Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Diana Cheshire | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Travina Adams | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Sowmya Aggarwal | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Jessica Bacher | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Melissa Bertke | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Meredith Blum | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Rene Cheatham | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Xaviera Edwards | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Jaci Overman | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Amanda van Rooyen exited 1225 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Karen McDaniel | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
13 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Wasco | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Kathleen Armstrong | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Israel Bonnell | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Marie Boyle | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Ron Hitzler | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Emily Keller | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Lisa Massa exited 325 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Carolyn Gorman | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Lali Minocha exited 325 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jody Yetzer | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Rene Robers | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Ginny Schumacher exited 1225 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Tierra Strickland | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 30 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | From related orgs | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisa Nolan Exited 112024 | President & CEO Officer | 36 | $80,537 | $9,954 | $15,324 |
| Meggan Thompson joined 1124 | President & CEO Officer | 36 | $11,340 | $1,402 | $0 |
| Travina Adams | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Sowmya Aggarwal | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Garri Davis | Chairperson Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Kathleen Armstrong | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Ronald Hitzler | Director &Treas Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tarah Cook Exited 72024 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Carly Kerlakian Exited 72024 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Jessica Bacher | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Lickert Exited 52024 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Massa | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Marie Boyle | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Xaviera Edwards | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Kasha Wiley Exited 72024 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Karen McDaniel | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Jody Yetzer | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lissa Bertke | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Israel Bonnell | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Emily Keller | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Barbara Wagner Exited 72024 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Carolyn Gorman | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lali Minocha DDS | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Amanda van Rooyen | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mary Maune Exited 72024 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Karen McDaniel | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Jaci Overmann | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Rene Robers | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Ginny Schumacher | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tierra Strickland | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 28 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | From related orgs | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisa Nolan | President & CEO Officer | 36 | $93,316 | $10,323 | $14,493 |
| Garri Davis | Chairperson Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Ronald Hitzler | Director &Treas Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tarah Cook | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Carly Kerlakian | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Dr Adonica Jones-Parks 723 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Lickert | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Massa | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Marie Boyle | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Xaviera Edwards | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Kasha Wiley | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| K Brandstetter Tracy 523 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Jody Yetzer | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lissa Bertke | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Israel Bonnell | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Emily Keller | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Deanna Sicking Exited 523 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Barbara Wagner | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Carolyn Gorman | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Lali Minocha DDS | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Amanda van Rooyen | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mary Maune | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Karen McDaniel | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Jaci Overmann | Vice Chairperso Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Susan Parker Exited 923 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Rene Robers | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Ginny Schumacher | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tierra Strickland | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 4623 WESLEY AVE STE H, CINCINNATI, OH 45212-2272
- In care of
- % MARY IVERS
- Signed the 990
- Meggan Thompson, CEO
- Phone
- (513) 651-3372
- Website
- www.dfscincy.org
- Return prepared by
- Coworth Financial Services LLC
Mission
The Mission of Dress for Success Cincinnati is to help unemployed women with the resources they need in their journeys toward economic mobility.
Program accomplishments
- Dress for Success Cincinnati (DFSC) offers a time-tested, successful program that can be adapted and adjusted as the job market evolves. Our ultimate goal is for women and those who identify as women to achieve levels of economic self-sufficiency regardless of race, upbringing or where they live. Clients are referred by a diverse group of non-profit organizations and government agencies, including homeless shelters, immigration services, job training programs, education institutions and domestic violence shelters; other women reach out to us directly to request services. In addition to our signature styling program, DFSC offers a full spectrum of workforce development and career support programs through its career center and thriving services programs.Through our Thriving Services, we walk alongside you as you continue to grow, achieve, and thrive. When a woman thrives, her family, workplace, and community thrive with her. Our programs are designed to provide ongoing support, tools, and community you need to turn opportunity into lasting success. We do this through1:1 coaching where women receive personalized support from expert coaches who will help you set meaningful goals, stay focused, and build the future you envision.Womens Circles that allow women to connect with a powerful network in peer groups that foster community, support, and shared growthbecause no one succeeds alone.Career Services offers expert guidance and strategic resources to help women navigate every step of their professional journey through our Career Development Program. This program is designed to set career goals and build confidence in the job search. We also offer empowering events to help women inspired and connected through regular events that support both personal and professional goals to build a network, confidence, and future.Expenses $1,179,663
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
- 31-1640182
- 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
- 1999
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Employment (J20)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $1,583,393
- Income (IRS master file)
- $1,284,547
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $1,159,448 | $1,506,034 | $1,583,393 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $1,327,325 | $1,556,226 | $2,014,385 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $1,223,408 | $1,271,730 | $2,307,996 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $889,951 | $1,125,543 | $2,419,008 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
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 31-1640182).
Questions about DRESS FOR SUCCESS CINCINNATI
- What is the EIN of DRESS FOR SUCCESS CINCINNATI?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of DRESS FOR SUCCESS CINCINNATI is 31-1640182.
- Is DRESS FOR SUCCESS CINCINNATI tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1999.
- Are donations to DRESS FOR SUCCESS CINCINNATI tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does DRESS FOR SUCCESS CINCINNATI 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 DRESS FOR SUCCESS CINCINNATI 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 DRESS FOR SUCCESS CINCINNATI last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who are the officers and directors of DRESS FOR SUCCESS CINCINNATI?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 28 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $113,339 (Meggan Thompson, CEO).
- How much revenue does DRESS FOR SUCCESS CINCINNATI have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $1,159,448, expenses of $1,506,034 and total assets of $1,583,393 at year end.
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