Nonprofit · EIN 34-1433786
GLOBAL TIES AKRON
Tax-exempt · AKRON, OH 44308
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 30, 2025 | 990 | $176,581 | $210,039 | -$33,458 | $70,541 | $8,359 | $62,182 |
| September 30, 2024 | 990 | $183,722 | $195,635 | -$11,913 | $93,170 | $2,607 | $90,563 |
| September 30, 2023 | 990 | $307,863 | $290,179 | $17,684 | $106,962 | $4,486 | $102,476 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $169,086
- of which government grants
- $82,523
- Program service revenue
- $7,495
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $108,367
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $137,904
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $750
- Accounting fees
- $5,535
- Depreciation
- $1,443
- Program services (functional)
- $15,945
- Management and general (functional)
- $175,138
- Fundraising (functional)
- $18,956
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $93,170
- Total assets, end of year
- $70,541
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $8,359
- Net assets, end of year
- $62,182
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $62,182
- Gross receipts
- $176,581
- Employees
- 3
- Volunteers
- 85
- Year formed
- 1976
- 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 September 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evelyn S Williams | Executive Director Key employee | 60 | $50,000 |
| Adriane Clayton | Bookkeeper / Program Manager Key employee | 45 | $45,907 |
| Elizabeth Weaver | Program Assistant Key employee | 25 | $12,460 |
| Evangeline Litsa Varonis | Board President Trustee or director, Officer | 15 | $0 |
| George Haritos | Board Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 15 | $0 |
| Amanda Johnson | Board Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Doug Hausknecht | Board Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Holly Harris Bane | Immediate Past President Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Cynthia Kidd | Officer Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Juan Eduardo Contreras | Officer Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Sam DeShazior | Officer Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Nassim Mir | Officer Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Darlyn McDermott | Officer Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Mahesh Srinivasan | Officer Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Connie Krauss | Officer Officer | 5 | $0 |
2 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Dobo | Officer Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Ammar Husein | Officer Officer | 5 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2024: 17 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle Wilson | Former Executive Director (Retired) Key employee | 40 | $41,400 |
| Adriane Clayton | Bookkeeper / Program Manager Key employee | 40 | $36,680 |
| Evelyn S Williams | Executive Director Key employee | 40 | $16,934 |
| Holly Harris Bane | Board President Trustee or director, Officer | 15 | $0 |
| Rima Muakkassa | Board Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Litsa Varonis | Board Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Cynthia Robinson | Board Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Juan Eduardo Contreras | Immediate Past President Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Sam DeShazior | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Doug Hausknecht | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Nassim Mir | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Amanda Johnson | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Darlyn McDermott | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Mahesh Srinivasan | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Connie Krauss | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Gina Ioannitou | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| George Haritos | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2023: 18 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle Wilson | Executive Director Key employee | 40 | $45,285 |
| Adriane Clayton | Bookkeeper / Program Manager Key employee | 35 | $37,690 |
| Holly Harris Bane | Board President Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Rima Muakkassa | Board Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Litsa Varonis | Board Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Cynthia Robinson | Board Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Juan Eduardo Contreras | Immediate Past President Trustee or director, Officer | 8 | $0 |
| Sam DeShazior | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Doug Hausknecht | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Nassim Mir | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Gabriella Paar Jakkli | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Amanda Johnson | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Maria Varonis | Trustee Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Darlyn McDermott | Trustee Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Mahesh Srinivasan | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Connie Krauss | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Gina Ioannitou | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
| George Haritos | Trustee Officer | 5 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 259 S BROADWAY ST ROOM 358, AKRON, OH 44308-1530
- In care of
- % MICHELLE WILSON
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Evelyn S Williams, 247 Grand Ave, Akron, OH 44302
- Signed the 990
- Evangeline Varonis, Board President
- Phone
- (330) 573-0923
- Website
- www.globaltiesakron.org
Mission
Global Ties Akron's mission is to strengthen academic, corporate, organizational, and personal links between Northeast Ohio and the world. Through professional, cultural, and educational programs that foster cross-cultural understanding, they aim to build global bridges that benefit the Greater Akron community.
Program accomplishments
- The Artpreneurship Initiative is a Global Ties Akron program designed to strengthen small business growth by helping artists turn creative talent into sustainable enterprises in the Greater Akron area. Launched in 2024, the initiative supports participants as they clarify and refine viable business concepts, build practical entrepreneurship skills, and connect with Northeast Ohio resources that can help them launch, grow, and create local economic impact. Through professional development, mentorship, and community-based partnerships, the Artpreneurship Initiative helps participants build momentum toward measurable business goals, contributing to Greater Akron's creative economy, job creation, and long-term community vitality.Expenses $6,144 · grants $14,500
- The Know Your Community, Know Your World program is an educational initiative by Global Ties Akron designed to strengthen civic understanding, global awareness, and workforce-ready skills among K-12 students in the Greater Akron area. The program brings experienced guest speakers into classrooms to deliver customized, interactive learning experiences focused on world regions, cultures, and international issues that shape today's economy and society. By partnering with local international scholars, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, the program introduces students to diverse perspectives while highlighting the global connections present within Northeast Ohio. Through these real-world conversations, students build critical thinking skills, cross-cultural communication abilities, and a broader understanding of how local communities connect to national and global priorities. The goal is to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in a globally connected workforce and to contribute meaningfully to their communities after graduation.Expenses $3,772 · grants $12,750
- Global Threads Boutique is a social enterprise retail store operated by Global Ties Akron and located within Northside Marketplace. The boutique features a curated collection of handmade textiles, jewelry, and artisan goods created by local and international entrepreneurs representing four continents. Through Global Threads Boutique, Global Ties Akron supports small business development and economic participation by providing artisans, including emerging local entrepreneurs, with a platform to access new markets, generate income, and grow sustainable ventures. The boutique strengthens the local economy while celebrating craftsmanship, innovation, and the diverse global influences that contribute to Greater Akron's community. Each product reflects the heritage, skill, and entrepreneurial spirit of its creator, connecting customers to stories of resilience, opportunity, and enterprise.Expenses $3,086 · revenue -$1,301
- Other Program ServicesExpenses $2,943 · grants $82,523
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 September, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | September 30, 2026 | February 16, 2027 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | September 30, 2025 | February 17, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | September 30, 2024 | February 18, 2025 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 34-1433786
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1990
- Accounting year ends
- September
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $70,541
- Income (IRS master file)
- $176,581
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | September 2025 | $176,581 | $210,039 | $70,541 | XML |
| 990 | September 2024 | $183,722 | $195,635 | $93,170 | XML |
| 990 | September 2023 | $307,863 | $290,179 | $106,962 | XML |
| 990 | September 2022 | $203,602 | $262,175 | $91,027 | IRS |
| 990 | September 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2020 | – | – | – | 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 34-1433786).
Questions about GLOBAL TIES AKRON
- What is the EIN of GLOBAL TIES AKRON?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of GLOBAL TIES AKRON is 34-1433786.
- Is GLOBAL TIES AKRON tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1990.
- Are donations to GLOBAL TIES AKRON tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does GLOBAL TIES AKRON 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 GLOBAL TIES AKRON due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending September 30, 2026) is due February 16, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did GLOBAL TIES AKRON last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended September 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of GLOBAL TIES AKRON?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 names Evelyn S Williams.
- Who are the officers and directors of GLOBAL TIES AKRON?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 lists 17 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $50,000 (Evelyn S Williams, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does GLOBAL TIES AKRON have?
- On its 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $176,581, expenses of $210,039 and total assets of $70,541 at year end.
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