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Nonprofit · EIN 35-2671302

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC

Tax-exempt · ALPHARETTA, GA 30004

Financials

$230K$245K2023$443K$506K2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990$443,345$506,298-$62,953$538,836$243$538,593
December 31, 2023990$229,631$244,684-$15,053$601,714$168$601,546
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$313,510
of which government grants
$83,665
Program service revenue
$115,295
Investment income
$14,540
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Other salaries and wages
$244,125
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$266,460
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Legal fees
$1,310
Occupancy
$38,414
Depreciation
$34,138
Program services (functional)
$454,411
Management and general (functional)
$34,638
Fundraising (functional)
$17,249

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$601,714
Total assets, end of year
$538,836
Total liabilities, end of year
$243
Net assets, end of year
$538,593
Land, buildings and equipment
$184,643
Net assets without donor restrictions
$538,593
Gross receipts
$443,345
Employees
38
Volunteers
47
Year formed
2019
State of legal domicile
GA

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, 2024, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Katie BowkerSupportive Employment Manager
Key employee
40$43,899
Sabrina KirklandSupportive Employment Dev Dir
Former
32$30,390
Phyllis DeebDirector of Administration
Key employee
25$21,480
Diane KeenChairperson and Executive Director
Trustee or director, Officer
16$0
David LeBaronBoard Member
Trustee or director
1$0
Robert SinclairTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0
John DamianoBoard Member
Officer
1$0
Heather Hackett-HayesBoard Member
Officer
1$0
Glenn KeenCOO
Officer
10$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 7 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Nick CarberryVP Director of Operations
Former
40$80,000
Katie BowkerSupportive Employment Manager
Key employee
40$43,899
David LeBaronBoard Member
Trustee or director
1$0
Robert SinclairTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0
Diane KeenChairperson and Executive Dir
Trustee or director, Officer
25$0
Glenn KeenCOO
Officer
10$0
Phyllis DeebDirector of Administration
Key employee
15$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
900 ABBEY CT, ALPHARETTA, GA 30004-6008
In care of
% DIANE KEEN
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
Diane Keen, 900 Abbey Ct, Alpharetta, GA 30004
Signed the 990
DIANE KEEN, Chairperson
Phone
(678) 485-9794
Return prepared by
Keen & Company

Mission

Enhancing the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through social engagement, supportative employment and attainable housing.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • In 2024, Circle of Friends (CoF) expanded its supportive employment programs for neurodiverse adults. In July 2024, CoF opened Flourish Caf, a new integrated employment site offering job training and workplace skill development. Flourish Caf provided supportive employment opportunities for 23 neurodiverse adults who worked alongside typical peers, volunteers, and community members. The caf also served as a community space after hours for social events, wellness classes, and CoF meetings.CoF also continued to operate The Circuit Caf. The Circuit Caf employed 4 neurodiverse adults along with a caf manager and volunteers. Participants gained hands-on experience in customer service, communication, food preparation, and workplace responsibility. Together, Flourish Caf and The Circuit Caf offered consistent job-readiness training,meaningful employment experience, and intergenerational interaction that help neurodiverse adults develop workplace competencies
    Expenses $420,510 · revenue $115,296
  • During 2024, Circle of Friends (CoF) continued to provide meaningful social engagement opportunities for neurodiverse adults,older adults, and typical peers. CoF held monthly large-group events involving approximately 50 or more participants,as well as weekly small-group activities serving 520 individuals.These gatherings included recreational events,fitness activities and outings.CoF continued its Cooking Classes,where local chefs and trained volunteers taught essential cooking and kitchen-safety skills to neurodiverse adults. CoF also maintained its Community Garden and Garden Club,supported by members of the local Farm Bureau,where participants learned gardening skills,teamwork, and basic horticulture practices.New in 2024, CoF launched a Money Matters Class to introduce budgeting,financial awareness,and basic money-management skills.These programs reduce social social isolation,strengthen community connections,and help neurodiverse individuals build confidence
    Expenses $33,025
  • CoF worked with county and state officials, local housing coalitions, and community leaders to raise awareness of the significant challenges neurodiverse adults face in accessing affordable housing. CoF representatives participated in regional housing coalition meetings and were invited to speak at community events to present information on housing needs, barriers, and potential solutions.Throughout the year, CoF identified potential sites and submitted proposals and offers on properties. Although none were accepted, these efforts strengthened partnerships and improved organizational readiness for future development. CoF continues collaboration with public officials, planners, and developers toward the long-term goal of establishing an inclusive residential community where neurodiverse adults can maintain independence and thrive with appropriate support
    Expenses $876

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 yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026Not on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
35-2671302
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
2021
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Human services (P80)
Assets (IRS master file)
$538,836
Income (IRS master file)
$443,345

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2024$443,345$506,298$538,836XML
990December 2023$229,631$244,684$601,714XML
990December 2022$710,112$164,467$616,767IRS
990-EZDecember 2021–––IRS
990-EZDecember 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 35-2671302).

Questions about CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC

What is the EIN of CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC is 35-2671302.
Is CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2021.
Are donations to CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does CIRCLE OF FRIENDS 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 CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC due?
The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
Who is the principal officer of CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Diane Keen.
Who are the officers and directors of CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 9 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $43,899 (Katie Bowker, Supportive Employment Manager).
How much revenue does CIRCLE OF FRIENDS INC have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $443,345, expenses of $506,298 and total assets of $538,836 at year end.

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