Nonprofit · EIN 45-4383163
HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY
Tax-exempt · KINGWOOD, TX 77345
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $65,532 | $62,039 | $3,493 | $33,736 | $0 | $33,736 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $66,546
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Net income from sales of inventory
- -$1,014
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $43,061
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $40,061
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $4,908
- Printing, publications and postage
- $12,702
- Other expenses
- $4,368
- Program services (functional)
- $66,951
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $30,243
- Total assets, end of year
- $33,736
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $33,736
- Cash, savings and investments
- $33,736
- Gross receipts
- $66,557
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamara Lexow | Executive Director | 40 | $43,061 |
| Shannon Carr | Founder | 25 | $0 |
| Lagala Doran | Board President | 2 | $0 |
| Juana Mixon | Board Treasurer | 5 | $0 |
| Pam Wedow | Board Secretary | 2 | $0 |
| Amanda Robles | Board Vice Chair | 2 | $0 |
| Erin Chaffee | Board Member - Committee Lead | 2 | $0 |
| Emmy Lee | Board Member - Committee Lead | 2 | $0 |
| Samantha Cox | Board - Legal Advisor | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 2906 EAGLE CREEK DR, KINGWOOD, TX 77345-1312
- In care of
- % SHANNON DEITZ
- Mailing address (990-N for 2024)
- 2906 Eagle Creek Dr, Kingwood TX 77345
- Principal officer (990-N for 2024)
- Shannon Deitz, 2906 Eagle Creek Dr, Kingwood TX 77345
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Shannon McGraw Carr, Founder
- Phone
- (713) 775-9213
Mission
We aid in the long term recovery of adult survivors of abuse - mental, physical, sexual, emotional abuse and childhood neglect. We offer programs free of charge to the community and one on one to individuals to help heal from past wounds. We are a faith based organization.
Program accomplishments
- Program Service #2: Education, Awareness & Community Outreach Hopeful Hearts Ministry provides educational outreach to increase awareness of the long-term impact of abuse and trauma, while equipping communities, churches, and families to respond with compassion and informed care. In 2025, the organization conducted outreach initiatives including printed campaigns, digital resources, website-based educational materials, a podcast, and community networking efforts to expand survivor access to support services. These efforts help reduce stigma, encourage early intervention, and connect survivors to healing resources. The ministry maintains an online platform and digital communication channels to provide accessible trauma-informed education and faith-integrated healing content to a broad audience. Number of persons benefited: 4000+ Program expenses: $12,702.94Expenses $26,148
- Program Service #1: Survivor Support & Healing Programs Hopeful Hearts Ministry provides direct support services for adult survivors of sexual abuse, trauma, and relational wounds. In 2025, the organization offered trauma-informed healing programs including small group support opportunities, restorative healing yoga sessions, and retreat-based spiritual formation experiences designed to promote emotional, psychological, and spiritual healing. These services create safe, confidential environments where survivors can process trauma, build community, and develop healthy coping skills. Programming integrates faith-based reflection, trauma education, and holistic wellness practices. Number of persons benefited: 1072 Program expenses: $4,858.73Expenses $27,262 · grants $2,500
- Program Service #3: Annual Hope & Healing Gala (Mission-Focused Event) plus Management Hopeful Hearts Ministry hosts an annual mission-centered fundraising and awareness event that supports ongoing survivor programming while also increasing public education about trauma recovery and faith-based healing. The 2025 Gala provided survivor testimony, educational messaging, and community engagement opportunities, bringing together donors, volunteers, and participants committed to supporting survivors. Proceeds directly fund survivor services, retreats, and educational outreach programs. While revenue-generating, this event also functions as a primary awareness and engagement platform, expanding the organizations impact and strengthening community partnerships. Number of persons benefited: 300 Program expenses: $13,541.14Expenses $13,541
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-N on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-N on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 45-4383163
- 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
- 2013
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Human services (P62)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $33,736
- Income (IRS master file)
- $66,557
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $65,532 | $62,039 | $33,736 | XML |
| 990-N for 2024 Officer: Shannon Deitz | December 31, 2024 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2023 Officer: Shannon Deitz | December 31, 2023 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: Shannon Carr | December 31, 2022 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: Shannon M Deitz | December 31, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-EZ | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2014 Officer: Shannon Deitz | December 31, 2014 | ≤ $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 45-4383163).
Questions about HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY
- What is the EIN of HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY is 45-4383163.
- Is HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2013.
- Are donations to HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY 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 HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY 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 HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY 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 HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY?
- The 990-N for 2024 names Shannon Deitz.
- Who are the officers and directors of HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 9 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $43,061 (Tamara Lexow, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does HOPEFUL HEARTS MINISTRY have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $65,532, expenses of $62,039 and total assets of $33,736 at year end.
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