Nonprofit · EIN 47-2482982
NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP
Tax-exempt · NASHVILLE, TN 37214
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $181,077 | $218,369 | -$37,292 | $43,497 | $0 | $43,497 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $189,415 | $221,911 | -$32,496 | $81,524 | $735 | $80,789 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $174,520 | $177,662 | -$3,142 | $114,020 | $735 | $113,285 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $181,077
- of which government grants
- $10,780
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $78,000
- Other salaries and wages
- $40,916
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $129,318
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $7,570
- Occupancy
- $2,994
- Program services (functional)
- $180,790
- Management and general (functional)
- $27,158
- Fundraising (functional)
- $10,421
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $81,524
- Total assets, end of year
- $43,497
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $43,497
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $43,497
- Gross receipts
- $181,077
- Employees
- 19
- Volunteers
- 27
- Year formed
- 2014
- State of legal domicile
- TN
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashiya Swan | Executive Director Officer, Key employee, Highest-paid employee | 40 | $78,000 |
| MacKenzie Milon | Board President Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Brittainy Hall | Board Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Latifah Muhammad | Board Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Adell Neal | Board Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Mary Agee | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Katrinna Collins | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Ashley Hayes | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Stephanie Mosley-Mayberry | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Courtney Nyange | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 7 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashiya Swan | Executive Director | 40 | $60,000 | $18,000 |
| MacKenzie Milon | Board President | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Brittainy Hall | Board Vice President | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Latifah Muhammad | Board Secretary | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Adell Neal | Board Treasurer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Stephanie Mosley-Mayberry | Board Member | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Katrinna Collins | Board Member | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashiya Swan | Executive Director | 40 | $60,000 | $18,000 |
| Mary Agee | Board President | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Brittainy Hall | Board Vice President | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike DuBose | Board Secretary | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| William Haley | Board Treasurer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Randy Taylor | Board Member | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Adell Neal | Board Member | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Latifah Muhammad | Board Member | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| MacKenzie Milon | Board Member | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Stephanie Mosley-Mayberry | Board Member | 1 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 104 FITZPATRICK CT, NASHVILLE, TN 37214-3956
- In care of
- % GARLINDA BURTON
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Ashiya Swan, PO Box 120308, Nashville, TN 37212
- Signed the 990
- Ashiya Swan, Executive Director
- Phone
- (615) 359-1656
- Return prepared by
- LSM Accounting Collective
Mission
The Nashville Freedom School Partnership(C) uses literacy to instill cultural pride, self-assurance, and active citizenship with a primary focus on children of color.
Program accomplishments
- Summer Literacy and Cultural Enrichment Program Services Provided: NFSP operates a six-week summer literacy program serving children in grades K-8 in historically underserved Nashville communities. The program uses the Children's Defense Fund (CDF) Freedom Schools Integrated Reading Curriculum (IRC) to promote reading proficiency, cultural pride, and leadership development. Daily activities include high-quality literacy instruction, social-emotional learning, civic engagement, and enrichment opportunities such as STEM, arts, and dance. Persons Benefited: In 2025, NFSP served 42 scholars across locations in North Nashville. Scholars received personalized instruction in a 10:1 scholar-to-teacher ratio, ensuring individualized support. Impact: In 2025, 78.3% of NFSP scholars maintained or improved their reading levels, with an average reading level increase of seven months. Scholars also demonstrated increased social-emotional competencies, including improved self-confidence, conflict resolution, and civic engagement. Parents reported high satisfaction, with 100% stating that the program positively impacted their children's social and academic developmentExpenses $124,244 · revenue $124,244
- Servant Leader Intern (SLI) Training and Development Services Provided: NFSP provides a leadership development program for college-aged young adults, who serve as Servant Leader Interns (SLIs). SLIs receive over 90 hours of training in culturally responsive teaching strategies, classroom management, and mentorship, equipping them to lead literacy instruction and serve as role models for scholars. Persons Benefited: In 2025, NFSP trained 6 SLIs who facilitated summer programming. Impact: SLIs reported significant growth in leadership skills, self-empowerment, and academic/career development. They gained hands-on teaching experience and community engagement skills, preparing them for careers in education and nonprofit workExpenses $55,046 · revenue $55,046
- Family and Community Engagement Initiatives Services Provided: NFSP hosts weekly family engagement events designed to strengthen the home-school connection, provide resources to families, and foster a supportive community. These events include parent workshops, networking opportunities, and shared meals. Persons Benefited: NFSP engaged over 30 families in 2025, offering training and resources to support their children's learning and development. Impact: 100% of parents surveyed reported increased confidence in supporting their child's education, and many expressed a newfound commitment to social action. Parent testimonials highlighted the program's impact on their children's enthusiasm for learning and readingExpenses $1,500 · revenue $1,500
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-EZ on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 47-2482982
- 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
- 2015
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Education (B90)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $43,497
- Income (IRS master file)
- $181,077
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $181,077 | $218,369 | $43,497 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $189,415 | $221,911 | $81,524 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $174,520 | $177,662 | $114,020 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2021 | – | – | – | 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 47-2482982).
Questions about NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP
- What is the EIN of NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP is 47-2482982.
- Is NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2015.
- Are donations to NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP 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 NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP 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 NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Ashiya Swan.
- Who are the officers and directors of NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 10 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $78,000 (Ashiya Swan, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does NASHVILLE FREEDOM SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $181,077, expenses of $218,369 and total assets of $43,497 at year end.
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