Nonprofit · EIN 47-5462679
LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS
Also known as 47014 LULAC COUNCIL
Tax-exempt · PASCO, WA 99302
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 30, 2026 | 990 | $375,703 | $247,175 | $128,528 | $695,086 | -$4,765 | $699,851 |
| April 30, 2025 | 990 (amended) | $366,060 | $288,308 | $77,752 | $570,676 | $235 | $570,441 |
| April 30, 2024 | 990 (amended) | $261,343 | $143,656 | $117,687 | $685,354 | $152,820 | $532,534 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended April 30, 2026
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $375,703
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $22,000
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $116,941
- Travel
- $24,625
- Program services (functional)
- $245,164
- Management and general (functional)
- $2,011
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $570,676
- Total assets, end of year
- $695,086
- Total liabilities, end of year
- -$4,765
- Net assets, end of year
- $699,851
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $699,851
- Gross receipts
- $375,703
- Employees
- 0
- Year formed
- 2015
- State of legal domicile
- WA
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 April 30, 2026, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GABRIEL PORTUGAL | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| PAUL MENDEZ | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| NOEMI SIMENTAL | CHAIR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| EMMA MERCADO | VICE-PRESIDENT Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| SANDI VILLANUEVA | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| MICHAEL JARAMILLO | PARLAMENTARIAN Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended April 30, 2025: 6 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GABRIEL PORTUGAL | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| PAUL MENDEZ | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| NOEMI SIMENTAL | CHAIR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| EMMA MERCADO | VICE-PRESIDENT Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| SANDI VILLANUEVA | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| MICHAEL JARAMILLO | PARLAMENTARIAN Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended April 30, 2024: 6 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| FATIMA MARTINEZ | BOARD OF DIRECTORS Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| SAMANTHA RAMIREZ | BOARD OF DIRECTORS Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| OSCAR APARICIO | VP Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| GABRIEL PORTUGAL | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 4 | $0 |
| PAUL MENDEZ | INTERIM TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| ANA CLARO | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 3381, PASCO, WA 99302-3381
- In care of
- % GABRIEL PORTUGAL
- Mailing address (990-N for 2021)
- PO BOX 3381, PASCO WA 99302
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- GABRIEL PORTUGAL, PO BOX 3381, Pasco, WA 99302
- Principal officer (990-N for 2021)
- GABRIEL PORTUGAL, PO BOX 3381, PASCO WA 99302
- Signed the 990
- GABRIEL PORTUGAL, PRESIDENT
- Phone
- (509) 420-0596
- Return prepared by
- TAXES Y MAS
Mission
TO ADVANCE ECONOMIC, EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT, POLITICAL INFLUENCE, HEALTH AND CIVIL RIGHTS FOR THE HISPANIC POPULATION OF THE UNITED STATES.
Program accomplishments
- Sept 2, 2025 A Pacific Northwest League of United Latin American Citizens LULAC Youth Conference is being organized with the support of planning teams from Washington and Oregon. The conference is designed to serve approximately 150 high school students by providing resources and tools to support their transition into higher education or trade school pathways. After collaboration among the planning team, Clark College in Vancouver, Washington, was selected as the host site for the event, scheduled for October 2025Expenses $10,000
- Expenses $20,000
- Expenses $10,000
- March 11, 2026, A new Civic Engagement class, #Tu Voz, Tu Poder will be offered to 10 participants. The focus is on empowering community members by developing practical skills over 10 sessions. Participants analyze their social reality and strengthen their ability to organize collective efforts that create a positive impact on their environment. Participants are offered support in starting a project they believe will improve the lives of all in the community.Expenses $10,000
- We also started a Podcast: Nuestro Pueblo en la comunidad-Podcast is a platform derived from the Nuestro Pueblo radio program in Pasco, Washington. It is dedicated to fostering dialogue and exchanging information relevant to the audience. Available on Spotify, this space seeks to connect the community through topics of general interest, promoting active participation and serving as an essential communication bridge to strengthen the social fabric.Expenses $10,000
- March 16, 2026, Noche de Leonas, an event organized entirely by LULAC women. Each year, LULAC Tri-Cities hosts a gala that revolves around celebrating inspirational Latinas in the local community. This student-focused event serves as a beacon of empowerment, drawing Latina students from various corners of our community. As they witness the achievements of these women and connect with like-minded peers and mentors, students are inspired to embrace their potential, aspire to leadership roles, and drive positive change in their communities for generations to come. (Expenses $10,000
- We plan to provide free food distribution to six schools identified as low-income communities. To date, we have successfully delivered food to Amistad Elementary School, Kiona-Benton City Middle School, and Boys and Girls Club of Kennewick. We will continue expanding our efforts by supporting the remaining three identified schools through ongoing free food distribution initiatives.Expenses $12,000
- Voto Latinoamericano, an initiative aimed at empowering Latinx voters to actively increase voting participation. Same description of service accomplishments.Expenses $113,164
- Each year, we support the participation of our council members in several national and state LULAC conferences. In February, we attend the Washington D.C. Legislative Gala. In May, we participate in the Washington State LULAC Conference. In July, we join the National LULAC Convention.Expenses $30,000
- We provided guidance and support in establishing five new LULAC Councils in Tacoma, Wenatchee, the Tri-Cities, White Salmon, and Ridgefield. Each council operates independently and sets its own service priorities based on local community needs, with focus areas including health care, economic development, education, and other community-driven initiatives. Notably, we assisted the Tri-Cities Health Council #47033 in obtaining training and licensure from the Self-Management Resource Center to deliver diabetes prevention and education programs in the community.Expenses $4,500
- Sept. 25, 2025, started planning the creation of Latino Voting Rights survey aiming at getting answers about how to increase voting among Latino registered voters in Franklin County. We will need to partner with a university or College to collaborate with an Institution Review Board to comply with ethical standards for a scientific survey. We launched the survey May 1, 2026.Expenses $6,000
- Sept. 16, 2025, Coalition meeting of various community organizations concerned about the fears experienced by the immigrant community. At the meeting were: Tri-Cities Immigrant Coalition (TCIC), Washington Immigrant System Network (WAISN), Tri-Cities Diversity & Inclusion Council (TCDIC).Expenses $2,000
- August 4, 2026, created a digital bilingual English and Spanish monthly newsletter El Mensajero LULAC, the intention is to maintain the Latino community informed online about five main areas: Education, Economic Condition, Political Representation, Health Care and Civil Rights. The newsletter is available on our social media platforms.Expenses $3,000
- May 17, 2025, The Student Art Celebration brings together students from the Pasco School District, Richland School District, and Columbia Basin College to showcase their creativity and artistic achievement. Awards are presented for first, second, and third place in three age categories. This five-month art competition provides students with meaningful opportunities to develop and expand their talents in drawing and painting.Expenses $4,500
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 April, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | April 30, 2026 | September 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | April 30, 2025 | September 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | April 30, 2024 | September 16, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 47-5462679
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(4): Social welfare organization
- Donations deductible
- No
- Exempt since
- 1968
- Accounting year ends
- April
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Group exemption
- 1548: LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $695,086
- Income (IRS master file)
- $375,703
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | April 2026 | $375,703 | $247,175 | $695,086 | IRS |
| 990 | April 2025 | $366,060 | $288,308 | $570,676 | IRS |
| 990 | April 2024 | $261,343 | $143,656 | $685,354 | XML |
| 990 | April 2023 | $305,625 | $102,421 | $597,970 | IRS |
| 990-N for 2021 Officer: GABRIEL PORTUGAL | April 30, 2022 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: GABRIEL PORTUGAL | April 30, 2021 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2019 Officer: Gabriel Portugal | April 30, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2018 Officer: Gabriel Portugal | April 30, 2019 | ≤ $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 47-5462679).
Questions about LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS
- What is the EIN of LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS is 47-5462679.
- Is LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(4) since 1968.
- Are donations to LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS tax-deductible?
- No. The IRS master file says contributions to it are not deductible.
- Which annual return does LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS 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 LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending April 30, 2027) is due September 15, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended April 2026.
- Who is the principal officer of LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS?
- The 990 for the year ended April 30, 2026 names GABRIEL PORTUGAL.
- Who are the officers and directors of LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS?
- The 990 for the year ended April 30, 2026 lists 6 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICA CITIZENS have?
- On its 990 for the year ended April 30, 2026 it reported revenue of $375,703, expenses of $247,175 and total assets of $695,086 at year end.
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