COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS

Financials

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.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

941 LAFOND AVE SUITE 205, SAINT PAUL, MN 55104-2110

Principal officer (990 for 2024)

ThaoMee Xiong, 941 Lafond Ave 205, St Paul, MN 55104

Signed the 990

ThaoMee Xiong, Executive Director

Phone

(651) 756-7210

Website

www.caalmn.org

Return prepared by

Abdo LLP

Mission

The Coalition of Asian American Leaders (CAAL) is a network organization of Asian Minnesotan leaders harnessing our collective power to improve the lives of community.

Program accomplishments

• Partnership: Last year, all four LinkingLeaders partner organizations CAAL, AALF, LatinoLEAD, and Tiwahewelcomed four Managing Directors to help lead and strengthen our collective work. This strategic growth has significantly enhanced our capacity to build deeper, more meaningful relationships across our communities.This expansion also paved the way for a major milestone: the launch of our first-ever Cross-Racial Solidarity workshop. This event marked a powerful step forward in our shared commitment to advancing cross-cultural, racial, and ethnic engagement and solidarity. We are now poised to move beyond internal practices and relationships, bringing LinkingLeaders into new faces and spacesuplifting real-world examples of how community organizations like ours can support the spirit of solidarity.
  Expenses $165,751 · grants $15,750
• Policy and Advocy: CAAL worked on an appropriation bill and monitored previous bills that passed this legislative session. In addition to key legislative victories, CAAL remains a trusted voice at the Capitolbuilding bipartisan relationships and collaborating with elected officials who are committed to Asian American issues. Through cross-racial coalition work, CAAL partners with multiple organizations, and our systems change successes are a direct result of these collaborative efforts. We worked on ethnic studies, immigration, anti-Asian hate, economic development, voting rights, and access to healthcare.
  Expenses $301,861 · revenue $95,563
• Movement Building: CAAL expanded its network from 5,500 to 5,800 over the past year, driven by our policy initiatives, civic engagement efforts, and leadership support programs. Participation in CAAL's programs continues to grow, particularly among youth and parents. We are actively expanding in seven major school districts: Centennial, St. Paul, Edina, Osseo, Dakota, Anoka-Hennepin, and South Washington.Parents and students from these districts are deeply engaged in our advocacy work on Ethnic Studies and Anti-Asian Hate, helping ensure that Asian American students feel seen, heard, andmost importantlysafe in their schools.We continue to work with educators, such as teachers, para-professionals, executive administrators, and school board members to educate and influence policy priorities and school safety for Asian Americans and academic achievement.
  Expenses $357,853 · grants $5,500
• Communication: CAAL brings together leaders across sectors, generations, and Asian ethnic communities by convening, facilitating, and nurturing collaborative spaces. Through intentional relationship-building, CAAL strengthens cross-sector partnerships and fosters collective leadership to drive systems change.
  Expenses $94,689
• Fiscal Sponsorships: CAAL continued to lead impactful work across education, civic engagement, legislative advocacy, and organizational growth in 2024:Education & Racial Solidarity: Continued the second cohort of the Education Racial Solidarity Program, funded by Saint Paul Public Schools, training 4 parents and 7 students. The cohort presented their projects to education leaders, including principals, teachers, school board members, district leaders, and the Superintendent, highlighting community-driven solutions and perspectives.Civic Engagement: CAAL partnered with civic engagement organizations to conduct door knocking, phone banking, and post-voter surveys aimed at monitoring policy implementation and analyzing the voting participation and experiences of Asian American communities.Additionally, CAAL collaborated with organizations in Greater Minnesota to engage Asian Americans in rural areas with limited access to resources. We hosted a Civic Engagement event in Worthington, Marshall, and Tracy, providing educational resources and emphasizing the importance of voting. The event was supported by bipartisan legislative leaders, reinforcing CAAL's commitment to inclusive and representative civic participation.Legislative Advocacy: Secured a $200,000 appropriation for the rebranded CAAL Ignite Program, originally launched in 2017 as the SPARK Leadership Fund. The program now provides financial support to individuals, nonprofits, and small businesses, with a focus on strengthening community leadership and economic resilience. This year's appropriation is specifically designated to support Asian women entrepreneurs, advancing equity and opportunity in underserved communities.CAAL hosted a highly successful Day at the Capitol with 200+ attendees, 20+ legislative visits, and participation from the Governor, Lt. Governor, and bipartisan legislative supporters.Convened a cross-generational group of volunteers to support civic engagement with post-voter surveys in high concentration voting districts. We advocated for and saw the results of increase inclusivity and welcomeness at voting polls to ensure all people were supported when voting, regardless of linguistic or cultural differences and challenges.
  Expenses $390,843 · grants $225,000
• General ProgramsOrganizational Growth: Expanded the team to 8 staff members, including a Senior Program Manager and a Senior Grantmaking Manager.Significantly increased grantmaking capacity to support larger and more impactful community initiatives. We supported over a dozen community events and nonprofits to ensure successful financial and participation.The Executive and Network Director presented and attended multiple national conferences and events to discuss the specific issues related to Asian Minnesotans and how those learnings can benefit the larger Asian American movement across the country. The CAAL team continues to expand their personal knowledge and skills through reading, meeting, and participating in conferences and special initiatives.
  Expenses $73,956 · revenue $3,560

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.

IRS record

EIN

81-0874603

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

2017

Accounting year ends

December

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

Arts, culture and humanities (A23)

Assets (IRS master file)

$5,824,255

Income (IRS master file)

$3,857,954

Filing history

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 81-0874603).

Questions about COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS

What is the EIN of COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS?

The employer identification number (EIN) of COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS is 81-0874603.

Is COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2017.

Are donations to COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS tax-deductible?

Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).

Which annual return does COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS 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 COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS 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 COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS 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 COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS?

The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names ThaoMee Xiong.

Who are the officers and directors of COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS?

The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 9 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $163,099 (ThaoMee Xiong, Executive Director).

How much revenue does COALITION OF ASIAN AMERICAN LEADERS have?

On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $3,857,954, expenses of $1,828,898 and total assets of $5,824,255 at year end.

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