Nonprofit · EIN 81-2755747
TRULY VALUED INC
Tax-exempt · SARASOTA, FL 34234
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $382,404 | $396,093 | -$13,689 | $36,289 | $0 | $36,289 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 (amended) | $280,899 | $393,926 | -$113,027 | $49,978 | $0 | $49,978 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $346,582 | $277,361 | $69,221 | $163,005 | $0 | $163,005 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $330,721
- Program service revenue
- $30,670
- Investment income
- $0
- Net income from fundraising events
- $21,013
- Other revenue
- $21,013
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $73,134
- Other salaries and wages
- $123,325
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $241,385
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $6,300
- Occupancy
- $9,390
- Travel
- $5,521
- Program services (functional)
- $293,763
- Management and general (functional)
- $81,711
- Fundraising (functional)
- $20,619
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $49,978
- Total assets, end of year
- $36,289
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $36,289
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $36,289
- Gross receipts
- $382,404
- Employees
- 5
- Volunteers
- 25
- Year formed
- 2016
- State of legal domicile
- FL
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shavonne Johnson | CEO Highest-paid employee | 40 | $73,134 |
| Charles Whitfield | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Sharon Folta | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Amy Holmes | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Melissa Griffin | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Carlos Yancy | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Curtis Hayes | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 9 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shavonne Sams | CEO Key employee | 40 | $75,000 |
| Greg Alexandrea | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Dr LaShawn Frost | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Phyllis Battie | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Brigit Leonard | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Cameron Parker | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Terra Frazier | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Sharon Folta | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Charles Whitfield | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 6 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shavonne Sams | CEO Key employee | 40 | $56,477 |
| Kathy Jenkins | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Gregory Alexandrea | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| LaShawn Frost | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Brigit Leonard | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Phyllis Battie | Board of Director Officer | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 1750 17TH ST STE B, SARASOTA, FL 34234-8666
- In care of
- % SHAVONNE SAMS
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Shavonne Johnson, 1750 17TH ST STE B, SARASOTA, FL 34234
- Signed the 990
- Shavonne Johnson, CEO
- Phone
- (941) 365-9305
Mission
Our mission is to empower youth and families by fostering positive self-esteem promoting education and nurturing confidence and strong character that lead to lifelong growth and resilience.
Program accomplishments
- The I AM Academy successfully delivered comprehensive youth development programming focused on self-esteem character development academic engagement and social-emotional learning. During the reporting year the program served youth across multiple school-based and community settings supporting improved school attendance positive behavior and increased confidence. Participants engaged in structured workshops mentorship and evidence-informed curriculum designed to build resilience leadership and healthy decision-making skills. A majority of youth demonstrated measurable progress toward individualized goals including consistent program participation and improved academic engagement. Parents and caregivers reported high satisfaction with program services and observed positive changes in their childs behavior communication and motivation. The program also strengthened family engagement and community partnerships contributing to improved outcomes for youth and families in underserved communities.Expenses $223,026 · revenue $213,328
- The Nurturing Families program strengthened family stability and parent engagement by providing education support services and skill-building workshops designed to promote healthy family relationships and positive youth outcomes. In 2025 the program served families with school-aged youth through group sessions individual support and community referrals. 82% of participating parents caregivers achieved their primary outcome goals including increased knowledge of effective parenting strategies improved communication skills and stronger engagement in their childs education. Parents reported increased confidence in managing family challenges and supporting their childs social and emotional development. The program enhanced connections between families and community resources contributing to improved family functioning and long-term youth success.Expenses $57,581 · revenue $26,920
- In 2025 the RISE Academy delivered voluntary reentry and personal development programming to justice-involved participants while incarcerated. Of the 19 individuals enrolled 10 participants 52% successfully completed the program significantly exceeding the national completion average of approximately 10% for similar voluntary correctional programs. Throughout program participation zero disciplinary issues were reported reflecting strong behavioral engagement accountability and commitment to personal growth. Additionally four participants were released from incarceration during the reporting period and achieved positive reentry outcomes including full program engagement stable employment secure housing and no new offenses to date. The program demonstrated effectiveness in promoting rehabilitation reducing recidivism risk and supporting successful community reintegration.Expenses $13,156 · revenue $30,000
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 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 81-2755747
- 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
- 2016
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Youth development (O50)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $36,289
- Income (IRS master file)
- $382,404
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $382,404 | $396,093 | $36,289 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $280,899 | $393,926 | $49,978 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $346,582 | $277,361 | $163,005 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2018 | – | – | – | 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 81-2755747).
Questions about TRULY VALUED INC
- What is the EIN of TRULY VALUED INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of TRULY VALUED INC is 81-2755747.
- Is TRULY VALUED INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2016.
- Are donations to TRULY VALUED INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does TRULY VALUED 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 TRULY VALUED INC 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 TRULY VALUED INC 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 TRULY VALUED INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Shavonne Johnson.
- Who are the officers and directors of TRULY VALUED INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 7 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $73,134 (Shavonne Johnson, CEO).
- How much revenue does TRULY VALUED INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $382,404, expenses of $396,093 and total assets of $36,289 at year end.
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