HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES

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-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

PO BOX 910733, SHERMAN, TX 75091-0733

In care of

% TINA GARDNER

Mailing address (990-N for 2022)

PO BOX 910733, SHERMAN TX 75091

Principal officer (990-N for 2022)

Tina Tina Gardner, 2689 Ball Road, Whitewright TX 75491

Signed the 990-EZ

Fred Johnston, Treasurer

Phone

(903) 914-0732

Website

aheartmatter.org

Mission

Heart of the Matter Ministry's, HOAMM, purpose is to provide resources, services and initiatives that foster emotional, relational, physical and spiritual growth for living life with purpose.

Program accomplishments

• GRACE ADVOCACY, MENTORING, COACHING & COUNSELING - We believe that a strong circle of support is important for living a meaningful and purpose-filled life. When an individual is surrounded by healthy relationships, equipped with proper tools and supported by loved ones, everyday hurdles become less challenging. Our compassionate and well-trained mentors, advocates, Christian counselors and life coaches we are cultivating mental wellness in our community. Individual and Family Counseling - Success Coaching - Whole Heart Healing Ministry - Small Support Groups - Seminars, Workshops & Trainings. In this year this program spent 1,012 volunteer hours serving 74 participants.
  Expenses $37,407
• THE OPTIONS R.E.A.C.H YOUTH PROGRAM - Is program is designed to equip, empower, and encourage vulnerable youth to rise above their circumstances and reach their full God-given potential. We serve youth who are at risk, system-involved, or facing significant barriers, offering them constant mentoring, life skill training, spiritual guidance, and positive role models. Through partnership with local schools, juvenile justice programs and community agencies, Options REACH creates a safe, supportive environment where students can grow in confidence, character and competence. Our sessions cover everything from emotional wellness and conflict resolution to personal finance, career readiness, and faith-based identity formation. This program exists to bridge the gap between where youth are and where God is calling them to be, offering them real options for a better future and a clear path toward lasting transformation. This year this program spent 1,092 volunteer hours serving 341 participants.
  Expenses $19,301
• LIFE ENRICHMENT Classes, Workshops and Events - Is designed to holistically support individuals and families on their journey toward wholeness and purpose. Rooted in the love of Christ and build on the foundation of restoration, relational ministry, this program offers a pathway for personal growth and empowerment. the Life Enrichment Program helps participants thrive in every season of life by offering education, community, and life skills. in this program it provided 840 hours in the following sessions: Widows Care & Support to 143 participants, Mental Health Care support to 216 participants, to the Chronic Homeless support to 16 participants, to 18 Veterans
  Expenses $16,079
• AMBASSADOR ACADEMY - A Leadership Development Program established to grow the gifts and talents planted within us all. Participants are encouraged to develop and flourish in the calling God has for them individually. The Ambassador's Leadership Academy was founded on the desire to be servants of the Lord in raising leaders and world changers. The call to develop and grow God given purpose, using the gifts planted deep within each of us from the time of creation is how the Ambassador's Leadership Academy was birthed. Knowing and Growing in Your Core Values. Pathway to Purpose - Discovering Your Gifts and Talents, E squared - Entrepreneurs Go Forth! Come and See, Come and Learn, Come Follow Me - Leadership in Action. In this year this program spent 280 volunteer hours serving 62 participants.
  Expenses $6,728
• CREATORS STUDIO - The Creators Studio is a space using the simplicity of arts and crafts to bring creativity and beauty to the environment, community and to each other. Creative art expression can bring joy, health, and well-being as individuals work with their hands, mind, and spirit through a whole health life mission. We give people the opportunity to try different activities that involve creative art expression, including: The Potter's Corner, Beyond The Studio - Art Expression Workshops, Open Studio Classes, In the Garden - Creatives Gather. This year this program spent 200 volunteer hours serving 144 participants.
  Expenses $3,238
• COMMUNITY OUTREACH SERVICES - HOAMM, provides crucial support to individuals transitioning from local shelters to housing sustainability. Our resources and outreach efforts included providing emergency food assistance, gas cards, clothing, household furniture, beds, hygiene items and hotel vouchers. These essential provisions played a vital role in ensuring the smooth transition of families and individuals into stable housing situations, offering them a sense of security and stability during a critical period of transition. These services were provided to 549 individuals and/or families this year.
  Expenses $2,995
• HOPE AND RESTORATION - This program exists to walk with individuals and families through some of life's most difficult seasons - offering not just temporary relief, but lasting transformation. Grounded in Christ-centered compassion, this program meets people at their point of need - whether they are overcome by trauma, negating crisis, experiencing grief, or rebuilding after loss. Through strategic partnership, wraparound support service, and a strong foundation of faith, we help restore hope, dignity, and purpose. At the heart of the Hope and Restoration Program is the belief that healing is possible and hope is alive. Our goal is not to meet immediate needs, but to foster wholeness-spirit, soul, and body. and to see lives restored for the glory of God. In this year this program spent 96 volunteer hours serving 68 participants.
  Expenses $1,636

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

84-3058468

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

2019

Accounting year ends

December

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

Human services (P99)

Assets (IRS master file)

$61,716

Income (IRS master file)

$83,220

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 84-3058468).

Questions about HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES

What is the EIN of HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES?

The employer identification number (EIN) of HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES is 84-3058468.

Is HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2019.

Are donations to HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES tax-deductible?

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

Which annual return does HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES 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 HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES 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 HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES 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 HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES?

The 990-N for 2022 names Tina Tina Gardner.

Who are the officers and directors of HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES?

The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 8 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $16,400 (Tina Gardner, President).

How much revenue does HEART OF A MATTER MINISTRIES have?

On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $83,220, expenses of $76,241 and total assets of $61,716 at year end.

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