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Nonprofit · EIN 85-2712581

FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION

Tax-exempt · MEMPHIS, TN 38116

Financials

$111K$26K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990-EZ$111,058$25,653$85,405$85,405$0$85,405
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$15,000
Program service revenue
$96,058
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$0
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$25,653
Program services (functional)
$25,653

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$0
Total assets, end of year
$85,405
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$85,405
Cash, savings and investments
$85,405
Gross receipts
$111,058

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.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Michael MasseyBoard President2$0
Christopher FranceschiExecutive Director5$0
Ivory StewartBoard Treasurer5$0
Doreen DeJesus HarperBoard Secretary1$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
1943 LYNNBROOK PL, MEMPHIS, TN 38116-3611
Mailing address (990-N for 2024)
1943 Lynnbrook Place, Memphis TN 38116
Principal officer (990-N for 2024)
Christopher Franceschi, 1943 Lynnbrook Place, Memphis TN 38116
Signed the 990-EZ
Ivory Stewart, Treasurer
Phone
(901) 628-2743

Mission

To equip young people with media and content-creation skills and workforce readiness through hands-on training and mentorship.

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Young Content Creators (YCC) empowers youth through career-connected education, workforce development, and creative technology training. During the year, YCC provided students with hands-on learning experiences in digital media, graphic design, photography, videography, music production, podcasting, drone technology, and content creation while exposing participants to high-demand careers in the creative economy. YCC partnered with schools, community organizations, and youth-serving agencies to deliver in-school, after-school, and workforce development programming designed to increase student engagement, develop industry-relevant technical skills, and prepare participants for postsecondary education and employment. Students completed project-based learning experiences while developing professional portfolios and earning opportunities to pursue industry-recognized credentials. Program accomplishments included: Served youth through school-based and community programs focused on digital media and creative workforce development. Delivered career exploration and technical training in Adobe Creative Cloud, photography, videography, podcast production, music production, branding, and entrepreneurship. Expanded access to industry-recognized certification pathways, including Adobe Certified Professional preparation and workforce readiness training. Provided mentorship, leadership development, and employability skills, including communication, teamwork, project management, financial literacy, and client engagement. Connected students with paid internships, real-world media production projects, and experiential learning opportunities through partnerships with local businesses and nonprofit organizations. Supported justice-involved youth through restorative workforce development programming designed to reduce barriers to employment while increasing educational engagement and career readiness. Produced measurable student outcomes, including improved school engagement, increased confidence in career planning, enhanced technical skill development, and successful completion of creative portfolio projects. YCC remains committed to creating equitable pathways into creative and technology careers by equipping young people with marketable skills, professional certifications, mentorship, and opportunities that prepare them for college, entrepreneurship, and sustainable employment. During the reporting period, YCC maintained a 100% program completion rate, achieved a 97% improvement in student attendance and engagement, documented an 89.7% positive change in student attitudes and beliefs, and supported 100% of participating seniors in graduating on time.
    Expenses $25,653

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 yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990-EZ on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-N on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-N on file

File the 2026 990-EZ for FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION

Due May 17, 2027 · e-filed with the IRS by 990.tax, an IRS-authorized e-file provider

IRS record

EIN
85-2712581
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
2020
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$85,405
Income (IRS master file)
$111,058

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2025$111,058$25,653$85,405XML
990-N for 2024
Officer: Christopher Franceschi
December 31, 2024≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2023
Officer: Christopher Franceschi
December 31, 2023≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2022
Officer: Christopher Franceschi
December 31, 2022≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2020
Officer: Christopher Franceschi
December 31, 2020≤ $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 85-2712581).

Questions about FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION

What is the EIN of FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION?
The employer identification number (EIN) of FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION is 85-2712581.
Is FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2020.
Are donations to FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION 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 FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION 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 FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION 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 FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION?
The 990-N for 2024 names Christopher Franceschi.
Who are the officers and directors of FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 4 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does FRANCESCHI FOUNDATION have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $111,058, expenses of $25,653 and total assets of $85,405 at year end.

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