Nonprofit · EIN 87-4005565
LIFT UP LEXINGTON INC
Tax-exempt · LEXINGTON, KY 40508
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 31, 2025 | 990 | $123,120 | $185,073 | -$61,953 | $9,300 | $0 | $9,300 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended January 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $121,306
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Net income from fundraising events
- $1,814
- Other revenue
- $1,814
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Program services (functional)
- $184,175
- Management and general (functional)
- $898
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $3,253
- Total assets, end of year
- $9,300
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $9,300
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $9,300
- Gross receipts
- $123,430
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 1,280
- Year formed
- 2021
- State of legal domicile
- KY
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 January 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KATIE KEYS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 20 | $0 |
| JENNIFER COAKLEY | TREASURER Officer | 15 | $0 |
| RAMONA HENDERSON FRYE | SECRETARY Officer | 5 | $0 |
| ELIZABETH CHATTERTON | BOARD MEMBER Officer | 10 | $0 |
| SARALYN KINGSOLVER | BOARD MEMBER Officer | 5 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 621 W MAIN ST APT 104, LEXINGTON, KY 40508-2059
- In care of
- % KATIE KEYS
- Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
- 621 W MAIN ST 104, LEXINGTON KY 40508
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Katie Keys, 621 W MAIN ST, 104, LEXINGTON, KY 40508
- Principal officer (990-N for 2023)
- Katie Keys, 621 W MAIN ST, 104, LEXINGTON KY 40508
- Signed the 990
- KATIE KEYS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- Phone
- (859) 475-6980
- Website
- OPERATIONSECRETSANTA.ORG
Mission
Operation Secret Santa delivers Christmas magic by meeting families exactly where they are; right at their doorstep. Our mission is to remove all barriers to access by providing gifts food and essential support directly to households across Central Kentucky. Through community-powered generosity and hands-on service we ensure every family feels seen supported and celebrated.
Program accomplishments
- In 2024 the organization served approximately 2,700 families and more than 7,000 children across Central Kentucky. Families were nominated by schools social workers and community partners with no application fees income documentation or early cut-off dates required. Volunteers assembled and delivered individualized gift packages and food boxes ensuring dignity accessibility and reduced transportation barriers for families who might otherwise go without holiday support.Expenses $184,175
- During the reporting year more than 1,200 volunteers participated in gift sorting bike assembly food box preparation and doorstep deliveries. The organization leveraged significant in-kind donations including toys bicycles food and logistical support allowing donated funds to be maximized for direct program impact.0
- As part of its holiday programming Operation Secret Santa distributes bicycles and safety equipment to children lacking access to reliable transportation or recreational opportunities. In 2024 the organization refurbished and distributed approximately 300 bicycles and helmets prioritizing children identified by partner agencies as having the greatest need.0
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 January, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | January 31, 2026 | June 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | January 31, 2025 | June 16, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | January 31, 2024 | June 17, 2024 | 990-N on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 87-4005565
- 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
- 2022
- Accounting year ends
- January
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Human services (P40)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $9,300
- Income (IRS master file)
- $123,430
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | January 2025 | $123,120 | $185,073 | $9,300 | XML |
| 990-N for 2023 Officer: Katie Keys | January 31, 2024 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: Katie Keys | January 31, 2023 | ≤ $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 87-4005565).
Questions about LIFT UP LEXINGTON INC
- What is the EIN of LIFT UP LEXINGTON INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of LIFT UP LEXINGTON INC is 87-4005565.
- Is LIFT UP LEXINGTON INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2022.
- Are donations to LIFT UP LEXINGTON INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does LIFT UP LEXINGTON 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 LIFT UP LEXINGTON INC due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending January 31, 2026) is due June 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did LIFT UP LEXINGTON INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended January 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of LIFT UP LEXINGTON INC?
- The 990 for the year ended January 31, 2025 names Katie Keys.
- Who are the officers and directors of LIFT UP LEXINGTON INC?
- The 990 for the year ended January 31, 2025 lists 5 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does LIFT UP LEXINGTON INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended January 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $123,120, expenses of $185,073 and total assets of $9,300 at year end.
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