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Nonprofit · EIN 88-1438310

REFINE KC SCHOOL

Also known as REFINE KC

Tax-exempt · KANSAS CITY, MO 64157

Financials

$194K$200K2023$269K$242K2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of REFINE KC SCHOOL by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
June 30, 2025990$269,205$242,144$27,061$125,380$2,621$122,759
June 30, 2024990-EZ$193,873$199,863-$5,990$86,557$0$86,557
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$54,958
Program service revenue
$205,528
Investment income
$390
Net income from fundraising events
$6,767
Other revenue
$8,329

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$91,425
Other salaries and wages
$83,224
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$187,916
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Accounting fees
$742
Occupancy
$14,100
Program services (functional)
$228,580
Management and general (functional)
$13,564

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$86,557
Total assets, end of year
$125,380
Total liabilities, end of year
$2,621
Net assets, end of year
$122,759
Net assets without donor restrictions
$122,759
Gross receipts
$269,806
Employees
5
Volunteers
6
Year formed
2022
State of legal domicile
MO

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 June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Matt BarnardBoard President Principal Teacher
Officer
70$53,040
Amanda ZaringBoard Secretary Director of Admissions Teacher
Officer
60$38,385
Ryan ZaringBoard Vice-President
Officer
4$0
Stefani MitchellBoard Director
Trustee or director
2$0
Nelson NissleyBoard Director
Trustee or director
2$0
990-EZ for the year ended June 30, 2024: 6 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Matt BarnardBoard Director. Principal. Teacher70$34,661
Amanda ZaringBoard Secretary. Coordinator. Teacher60$17,486
Amy BarnardBoard Director. Marketing. Teacher60$9,350
Nelson NissleyBoard Director10$0
Stefani MitchellBoard Director2$0
Ryan ZaringBoard Director4$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
10128 N WALLACE AVE, KANSAS CITY, MO 64157-7894
In care of
% MATT BARNARD
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
Matt Barnard, 10128 N Wallace Ave, Kansas City, MO 64157
Signed the 990
Matt Barnard, Administrator Board President
Phone
(816) 800-9192

Mission

The purpose is to provide the Kansas City Missouri area with Christian education through the establishment of one or more private schools for students from Kindergarten through 12th grade. The mission is to develop academic and spiritual leaders through personalized learning service and discipleship in a Christ-centered community.

990 for the year ended June 30, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Refine KC School served 40 students and over 20 families. Four faculty members taught classes in Bible Math English Social Studies Science and Physical Education. The school also had a para-educator plus many volunteers who helped students academically taught art and taught life skills such as woodworking and cooking. Students used their musical talents to lead weekly chapel services. Faculty supported students as they became leaders in preparing the schools yearbook and to plan various school activities.
    Expenses $174,352
  • Through sharing space with our partner church we have more areas to use as classrooms. We have spaces that can be used by all of our students for devotion chapel physical education and lunch and spaces that allow us to separate elementary and secondary students academically. The additional space has allowed teachers to not only personalize learning better but fosters better collaboration for students. There also exists a common area to house school supplies that can also be used for teacher collaboration.
    Expenses $14,100
  • Because our educational niche is to personalize learning we have witnessed a lot of growth in our students especially those who have been a part of our school all three years. Our students not only are improving in the core academic areas but they are improving in their critical thinking skills and in their drive to use their God-given abilities to the fullest. Some students who were working on grade level have now exceeded the curriculum suited to their age. Some students who enrolled in our school behind grade level have made great progress to get back on grade level. Our curriculum is rigorous yet flexible allowing teachers to reach all levels of ability.
    Expenses $10,144
  • Special School Events field trips and school celebrations to promote fellowship among students and families
    Expenses $338
  • Student Assessments testing achievement levels in math and reading
    Expenses $320
  • Yearbook Expense students created the schools yearbook
    Expenses $479
  • Background Checks
    Expenses $84
  • Office Supplies & Copier
    Expenses $7,665
  • Furniture & Equipment
    Expenses $681
  • Insurance
    Expenses $5,818
  • Accounting
    Expenses $742
  • Maintenance Snow Removal Improvements
    Expenses $213
  • Marketing
    Expenses $371
  • Miscellaneous Expense
    Expenses $363
  • Parent Ambassador Committee support students and the school
    Expenses $861
  • Staff Development
    Expenses $219
  • Substitute Pay
    Expenses $2,531
  • Technology school platform subscriptions website email accessories
    Expenses $9,299

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 June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025June 30, 2026November 16, 2026Not due yet
2024June 30, 2025November 17, 2025990 on file
2023June 30, 2024November 15, 2024990-EZ on file

IRS record

EIN
88-1438310
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
School
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2022
Accounting year ends
June
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Education (B20)
Assets (IRS master file)
$125,380
Income (IRS master file)
$269,806

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990June 2025$269,205$242,144$125,380IRS
990-EZJune 2024$193,873$199,863$86,557XML
990-EZJune 2023–––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 88-1438310).

Questions about REFINE KC SCHOOL

What is the EIN of REFINE KC SCHOOL?
The employer identification number (EIN) of REFINE KC SCHOOL is 88-1438310.
Is REFINE KC SCHOOL tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2022.
Are donations to REFINE KC SCHOOL tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does REFINE KC SCHOOL 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 REFINE KC SCHOOL due?
The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did REFINE KC SCHOOL last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.
Who is the principal officer of REFINE KC SCHOOL?
The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names Matt Barnard.
Who are the officers and directors of REFINE KC SCHOOL?
The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 5 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $53,040 (Matt Barnard, Board President Principal Teacher).
How much revenue does REFINE KC SCHOOL have?
On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $269,205, expenses of $242,144 and total assets of $125,380 at year end.

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