Nonprofit · EIN 88-2102754
BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION
Tax-exempt · BUFFALO, NY 14214
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $148,600 | $156,469 | -$7,869 | $22,747 | – | $22,747 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $114,997 | $97,034 | $17,963 | $127,650 | $97,034 | $30,616 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $146,300
- Net income from fundraising events
- -$2,700
- Other revenue
- $5,000
Expenses
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $154,969
- Printing, publications and postage
- $1,500
- Program services (functional)
- $143,010
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $30,616
- Total assets, end of year
- $22,747
- Total liabilities, end of year
- –
- Net assets, end of year
- $22,747
- Cash, savings and investments
- $22,747
- Gross receipts
- $152,800
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 May 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marnetta Malcolm | President | 20 | $0 |
| Iris Boston | Vice President | 0.01 | $0 |
| Joyce Stokes | Secretary | 0.01 | $0 |
| Benjamine Boston | Board Member | 0.1 | $0 |
| John Elmore Esq | Board Member | 2 | $0 |
| Robin McCleod | Treasurer | 0.1 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 4 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marnetta Malcolm | President | 20 | $0 |
| Iris Boston | Vice President | 0.01 | $0 |
| Joyce Stokes | Secretary | 0.01 | $0 |
| Benjamine Boston | Treasurer | 0.01 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 156 UNIVERSITY AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14214-1227
- In care of
- % MARNETTA A MALCOLM
- Mailing address (990-N for 2021)
- 156 University Ave, Buffalo NY 14214
- Principal officer (990-N for 2021)
- Marnetta Malcolm, 156 University Ave, Buffalo NY 14214
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Marnetta Malcolm, President
Mission
The Buffalo Funk Fest Foundation Inc. mission is to produce promote and provide sustainability for Buffalo Funk Fest Weekend and Jefferson Avenue Friday Night Live through partnerships that benefit the City of Buffalo residents. Buffalo Funk Fest and Jefferson Avenue Friday Night Live are free and open to the public events that enhance our arts and culture through live entertainment from national and local artists. We support community pride by providing information and resources that encourage engagement while fostering relationships with businesses to build economic growth and improve the quality of life in Buffalos disadvantaged neighborhoods
Program accomplishments
- The mission of the Buffalo Funk Fest Foundation Inc. is to organize promote and ensure the sustainability of Buffalo Funk Fest Weekend and Jefferson Avenue Friday Night Live. These events open to the public free of charge aim to enrich the arts and culture scene by showcasing live performances by both national and local artists. We strive to cultivate community pride by offering information and resources that promote involvement as well as by establishing partnerships with businesses to stimulate economic development and enhance the standard of living in underprivileged areas of Buffalo. The estimated attendance for Buffalo Funk Fest over the three-day period exceeds 10,000 participants.Expenses $92,570 · grants $93,350
- Jefferson Avenue Friday Night Live is a summer series community-driven initiative providing a vibrant free and accessible space for families and individuals to gather celebrate and connect with their neighbors. This series aims to promote healing and joy following the May 14th Tops massacre offering critical social services cultural exchange entertainment and community solidarity. It is founded on the belief that community ownership and participation are essential for fostering healing boosting local economies and creating inclusive spaces for all to thrive. Since its start Friday Night Live has successfully united people of all ages and backgrounds offering social services entertainment music food and community support. It serves as a welcoming free event for Buffalos Black community and beyond emphasizing a safe and inclusive environment for healing and connection. The success of Friday Night Live is owed to its grassroots approach. Local artists musicians food vendors and organizations collaborate to showcase the diverse cultures and talents within our community. The series nurtures a sense of ownership and empowerment with those involved in organizing the event also benefiting from it. This event spans one city block with an estimated weekly attendance averaging 1500 people per week over 9 weeks in the summer.Expenses $44,013 · grants $51,580
- Our Christmas in the Community Party is free and open to the public providing entertainment vendors community resources and engagement. Families enjoy interactive activities that encourage giving back to the community during the holiday season. The estimated attendance is 600.Expenses $6,427 · grants $4,900
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 May, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | May 31, 2026 | October 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | May 31, 2025 | October 15, 2025 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2023 | May 31, 2024 | October 15, 2024 | Check at the IRS |
IRS record
- EIN
- 88-2102754
- 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
- 2022
- Accounting year ends
- May
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Youth development (O50)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $22,747
- Income (IRS master file)
- $152,800
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | May 2025 | $148,600 | $156,469 | $22,747 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $114,997 | $97,034 | $127,650 | XML |
| 990-N for 2021 Officer: Marnetta Malcolm | May 31, 2022 | ≤ $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 88-2102754).
Questions about BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION
- What is the EIN of BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION is 88-2102754.
- Is BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2022.
- Are donations to BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does BUFFALO FUNK FEST 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 BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending May 31, 2026) is due October 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended May 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION?
- The 990-N for 2021 names Marnetta Malcolm.
- Who are the officers and directors of BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2025 lists 6 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does BUFFALO FUNK FEST FOUNDATION have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended May 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $148,600, expenses of $156,469 and total assets of $22,747 at year end.
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