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Nonprofit · EIN 93-2636776

LEVEL UP PROJECT

Tax-exempt · HUMBLE, TX 77346

Financials

$685K$676K2024$245K$231K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of LEVEL UP PROJECT by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990$245,478$230,691$14,787$188,240$154,625$33,615
December 31, 2024990$684,632$675,513$9,119$24,232$5,479$18,753
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$0
Program service revenue
$242,998
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$2,480

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$141,666
Other salaries and wages
$33,325
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$174,991
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Travel
$2,107
Program services (functional)
$168,593
Management and general (functional)
$38,852
Fundraising (functional)
$23,246

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$24,232
Total assets, end of year
$188,240
Total liabilities, end of year
$154,625
Net assets, end of year
$33,615
Net assets without donor restrictions
$33,615
Gross receipts
$245,478
Employees
4
Volunteers
4

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 December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
LATISHA R ILHANCoExecutive Dir
Officer
25$57,489
DIONE FRIENDSCoExecutive Dir
Officer
25$57,068
ALYSSA C DOUGLASBOARD CHAIR
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0
CHARLISA SHELLYVICE CHAIR
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0
LORETTA JENKINSSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0
ERIC FRIENDSTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 6 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
LATISHA R ILHANCoExecutive Dir
Officer
25$14,000
DIONE FRIENDSCoExecutive Dir
Officer
25$14,000
ALYSSA C DOUGLASBOARD CHAIR
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0
CHARLISA SHELLYVICE CHAIR
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0
LORETTA JENKINSSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0
ERIC FRIENDSTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
7544 FM 1960 RD EAST 107, HUMBLE, TX 77346-3127
In care of
% LATISHA R ILHAN
Mailing address (990-N for 2023)
7544 FM1960 Rd East Suite 107, Humble TX 77346
Principal officer (990 for 2025)
LATISHA R ILHAN, 7544 FM 1960 RD East 107, HUMBLE, TX 77346
Principal officer (990-N for 2023)
Latisha Ilhan, 7544 FM1960 Rd East Suite 107, Humble TX 77346
Signed the 990
LATISHA R ILHAN, CoExecutive Dir.
Phone
(832) 782-0533
Return prepared by
Tange Mann & Garza PC

Mission

The Level Up Project is driven by a singular mission: to enable non-profit organizations and communities to achieve their full potential. The organization believes in the power of partnership, innovation, and strategic support to transform visions into impactful realities. The organization's commitment lies in elevating missions and transforming communities through comprehensive services tailored to the unique needs of non-profits and the communities they serve.The Level Up Project's commitment is to foster enduring change in urban, rural, and underserved areas, where disparities are most pronounced. The organization aims to create a world where everyone, can thrive and achieve their full potential.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • In 2025, The Level Up Project's Fiscal Sponsorship program provided crucial back-office support, financial guidance, and mentorship to several promising grassroots initiatives, allowing them to focus on their vital community work and expand their impact. The significantly expanded Financial Literacy program offered tailored workshops, accessible online resources, and community-based sessions covering essential financial skills like budgeting, saving, and understanding credit, alongside specialized tracks for aspiring entrepreneurs. These programs fostered greater economic independence and resilience within underserved communities by equipping individuals with practical knowledge and supporting community-led change efforts. The fiscal sponsorship initiative also facilitated valuable connections and skill-building opportunities among the supported projects. Ultimately, both programs in 2025 effectively amplified community-driven solutions and individual financial empowerment across diverse populations.Financial Stewardship & Community ImpactAs a trusted intermediary and partner in social change, The Level Up Project proudly served as the fiscal steward for $2,416,191 in total funding in 2025. This critical capital was made possible through the collective generosity of individual donors, visionary foundations, and corporate partners.Turning Capital into ActionRather than just managing funds, the organization ensured these resources were strategically deployed to maximize real-world outcomes. By providing rigorous financial oversight, administrative support, and operational stability, we empowered our various fiscal projects to focus entirely on what they do best: driving grassroots change and uplifting the communities they serve. Our Promise: Every dollar entrusted to us is managed with the highest standards of transparency and accountability, ensuring that our donors' generosity directly translates into sustainable, long-term mission advancement.
    Expenses $168,593 · revenue $245,478

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 on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-N on file

IRS record

EIN
93-2636776
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
2024
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Human services (P20)
Assets (IRS master file)
$188,240
Income (IRS master file)
$245,478

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2025$245,478$230,691$188,240XML
990December 2024$684,632$675,513$24,232IRS
990-N for 2023
Officer: Latisha Ilhan
December 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 93-2636776).

Questions about LEVEL UP PROJECT

What is the EIN of LEVEL UP PROJECT?
The employer identification number (EIN) of LEVEL UP PROJECT is 93-2636776.
Is LEVEL UP PROJECT tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2024.
Are donations to LEVEL UP PROJECT tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does LEVEL UP PROJECT 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 LEVEL UP PROJECT 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 LEVEL UP PROJECT last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
Who is the principal officer of LEVEL UP PROJECT?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names LATISHA R ILHAN.
Who are the officers and directors of LEVEL UP PROJECT?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 6 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $57,489 (LATISHA R ILHAN, CoExecutive Dir).
How much revenue does LEVEL UP PROJECT have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $245,478, expenses of $230,691 and total assets of $188,240 at year end.

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