Nonprofit · EIN 95-2829715
MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC
Tax-exempt · LONG BEACH, CA 90815
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $1,507,490 | $1,343,357 | $164,133 | $1,894,029 | $131,645 | $1,762,384 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $1,484,350 | $1,428,168 | $56,182 | $1,635,602 | $120,046 | $1,515,556 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $1,493,019 | $1,348,578 | $144,441 | $1,522,396 | $96,658 | $1,425,738 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $847,250
- of which government grants
- $39,240
- Program service revenue
- $594,392
- Investment income
- $65,848
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $34,189
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $329,085
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $78,960
- Other salaries and wages
- $348,206
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $500,636
- Professional fundraising fees
- $27,000
- Occupancy
- $64,979
- Depreciation
- $6,686
- Program services (functional)
- $1,077,580
- Management and general (functional)
- $120,957
- Fundraising (functional)
- $144,820
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $1,635,602
- Total assets, end of year
- $1,894,029
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $131,645
- Net assets, end of year
- $1,762,384
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $1,115
- Publicly traded securities
- $1,242,385
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $1,637,006
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $125,378
- Gross receipts
- $1,644,275
- Employees
- 14
- Volunteers
- 336
- Year formed
- 1972
- State of legal domicile
- CA
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.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Cruikshank | Executive Dir. Officer | 40 | $78,960 | $17,104 |
| Karen Harmon | President Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Jill Ross | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Michael Wylie | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Matthew Vinson | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 | $0 |
| Noreen Evans | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Nancy Lewis | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Carla Gerard | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Ariel Pe | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Beth Severson | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Gayle Noel | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Kristian Thai | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 14 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Cruikshank | Executive Dir. Officer | 40 | $81,953 | $19,707 |
| Bill Shields | President Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Daniella Ruiz | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Michael Wylie | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Matthew Vinson | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 | $0 |
| Noreen Evans | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Nancy Lewis | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Phyllis Cooper | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Karen Harmon | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Jamila Jabulani | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Frank McIlquham | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Ariel Pe | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Beth Severson | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Robert Shannon | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 20 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Shields | President Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Daniella Ruiz | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Mike Wylie | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Matthew Vinson | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Noreen Evans | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Nancy Lewis | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Phyllis Cooper | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Karen Harmon | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Jamila Jabulani | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Frank McIlquham | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Ariel Pe | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Beth Severson | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Robert Shannon | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Adrian Rivera end 0223 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Michael Johnson end 0723 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Raymond Morquecho end 1123 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Julie Mendell end 1223 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Laura Dondero end 1223 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Judith Hess end 1223 | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Judy Hirsch | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 15688, LONG BEACH, CA 90815-0688
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Karen Harmon, PO Box 15688, Long Beach, CA 90815
- Signed the 990
- Michael Wylie, Treasurer
- Phone
- (562) 438-6215
- Website
- www.mowlb.org
- Return prepared by
- Katherine Gluck CPA
California records
California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 95-2829715 or by the name MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC.
- Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers
- Registration status and filed reports (CT-TR-1, RRF-1)
- Secretary of State, bizfile Online
- Corporation status, entity number, agent for service
- Franchise Tax Board
- Entity status letter (state tax exemption, good standing)
Mission
Our mission is to support homebound seniors, veterans, individuals with chronic illnesses, and those with disabilities by providing nutritious meals, meaningful social connections, and a range of in-home support services. These efforts help our clients remain independent, well-nourished, safe, and comfortable in their own homes for as long as possible.
Program accomplishments
- Home Delivered Meals - Meals on Wheels of Long Beach provides nutritious, ready-to-eat meals to individuals who face challenges with grocery shopping or meal preparation and may lack consistent support from family or friends. Services are available to residents of Long Beach, Lakewood, Signal Hill, and Leisure World Seal Beach, regardless of age. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday (excluding major holidays) with care and compassion. Each delivery includes a hot dinner, cold lunch, dessert, and milk. In 2025, MOWLB delivered more than 140,000 meals to 793 unduplicated clients. Meal Deliveries support homebound seniors, veterans, individuals with chronic illnesses, and those with disabilities by providing nutritious meals, meaningful social connections, and a range of in-home support services. These efforts help our clients remain independent, well-nourished, safe, and comfortable in their own homes for as long as possible. Services are available to all qualified applicants at a subsidized cost. For those with limited income, meals and support services are fully subsidized following an intake assessment. This program is made possible through the generous support of individual donors, corporate partners, and philanthropic foundations. At MOWLB, we foster a family-like atmosphere, offering not only meals, but also compassion, comfort, and connection during times of stress and loneliness. Our meal deliveries also include:Friendly Visits - Our volunteers deliver more than meals. They provide companionship, kindness, and a vital connection to the outside world. During each delivery, volunteers offer friendly conversation and conduct informal wellness checks, reporting any concerns to staff. In 2025, volunteers conducted over 72,000 wellness checks, helping ensure the safety and well-being of our clients.Pets are Family Too - For many of our clients, pets are cherished companions and an important source of comfort. Through our Pets Are Family Too Program, we provide food for clients cats and dogs, helping them remain together. Client Support Services Program and Referrals - Our Client Support Services Program addresses essential needs beyond meal delivery, helping clients remain safe and comfortable at home. When needs exceed our scope, we connect clients with trusted local nonprofit partners to ensure they receive comprehensive care. We also secure and distribute donated items such as walkers, wheelchairs, bedding, and other essential supplies. Personal hygiene items are available to all clients, further supporting their dignity and well-being.Telephone Reassurance Program - Social isolation can significantly impact the health and well-being of homebound individuals. Our Telephone Reassurance Program provides friendly check-in calls once or twice a week for clients who need additional social interaction. In the past year, we made over 600 calls totaling more than 3,200 minutes of conversation. These calls help reduce loneliness, build meaningful relationships, and provide emotional support.California State University, Long Beach School of Nursing Partnership - MOWLB proudly partners with the School of Nursing at California State University, Long Beach. Nursing students are paired with clients who may benefit from additional attention and care. Students conduct in-home assessments and identify real-world challenges such as limited access to technology, financial hardship, transportation barriers, and home safety concerns. Working alongside faculty and MOWLB staff, they develop practical solutions and connect clients to resources, enhancing quality of life and reducing stress.Expenses $1,077,580 · grants $329,085 · revenue $594,392
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 year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 95-2829715
- 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
- 1973
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Food, agriculture and nutrition (K36Z)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $1,894,029
- Income (IRS master file)
- $1,644,275
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $1,507,490 | $1,343,357 | $1,894,029 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $1,484,350 | $1,428,168 | $1,635,602 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $1,493,019 | $1,348,578 | $1,522,396 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $1,183,737 | $1,296,950 | $1,272,454 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | 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 95-2829715).
Questions about MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC
- What is the EIN of MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC is 95-2829715.
- Is MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1973.
- Are donations to MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH 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 MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC 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 MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC 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 MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Karen Harmon.
- Who are the officers and directors of MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 12 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $78,960 (Bill Cruikshank, Executive Dir.).
- How much revenue does MEALS ON WHEELS OF LONG BEACH INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $1,507,490, expenses of $1,343,357 and total assets of $1,894,029 at year end.
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