CATCH THE STARS FOUNDATION

EIN: 050604202 501(c)(3) Education

Indianapolis, IN

Total Revenue
$306,097
Total Expenses
$244,078
Total Assets
$708,180
Net Assets
$708,180
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2004
Legal Domicile
IN
Phone
3173314442
Tax Period
2025-01-01 to 2025-12-31

CATCH THE STARS FOUNDATION, founded in 2004, is a small nonprofit in the Education sector that reported $306K in total revenue in fiscal year 2025. Revenue surged 34% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $62K, a strong 20% operating margin.

Mission

CHARITABLE ASSISTANCE TO YOUTH IN THE INDIANAPOLIS INDIANA AREA IN THE FORM OF YOUTH PROGRAMS THAT PROVIDE LITERACY, FITNESS AND MENTORING.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $226,935

All Other Programs - Other various progams administered by Catch the Stars Foundation, designed to elevate, educate and assist youth in inter cities.

Program 2
Expenses: $4,750 Revenue: $1,750

Communi-Tea Book Club The first Catch the Stars Reading Corner was opened in August of 2006 at the Christel House Academy. The premise for this project is to provide a program that will encourage...

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Communi-Tea Book Club The first Catch the Stars Reading Corner was opened in August of 2006 at the Christel House Academy. The premise for this project is to provide a program that will encourage youth to read by providing books, as well as a comfortable and fun environment to read in. The foundation hopes to provide several reading locations throughout the Indianapolis area in the coming years. The second Reading Corner was opened in June of 2007 via a partnership with Indy Parks and is located at Brookside Park Family Center on the East Side of Indianapolis. The third Reading Corner opened at Riley Childrens Hospital in September of 2016. Currently, the foundation runs a FREE bookshelf located at Teas Me Community Caf in partnership with The Indy Learning Team. Over 5,000 new books were distributed in 2025. Community Book and Toys Giveaway - Catch the Stars partnered with Pacer Sports & Entertainment and Dicks SPorting Goods to distribute free books and toys to local families. Over 1000 toys and 40 pairs of shoes were distributed in 2025. Program expenses include ALL expenses for ALL progroms, summarized in this line.

Program 3
Expenses: $4,500 Revenue: $500

Catch the Stars Scholar Athlete Program The Catch the Stars Foundation Scholar Athlete and scholarships were designed to recognize and honor Indianapolis area students who participate in athletics...

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Catch the Stars Scholar Athlete Program The Catch the Stars Foundation Scholar Athlete and scholarships were designed to recognize and honor Indianapolis area students who participate in athletics, while at the same time, excel in academics and community service. One male and one female Scholarship winner is awarded a four-year renewable $5,000 (valued at $20,000) each to an educational institution of their choice. Community Stars receive $2,500 four-year renewable scholarship (valued at $10,000). Catch the Stars has given over one million in scholarships since this programs inception. Back to School Celebration For the past 20 years, the Catch the Stars Foundation has hosted this fun-filled outreach program to get local youth motivated and excited about the upcoming school year. Over 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies were given to students, grades 1 12 at this years event. The event also includes free food, bounce houses, performances by local dance groups and a community fair. Catch the Stars Youth Holiday Basketball Camp This basketball camp is in its 24th and final year of the camp, during which, it has grown to become a well-respected youth basketball camp in the Indianapolis area. Since 2001, Over 12,000 Indianapolis area youth have learned basketball fundamentals, teamwork, sportsmanship and goal setting through their participation to date.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2025)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $306,097
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $306,097

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $0
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $236,185
Other Expenses $244,078
TOTAL EXPENSES $244,078

Year-over-Year Comparison

2025 2024 Change
Revenue $306,097 $227,758 +0.3%
Expenses $244,078 $227,758 +0.1%
Net Income $62,019 N/A N/A
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
13
Independent Members
13
Employees
N/A
Volunteers
100

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
4
$6,000
Total Directors
12
$16,800
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
JOSHUA MANAGEMENT GROUP PT ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACTOR 10.00
Director
$6,000 $0 $6,000
PEACOCK PRODUCTIONS PT SPONSOR CONTRACTOR 10.00
Officer Director
$6,000 $0 $6,000
VON WATTS MARKETING CONTRACTOR 5.00
Director
$4,800 $0 $4,800
TAUJA CATCHINGS EXECUTIVE DIRECTORPROGRAM DIRECTOR 40.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
REGGAN MELSON PT PROGRAM CONTRACTOR 10.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
TAMIKA D CATCHINGS FOUNDER 10.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
JERMAL SYLVESTER BOARD MEMBER - VICE PRESIDENT 15.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Tim Fry BOARD MEMBER & TREASURER 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
EMILY CROSS BOARD MEMBER 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
EDWARD ROGERS BOARD MEMBER 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
JENNIFER DARBY BOARD MEMBERVICE PRESIDENT 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
PEGGY SHEPARD BOARD MEMBER 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2025 $306,097 $244,078 $708,180 $62,019
2024 $227,758 $313,785 $648,662 $-86,027
2023 $233,314 $245,866 $709,689 $-12,552
2022 $67,581 $205,845 $722,241 $-138,264
2021 $343,198 $262,874 $864,033 $80,324
2020 $330,490 $277,433 $783,939 $53,057
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