BLACK EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT MOVEMENT

EIN: 471826506 501(c)(3) Education

Portland, OR

Total Revenue
$849,383
Total Expenses
$696,404
Total Assets
$245,823
Net Assets
$217,450
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2014
Legal Domicile
OR
Principal Officer
Gale Causey
Phone
9712278987
Tax Period
2025-01-01 to 2025-12-31

BLACK EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT MOVEMENT, founded in 2014, is a small nonprofit in the Education sector that reported $849K in total revenue in fiscal year 2025. Revenue surged 334% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $153K, a strong 18% operating margin.

Mission

The Black Educational Achievement Movement (BEAM) operates as a 'Sankofa Village' model, where a collective of Black educational service providers and Black professionals in both the public and private sectors are committed to reaching back to help our youth.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $515,626 Revenue: $0

The BSSS equips Black students with resources to overcome retention barriers, guided by Black professionals who understand their experiences. BSTRONG fosters Black pride and unity through engaging...

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The BSSS equips Black students with resources to overcome retention barriers, guided by Black professionals who understand their experiences. BSTRONG fosters Black pride and unity through engaging workshops, activities, and cultural experiences. N2N builds a sustainable, culturally responsive support network for Black youth from North to East Portland, ensuring access to education, healing, safety, and advancement. The BEAM Black Student Union Alliance (BSUA) creates inclusive spaces that empower Black students through cultural awareness, academic support, and community engagement, promoting equity and celebrating Black excellence. The Black Baccalaureate honors Black graduates from high schools, trade programs, and post-secondary institutions across Portland and SW Washington, celebrating achievement and cultural pride.

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

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Financial Overview (2025)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $849,383
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $849,383

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $297,554
Fundraising Expenses $2,084
Program Expenses $515,626
Other Expenses $398,850
TOTAL EXPENSES $696,404

Year-over-Year Comparison

2025 2024 Change
Revenue $849,383 $195,661 +3.3%
Expenses $696,404 $557,358 +0.2%
Net Income $152,979 $-361,697 -1.4%
Key Indicators
Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
7
Independent Members
6
Employees
23
Volunteers
20

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
3
$77,079
Total Directors
6
$77,079
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Gale N Causey President/Executive Director 40
Officer Director
$77,079 $0 $77,079
Mariotta Gary-Smith Board Chair 1
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Dr Aisha Hollands Board Secretary 1
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Shelia Searight Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tiffany Dempsey Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Wilhelmina Proby Board Member 1
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 $849,383 $696,404 $245,823 $152,979
2024 No data No data No data No data
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