Form990


Department of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private foundations)
Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2024
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2024 calendar year, or tax year beginning 01-01-2024 , and ending 12-31-2024
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
Unlikely Collaborators Inc
 
 
Doing business as
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
8605 SANTA MONICA BLVD 99722
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA900694109
D Employer identification number

88-0928669
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 62,099,498
F Name and address of principal officer:
LISA GREGORIAN
8605 SANTA MONICA BLVD 99722
WEST HOLLYWOOD,CA900694109
I
Tax-exempt status: ( 4 ) (insert no.) or
J
Website:
WWW.UNLIKELYCOLLABORATORS.COM
H(a)
Is this a group return for
subordinates?
H(b)
Are all subordinates
included?
If "No," attach a list. See instructions.
H(c)
Group exemption number  
K Form of organization:  
L Year of formation: 2022
M State of legal domicile: DE
Part I
Summary
Activities  & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: Using the perception box lens and framework UCI helps people untangle the stories holding them back through experiences, storytelling, impact, science and investments.
2 Check this box
3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 3
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 3
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2024 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 0
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 10
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........ 7a 0
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, Part I, line 11 ......... 7b  
Revenues Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 55,000,000 57,854,787
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 0 0
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 798,381 4,244,711
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 0 0
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) 55,798,381 62,099,498
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 1,250,537 5,075,952
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4).....   0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 0 0
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e) ..... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) 0    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 3,888,970 6,530,610
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 5,139,507 11,606,562
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... 50,658,874 50,492,936
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 100,380,366 151,139,374
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 119,539 385,611
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... 100,260,827 150,753,763
Part II
Signature Block
Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than officer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.
Sign Here
Signature of officer Date
Type or print name and title
Paid Preparer Use Only
Print/Type preparer's name
Preparer's signature
Date
PTIN
Firm's name

Firm's EIN
Firm's address



Phone no.
May the IRS discuss this return with the preparer shown above? See Instructions. ..........
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions.
Cat. No. 11282Y Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 2
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III..............
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: Using the perception box lens and framework UCI helps people untangle the stories holding them back through experiences, storytelling, impact, science and investments.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? .....................
If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program
services? ...........................
If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 5,075,952 including grants of $ 5,075,952 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
Using the perception box lens and framework UCI helps people untangle the stories holding them back through experiences, storytelling, impact, science and investments.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 3,699,843 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
EDUCATIONAL & LEARNING PERCEPTION BOX CONTENT PROVIDES, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THE PUBLIC WITH FREELY AVAILABLE VIDEOS, PODCASTS, ARTICLES, EXPERIENTIAL ACTIVITIES, WORKBOOKS, AND WORKSHOPS DESIGNED TO DEEPEN SELF-AWARENESS. THESE RESOURCES REVEAL HOW PERSONAL PERCEPTIONS SHAPE REALITY AND INFLUENCE RELATIONSHIPS, EMPOWERING INDIVIDUALS TO EXPLORE, CHALLENGE, AND EXPAND THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF THEMSELVES AND THE WORLD.
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 2,382,098 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
WE SUPPORT MISSION ALIGNED NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS BY PROVIDING SERVICES, SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR A WIDE RANGE OF GATHERINGS-FROM CONFERENCES AND CONVENTIONS TO WORKSHOPS, SEMINARS, MEETINGS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS. OUR OFFERINGS CAN INCLUDE FINANCIAL BACKING, LOGISTICAL SERVICES, TECHNICAL SUPPORT, AS WELL AS PROMOTIONAL & MARKETING SUPPORT TO EMPOWER THEM TO BROADEN THEIR REACH, SHARE KNOWLEDGE, AND ENHANCE THEIR IMPACT WITHIN THEIR COMMUNITIES.
4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4e Total program service expenses11,157,893
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 3
Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes," complete Schedule A.....................
1
 
No
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? See instructions. Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
...
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part I.............
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II.........
4
 
No
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Rev. Proc. 98-19? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IIIClick to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
..
5
 
No
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part I.........................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part II....
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule D,
Part III..............
8
 
No
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IV..............
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi endowments? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part V......
10
 
No
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X, as applicable.
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10? If "Yes," complete
Schedule D,
Part VI. ...................
11a
 
No
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIClick to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
.......
11b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIII.......
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IX............
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part X
11e
 
No
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part X
11f
 
No
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," complete
Schedule D, Parts XI and XII
Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
......................
12a
Yes
 
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional
12b
 
No
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States? .....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV.........
14b
 
No
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for any foreign organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV.....
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other assistance to or for foreign individuals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV...
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I. See instructions. ....
17
 
No
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II............
18
 
No
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III...................
19
 
No
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H....
20a
 
No
b
If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
20b
 
 
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or domestic government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II.....Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
21
Yes
 
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 4
Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
Yes
No
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........
22
 
No
23
Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5, about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes," complete Schedule J.......................
23
 
No
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25a...............
24a
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds? ...............
24c
 
No
d
Did the organization act as an "on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
No
25a
Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I ....
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I.......................
25b
 
No
26
Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5 or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part II...........
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity (including an employee thereof) or family member of any of these persons?
If "Yes," complete
Schedule L, Part III.........................
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see the Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, or substantial contributor? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV......................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of any individual described in line 28a? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV.....
28b
 
No
c
A 35% controlled entity of one or more individuals and/or organizations described in line 28a or 28b? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV.....................
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M..Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M .................
30
 
No
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part I
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part II........................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part I............Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
33
Yes
 
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV, and Part V, line 1.........................Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
34
Yes
 
35a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
35a
Yes
 
b
If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 ...Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
35b
Yes
 
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2.............
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part VI
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations on Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part V...........
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable ..
1a
27
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included on line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable .
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 5
Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance (continued)
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return ..................
2a
0
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
2b
 
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?...
3a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No” to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule O...
3b
 
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)? ..
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country:
See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR).
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? ..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ............
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions? ...
6a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible? ......................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor? ....................
7a
 
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? .....
7b
 
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282? .........................
7c
 
 
d
If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?
7e
 
 
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? ..
7f
 
 
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required? ......................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C? ..........................
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. Did a donor advised fund maintained by the sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year? ........
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?........
9a
 
 
b
Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?...
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources. (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ..........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state? .........
Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans ....
13b
 
c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand ............
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
15
Is the organization subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or excess parachute payment(s) during the year? ....................
If "Yes," see the instructions and file Form 4720, Schedule N.
15
 
No
16
Is the organization an educational institution subject to the section 4968 excise tax on net investment income? ..
If "Yes," complete Form 4720, Schedule O.
16
 
No
17
Section 501(c)(21) organizations. Did the trust, or any disqualified or other person engage in any activities that would result in the imposition of an excise tax under section 4951, 4952, or 4953? ..
If "Yes," complete Form 6069.
17
 
 
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 6
Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure. For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No" response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI..............
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year
1a
3
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent
1b
3
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? .
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? .
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
Yes
 
7a
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ....................
7a
Yes
 
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
7b
Yes
 
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .......................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
 
No
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O.......
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
 
No
11a
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ............................
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe on Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. .....
12a
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ..........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe on Schedule O how this was done...................
12c
Yes
 
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
 
No
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
 
No
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process on Schedule O. See instructions.
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
No
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed
CA
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (1024 or 1024-A, if applicable), 990, and 990-T (section 501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records:
ZACH GOREN8605 SANTA MONICA BLVD 99722   WEST HOLLYWOOD,CA900694109 (316) 828-0900
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 7
Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII..............
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See the instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (box 5 of Form W-2, box 6 of Form 1099-MISC, and/or box 1 of Form 1099-NEC) of more than $100,000 from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

See the instructions for the order in which to list the persons above.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and title
(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line)
(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee)
(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(1) LISA GREGORIAN......................................................................
DIRECTOR/PRESIDENT
20.0
.................
7.0
X   X       0 0 0
(2) ZACH GOREN......................................................................
DIRECTOR/TREASURER/SECRETARY
20.0
.................
7.0
X   X       0 0 0
(3) ELIZABETH R KOCH......................................................................
DIRECTOR/CHAIR
20.0
.................
7.0
X           0 0 0




























Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 8
Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and title
(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line)
(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee)
(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;


























1b Sub-Total..............
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A..
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)......... 0 0 0
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization 0
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual ..............
3
 
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such
individual
...........................
4
 
No
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person ........
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address
(B)
Description of services
(C)
Compensation
Freethink Media Inc

33 Irving Place
New York,NY10003
Educational Content 1,882,496
Jubilee Inc

5200 W Century Blvd Ste 704
Los Angeles,CA90045
Educational Content 905,000
Jordanah Inc

5318 E 2nd St Ste 361
Long Beach,CA90803
Community Gatherings 633,574
Gregangelo & Velocity Arts & Entertainment

225 San Leandro Way
San Francisco,CA94127
Community Gatherings 359,500
DOW JONES & COMPANY INC

PO BOX 300
PRINCETON,NJ08543
EDUCATIONAL CONTENT 357,330
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization 8
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 9
Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII.............
(A)
Total revenue
(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue
(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue
(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512 - 514
Contributions, Gifts, Grants, and OtherAmt Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a  
b Membership dues..1b  
c Fundraising events..1c  
d Related organizations1d  
e Government grants (contributions)1e  
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above1f 57,854,787
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a - 1f:$ 1g 7,854,787
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f....... 57,854,787
 Program Service RevenueAmt Business Code
2a
b
c
d
e
f All other program service revenue. 0 0 0 0
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f ..... 0
 OtherAmtRevenueAmt 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and othersimilar amounts) ...... 4,244,711     4,244,711
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds        
5 Royalties...........        
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross rents 6a    
b Less: rental expenses 6b    
c Rental income or (loss) 6c 0 0
d Net rental income or (loss).......        
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory 7a    
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses 7b    
c Gain or (loss) 7c 0 0
d Net gain or (loss).........        
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including $   of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ....
8a  
b Less: direct expenses ... 8b  
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..      
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
9a  
b Less: direct expenses ... 9b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities..        
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances ..
10a  
b Less: cost of goods sold .. 10b  
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..        
 OtherRevenueMiscAmt
Business Code
11a            
b            
c            
d All other revenue .... 0 0 0 0
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... 0
12 Total revenue. See instructions..... 62,099,498 0 0 4,244,711
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 10
Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX..............
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII.
(A)
Total expenses
(B)
Program service expenses
(C)
Management and general expenses
(D)
Fundraising
expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21 .... 5,075,952 5,075,952
2 Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. See Part IV, line 22 ...........    
3 Grants and other assistance to foreign organizations, foreign governments, and foreign individuals. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16. .............    
4 Benefits paid to or for members .......    
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees ...........        
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) .........        
7 Other salaries and wages........        
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) ....        
9 Other employee benefits .......        
10 Payroll taxes ...........        
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ......        
b Legal ......... 41,727   41,727  
c Accounting ........... 24,150   24,150  
d Lobbying ...........        
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17    
f Investment management fees ...... 56,669   56,669  
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) 218,903 0 218,903 0
12 Advertising and promotion ....        
13 Office expenses ....... 100,275 98,699 1,576  
14 Information technology ......        
15 Royalties ..        
16 Occupancy ...........        
17 Travel ............ 1,366 1,366    
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials .        
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 1,318 1,318    
20 Interest ...........        
21 Payments to affiliates .......        
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..        
23 Insurance ... 8,512 8,512    
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a MISSION RELATED GATHERINGS 3,810,864 3,810,332 532  
b EDUCATIONAL & LEARNING CONTENT 2,180,555 2,161,714 18,841  
c K-1 EXPENSES 81,715   81,715  
d
e All other expenses 4,556 0 4,556 0
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 11,606,562 11,157,893 448,669 0
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720).        
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 11
Part X
Balance Sheet
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX..............
(A)
Beginning of year
(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash–non-interest-bearing ........ 411,946 1 115,274
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ......... 0 2 501,866
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ......   3  
4 Accounts receivable, net .............   4  
5 Loans and other receivables from any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons .......
0 5 0
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ...
0 6 0
7 Notes and loans receivable, net ...........   7  
8 Inventories for sale or use ............   8  
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ......   9  
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 0
b Less: accumulated depreciation 10b 0 0 10c 0
11 Investments—publicly traded securities .   11  
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 99,968,420 12 150,522,234
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 .. 0 13  
14 Intangible assets ...............   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 0 15 0
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 33)... 100,380,366 16 151,139,374
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ..... 119,539 17 385,611
18 Grants payable ...   18  
19 Deferred revenue .........   19  
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities .........   20  
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D   21  
22 Loans and other payables to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons .........
0 22 0
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..   23  
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ..   24  
25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17 - 24). Complete Part X of Schedule D 0 25 0
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25.. 119,539 26 385,611
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow FASB ASC 958, check here and complete lines 27, 28, 32, and 33.
27 Net assets without donor restrictions .......... 100,260,827 27 150,753,763
28 Net assets with donor restrictions ...........   28  
Organizations that do not follow FASB ASC 958, check here right arrow and complete lines 29 through 33.
29 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .....   29  
30 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund ...   30  
31 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   31  
32 Total net assets or fund balances ........... 100,260,827 32 150,753,763
33 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 100,380,366 33 151,139,374
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 12
Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI..............
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ............
1
62,099,498
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
11,606,562
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
50,492,936
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 32, column (A)) ..
4
100,260,827
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
 
6
Donated services and use of facilities .................
6
 
7
Investment expenses .....................
7
 
8
Prior period adjustments .....................
8
 
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........
9
0
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 32, column (B))
10
150,753,763
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII.............
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain on
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
 
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
2b
Yes
 
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
c
If "Yes," to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
 
No
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Uniform Guidance, 2 C.F.R. Part 200, Subpart F?
3a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.
3b
 
 
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Additional Data


Software ID: 24020961
Software Version: 2024v5.1
Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
Schedule B
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors

right arrow Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
right arrow Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Name of the organization
Unlikely Collaborators Inc
 
Employer identification number

88-0928669
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ
501(c)( ) (enter number) organization

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust not treated as a private foundation

527 political organization


Form 990-PF
501(c)(3) exempt private foundation

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust treated as a private foundation

501(c)(3) taxable private foundation
Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note:  Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule
For an organization filing Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF that received, during the year, contributions totaling $5,000 or more (in money or other property) from any one contributor. Complete Parts I and II. See instructions for determining a contributor's total contributions.
Special Rules
For an organization described in section 501(c)(3) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that met the 331/3% support test of the regulations
under sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi), that checked Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ), Part II, line 13, 16a, or 16b, and that received from any one contributor, during the year, total contributions of the greater of (1) $5,000 or (2) 2% of the amount on (i) Form 990, Part VIII, line 1h, or (ii) Form 990-EZ, line 1. Complete Parts I and II.
For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, total contributions of more than $1,000 exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. Complete Parts I, II, and III.
For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, contributions exclusively for religious, charitable, etc., purposes, but no such contributions totaled more than $1,000. If this box is checked, enter here the total contributions that were received during the year for an exclusively religious, charitable, etc., purpose. Don't complete any of the parts unless the General Rule applies to this organization because it received nonexclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions totaling $5,000 or more during the year ......... Right Arrow $  
Caution: An organization that isn't covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn't file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its Form 990-EZ
or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it doesn't meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025) Page 2
Name of organization
Unlikely Collaborators Inc
 
Employer identification number
88-0928669
Part I
Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
 
 
 
 
  ,    

$ RESTRICTED


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 3
Name of organization
Unlikely Collaborators Inc
 
Employer identification number

88-0928669
Part II
Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No. from Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(See instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 4
Name of organization
Unlikely Collaborators Inc
 
Employer identification number

88-0928669
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c) (7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) $  
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(a)
No. from Part I
(b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I
(b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I
(b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No. from Part I
(b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Additional Data


Software ID: 24020961
Software Version: 2024v5.1
SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
right arrow Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b.
right arrow Attach to Form 990.
right arrow Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Unlikely Collaborators Inc
 
Employer identification number

88-0928669
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .........    
2 Aggregate value of contributions to (during year)    
3 Aggregate value of grants from (during year)    
4 Aggregate value at end of year ........    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised funds are the organization’s property, subject to the organization’s exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit? ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ...................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................... 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after July 25, 2006, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register ... 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the
tax year right arrow  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located right arrow  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? ............
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
right arrow  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
right arrow $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .............................
9
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under FASB ASC 958, not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under FASB ASC 958, to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 .........................right arrow $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................right arrow $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under FASB ASC 958 relating to these items:
a
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................right arrow $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................right arrow $  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 52283D
Schedule D (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)

Schedule D (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 2
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?...
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table: Amount
c Beginning balance ............................. 1c  
d Additions during the year ............................ 1d  
e Distributions during the year .......................... 1e  
f Ending balance ................................ 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability? ...
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII ....
Part V
Endowment Funds.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a) Current year (b) Prior year (c) Two years back (d) Three years back (e) Four years back
1a Beginning of year balance ....          
b Contributions ...          
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses          
d Grants or scholarships ...          
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ...
         
f Administrative expenses ....          
g End of year balance ......          
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment right arrow  
b
Permanent endowment right arrow  
c
Term endowment right arrow  
The percentages on lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) Unrelated organizations .................
3a(i)
 
 
(ii) Related organizations .................
3a(ii)
 
 
b
If "Yes" on 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property (a) Cost or other basis
(investment)
(b) Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land .....      
b Buildings ....        
c Leasehold improvements        
d Equipment ....        
e Other .....        
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)..right arrow  
Schedule D (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)

Schedule D (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 3
Part VII
Investments - Other Securities.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11b. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)
(b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1) Financial derivatives.........    
(2) Closely-held equity interests........    
(3) Other
(A) Closely-held equity interests
   

(B) Financial derivatives
   

(C) PASSIVE INVESTMENT STOCK
19,299,885 C

(D) PASSIVE INVESTMENT
2,563,080 F

(E) LIQUID INVESTMENT
128,659,269 F
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)right arrow 150,522,234
Part VIII
Investments - Program Related. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)right arrow  
Part IX
Other Assets.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........right arrow  
Part X
Other Liabilities.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
(1) Federal income taxes  








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)right arrow  
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions. In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII
Schedule D (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)

Schedule D (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 4
Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 62,099,498
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .... 2a  
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b  
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 2d 0
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 0
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1.................. 3 62,099,498
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b 0
c Add lines 4a and 4b.................... 4c 0
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 62,099,498
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1 11,606,562
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2a  
b Prior year adjustments ............ 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 2d 0
e Add lines 2a through 2d.................... 2e 0
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1................... 3 11,606,562
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b 0
c Add lines 4a and 4b..................... 4c 0
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 11,606,562
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b; Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule D (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)


Additional Data


Software ID: 24020961
Software Version: 2024v5.1





Note: To capture the full content of this document, please select landscape mode (11" x 8.5") when printing.

Schedule I
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990.
lBullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
Unlikely Collaborators Inc
 
Employer identification number
88-0928669
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ........................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient
that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Name and address of organization
or government
(b) EIN (c) IRC section
(if applicable)
(d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance
(f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)
(g) Description of
noncash assistance
(h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) Dear Jack Foundation
1840B W Littleton Blvd
Littleton,CO80120
45-2219082 501(c)(3) 74,000       SEE PART IV
(2) Garrison Institute
PO Box 532
Garrison,NY10524
01-0597067 501(c)(3) 75,000       SEE PART IV
(3) Mindfulness First
PO Box 26045
Scottsdale,AZ85255
46-4253699 501(c)(3) 109,353       SEE PART IV
(4) Motus Theater
PO Box 6080
Boulder,CO80306
90-0716569 501(c)(3) 50,000       SEE PART IV
(5) Magik Magik Orchestra
100 Lincoln Drive
Sausalito,CA94965
27-1399385 501(c)(3) 31,750       SEE PART IV
(6) MASS Design Group
1 Chandler Street
Boston,MA02116
61-1659704 501(c)(3) 150,000       SEE PART IV
(7) Naropa University
2130 Arapahoe Ave
Boulder,CO80302
84-1029228 501(c)(3) 572,000       SEE PART IV
(8) New Directions for Women
2607 Willo Lane
Costa Mesa,CA92627
95-3107635 501(c)(3) 23,500       SEE PART IV
(9) Open Source Wellness
6921 Snowdon Ave
El Cerrito,CA94530
81-3440555 501(c)(3) 100,000       SEE PART IV
(10) Walker West Music Academy
760 Selby Avenue
Saint Paul,MN55104
41-1678368 501(c)(3) 40,000       SEE PART IV
(11) WholeSchool Mindfulness
460 Chestnut Street
Wrentham,MA02093
84-2830024 501(c)(3) 50,000       SEE PART IV
(12) American Red Cross - LA Region
1450 South Central Avenue
Los Angeles,CA90021
53-0196605 501(c)(3) 75,000       SEE PART IV
(13) Arts for Healing and Justice Network
2727 E Anaheim St
Long Beach,CA90804
81-4365547 501(c)(3) 85,200       SEE PART IV
(14) Bring Change 2 Mind
155 Sansome Street Suite 530
San Francisco,CA94104
01-0974537 501(c)(3) 100,000       SEE PART IV
(15) Closegap
2219 Main Street Unit 442
Santa Monica,CA90405
82-2357532 501(c)(3) 45,000       SEE PART IV
(16) Community Partners
1000 N Alameda Street Suite 240
Los Angeles,CA90012
95-4302067 501(c)(3) 45,000       SEE PART IV
(17) Dougy Center The National Grief Center for Children & Families
PO Box 86852
Portland,OR97286
93-0833241 501(c)(3) 136,500       SEE PART IV
(18) Drala Mountain Center
151 Shambhala Way
Red Feather Lakes,CO80545
84-1535130 501(c)(3) 52,000       SEE PART IV
(19) Emory University
201 Dowman Drive Suite 313J
Atlanta,GA30322
58-0566256 501(c)(3) 50,000       SEE PART IV
(20) End Well Foundation
1083 Vine Street 803
Healdsburg,CA954480004
82-3405496 501(c)(3) 154,000       SEE PART IV
(21) Fireside Project Inc
2443 Fillmore St 380-5757
San Francisco,CA94115
88-2124868 501(c)(3) 136,357       SEE PART IV
(22) Hope is Alive Ministries Inc
14400 Bogert Parkway Suite 200
Oklahoma City,OK73134
46-1181070 501(c)(3) 30,000       SEE PART IV
(23) IGDA Foundation
PO Box 96503 PMB 50358
Washington,DC200906503
20-5991931 501(c)(3) 75,000       SEE PART IV
(24) Institute for Advanced Consciousness Studies
2811 Wilshire Blvd Ste 510
Santa Monica,CA904034803
84-3926982 501(c)(3) 92,500       SEE PART IV
(25) International Documentary Foundation Inc
3600 Wilshire Blvd Suite 1810
Los Angeles,CA90010
95-3911227 501(c)(3) 25,000       SEE PART IV
(26) Inward Bound Mindfulness Education Inc
878 Washington St Unit 1119
Attleboro,MA02703
27-3029390 501(c)(3) 75,000       SEE PART IV
(27) Jimmy Miller Memorial Foundation
2711 Sepulveda Blvd 331
Manhattan Beach,CA90266
20-1702191 501(c)(3) 26,280       SEE PART IV
(28) KALW Public Media Inc
500 Mansell Street
San Francisco,CA94134
84-3580297 501(c)(3) 560,500       SEE PART IV
(29) Kindness Org Inc
1350 Avenue of the Americas
Floor 2
New York,NY10019
81-1617915 501(c)(3) 23,000       SEE PART IV
(30) Medicinal Media Inc
9220 Pacific Heights Blvd
Suite 150
San Diego,CA92121
92-2125024 501(c)(3) 69,000       SEE PART IV
(31) Mindful Life Project
1001 Canal Blvd Suite A
Richmond,CA94804
47-5066819 501(c)(3) 50,000       SEE PART IV
(32) John P McGovern Museum of Health & Medical Science
1515 Hermann Drive
Houston,TX77004
74-6106357 501(c)(3) 75,000       SEE PART IV
(33) Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute
1003 OReilly Avenue Ste A
San Francisco,CA94129
80-0794674 501(c)(3) 333,334       SEE PART IV
(34) Sounds True Foundation
300 S Public Road
Lafayette,CO80026
46-1236964 501(c)(3) 100,000       SEE PART IV
(35) Storyville Center for the Spoken Word Inc DBA The Moth
75 Broad Street 26th Floor
New York,NY10004
13-3880953 501(c)(3) 621,784       SEE PART IV
(36) Street Poets Inc
2116 Arlington Ave Suite 310
Los Angeles,CA90018
20-2268493 501(c)(3) 100,000       SEE PART IV
(37) Entertainment Industry Foundation
10880 Wilshire Blvd Suite 1400
Los Angeles,CA90024
95-1644609 501(c)(3) 125,000       SEE PART IV
(38) The Foundation for Art and Healing Inc
77 Stearns Road
Brookline,MA02446
33-1125148 501(c)(3) 45,000       SEE PART IV
(39) The UCLA Foundation
10889 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 1500
Los Angeles,CA90024
95-2250801 501(c)(3) 107,890       SEE PART IV
(40) Yard Theater Inc
4319 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles,CA90029
87-3295412 501(c)(3) 15,000       SEE PART IV
(41) University of California Berkeley Foundation
1995 University Avenue Suite 400
Berkeley,CA947041070
94-6090626 501(c)(3) 5,000       SEE PART IV
(42) University of Miami
1531 Brescia Avenue Suite 124
Coral Gables,FL331462439
59-0624458 501(c)(3) 299,004       SEE PART IV
(43) Unusual Suspects Theatre Co
300 S Raymond Ave Suite 9
Pasadena,CA91105
95-4661312 501(c)(3) 25,000       SEE PART IV
(44) Usona Institute Inc
2800 Woods Hollow Road
Madison,WI53711
47-1349730 501(c)(3) 43,000       SEE PART IV
2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table ................. Bullet Image
44
3
Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table ........................ . Bullet Image
0
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50055P
Schedule I (Form 990) Rev. 1-2025

Schedule I (Form 990) Rev. 1-2025
Page 2
Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Individuals. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Number of
recipients
(c) Amount of
cash grant
(d) Amount of
noncash assistance
(e) Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)
(f) Description of noncash assistance
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Part I, line 2; Part III, column (b); and any other additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE DEAR JACK FOUNDATION $25,000 GRANT: UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS A POWERFUL COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE DEAR JACK FOUNDATION AND BECOMING RESTORIED, PROVIDING INTENSIVE STORYTELLING COACHING FOR ADOLESCENT AND YOUNG ADULT CANCER SURVIVORS. THROUGH GUIDED NARRATIVE EXPLORATION, PARTICIPANTS UNCOVER, RESHAPE, AND SHARE THE PERSONAL EXPERIENCES THAT HAVE DEFINED THEIR JOURNEYS THROUGH ILLNESS AND HEALING. BY REVISITING THEIR STORIES WITH CURIOSITY AND COMPASSION, SURVIVORS ARE EMPOWERED TO DISMANTLE LIMITING BELIEFS, REDEFINE IDENTITY BEYOND DIAGNOSIS, AND EXPAND THE WALLS OF THEIR PERCEPTION BOX-ULTIMATELY RECLAIMING AGENCY, MEANING, AND VOICE IN THEIR LIVES. $25,000 GRANT: UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT ENABLES DEAR JACK FOUNDATION TO EXPAND ACCESS TO ITS WELLNESS-BASED PROGRAMS FOR ADOLESCENT AND YOUNG ADULT CANCER PATIENTS, SURVIVORS, AND CAREGIVERS, PROVIDING VITAL MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH RESOURCES FROM DIAGNOSIS THROUGH SURVIVORSHIP. $24,000 GRANT: UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS A GROWING PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE DEAR JACK FOUNDATION AND INWARD BOUND MINDFULNESS, HELPING TO BUILD TRUST AND DEEPEN COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE TWO ORGANIZATIONS. BY ALIGNING THEIR EXPERTISE IN YOUNG ADULT CANCER SUPPORT AND MINDFULNESS-BASED MENTAL HEALTH PRACTICES, THIS EFFORT AIMS TO CULTIVATE NEW WAYS OF THINKING, HEALING, AND CONNECTING-BROADENING THE PERCEPTION BOX OF THOSE THEY SERVE AND EMPOWERING YOUNG PEOPLE TO NAVIGATE LIFE'S MOST DIFFICULT CHAPTERS WITH CLARITY, COMPASSION, AND RESILIENCE.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE GARRISON INSTITUTE UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS THE GARRISON INSTITUTE'S WORK TO EXPAND AWARENESS AND RESILIENCE WITHIN THE PERCEPTION BOX BY INTEGRATING CONTEMPLATIVE PRACTICES WITH SCIENTIFIC INSIGHT. THE INSTITUTE IS DEVELOPING AND MEASURING A VERSION OF THE CONTEMPLATIVE-BASED RESILIENCE (CBR) RETREAT PROGRAM, DESIGNED TO BUILD INNER RESILIENCE AND REDUCE BURNOUT AMONG PROFESSIONALS EXPOSED TO SECONDARY TRAUMATIC STRESS. BY COMBINING SOMATIC PRACTICES, TRAUMA EDUCATION, AND ONGOING COMMUNITY SUPPORT, THE PROGRAM EMPOWERS PARTICIPANTS TO FOSTER COMPASSION, REDUCE STRESS, AND ENHANCE THEIR CAPACITY TO NAVIGATE CHALLENGING ENVIRONMENTS.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE MINDFULNESS FIRST UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS MINDFULNESS FIRST'S MAKING MINDFULNESS ACCESSIBLE INITIATIVE, ADVANCING PHASES TWO AND THREE OF THEIR WORK TO EXPAND MINDFULNESS EDUCATION TO MARGINALIZED COMMUNITIES. BY ADAPTING THEIR PRE-K-12 CURRICULUM AND TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR DEAF, BLIND, AND DEAFBLIND STUDENTS, MINDFULNESS FIRST EMPOWERS YOUNG PEOPLE TO STRENGTHEN EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE, BROADEN THEIR PERCEPTION BOXES, AND ACCESS NEW PATHWAYS TO HEALING AND GROWTH DESPITE SYSTEMIC BARRIERS.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE MOTUS THEATER MOTUS THEATER USES AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL STORYTELLING TO EXPLORE IDENTITY AND PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION. THE UC GRANT SUPPORTS TRANSFORMATIVE STORIES, A TOURING PRODUCTION THAT INVITES AUDIENCES TO EXPAND THEIR PERCEPTION BOX THROUGH POWERFUL, PERSPECTIVE-SHIFTING MONOLOGUES.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE MAGIK MAGIK ORCHESTRA UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS MAGIK*MAGIK ORCHESTRA IN EXPANDING CREATIVE POSSIBILITIES WITHIN THE PERCEPTION BOX BY CONNECTING ARTISTS WITH ORCHESTRAL MUSICIANS IN NEW AND UNEXPECTED WAYS. THIS GRANT WILL BRING POET BLEU INKK AND THE ORCHESTRA TO EITHER THE CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE FOR WOMEN OR THE CENTRAL CALIFORNIA WOMEN'S FACILITY, WHERE THEY WILL FACILITATE A WORKSHOP DAY AND PRESENT A PERFORMANCE DAY, EMPOWERING PARTICIPANTS TO EXPLORE NEW FORMS OF ARTISTIC EXPRESSION AND CONNECTION THROUGH MUSIC AND POETRY.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE MASS DESIGN GROUP MASS DESIGN GROUP BELIEVES THAT ARCHITECTURE CAN SUPPORT HUMAN DIGNITY AND WELL-BEING, ESPECIALLY IN MOMENTS OF VULNERABILITY. THEIR APPROACH TO TRAUMA-INFORMED DESIGN HELPS CREATE ENVIRONMENTS THAT FOSTER HEALING AND CONNECTION. THE UC GRANT SUPPORTS THIS WORK BY HELPING MASS EXPLORE AND SHOW OTHER ARCHITECTS HOW THOUGHTFUL SPACES CAN EASE THE BURDEN OF TRAUMA AND SUPPORT EMOTIONAL RECOVERY.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE NAROPA UNIVERSITY NAROPA UNIVERSITY IS AN ACCREDITED UNIVERSITY AND THE ONLY SCHOOL IN THE COUNTRY THAT GROUNDS THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE IN CONTEMPLATIVE EDUCATION PRINCIPLES. WHETHER STUDENTS ARE STUDYING TO BECOME A THERAPIST, AN EDUCATOR, AN ARTIST, OR AN ENTREPRENEUR, NAROPA INFUSES CONTEMPLATIVE EDUCATION INTO EVERY PROGRAM BECAUSE AWARENESS OF THE PRESENT MOMENT WILL SERVE ANYONE IN THEIR FUTURE CAREER. THIS GRANT FROM UC SUPPORTS UNDERGRADUATE MINOR COURSEWORK EXPLORING THERAPEUTIC, CULTURAL AND ECOLOGICAL POTENTIAL OF PSYCHEDELICS.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE NEW DIRECTIONS FOR WOMEN NEW DIRECTIONS FOR WOMEN IS A SERENE, SAFE SANCTUARY FOR HEALING IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA. IT SUPPORTS WOMEN, FAMILIES, AND CHILDREN IN THEIR RECOVERY FROM ADDICTION. THE CLINICAL MOTTO IS "LOVE, KINDNESS, AND COMPASSION IN ALL THINGS." UC SUPPORTS THE TRAINING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF GENDER-RESPONSIVE SERVICES AND THE FIVE CORE VALUES OF TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE INTO ALL LEVELS OF PROGRAMMING.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE OPEN SOURCE WELLNESS UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS OPEN SOURCE WELLNESS' EFFORT TO SCALE THEIR COMMUNITY AS MEDICINE MODEL, BRINGING JOYFUL, TRAUMA-INFORMED, AND CULTURALLY RELEVANT PROGRAMS FOR HEALTH, WELLBEING, AND HUMAN CONNECTION TO NEW COMMUNITIES, WITH A PREFERENCE FOR EXPANSION IN LOS ANGELES. BY STRENGTHENING EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE AND COLLECTIVE CARE, OSW HELPS INDIVIDUALS EXPAND THEIR PERCEPTION BOXES AND REIMAGINE WHAT TRUE WELLBEING CAN LOOK LIKE-ESPECIALLY FOR THOSE HISTORICALLY EXCLUDED FROM TRADITIONAL HEALTH SYSTEMS.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE WALKER WEST MUSIC ACADEMY WALKER | WEST, THE NATION'S OLDEST COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL FOUNDED BY AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSICIANS, USES MUSIC TO FOSTER CONNECTION, EXPRESSION, AND LIFELONG LEARNING. UC SUPPORTS THEIR EARLY CHILDHOOD AND ELDER VOCAL PROGRAMS AS TOOLS TO NURTURE IDENTITY, BRIDGE GENERATIONAL DIVIDES, AND EXPAND PERCEPTION BOX THROUGH SHARED EMOTIONAL EXPERIENCE AND CULTURAL LEGACY.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE WHOLESCHOOL MINDFULNESS WHOLESCHOOL MINDFULNESS PLACES DEDICATED MINDFULNESS DIRECTORS IN SCHOOLS TO HELP CULTIVATE CALM, CONNECTION, AND EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE. THE UC GRANT SUPPORTS PROGRAM EXPANSION AT HOWARD UNIVERSITY, ARISE HIGH SCHOOL, AND ADDITIONAL CAMPUSES, OFFERING PRACTICES THAT HELP STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS GENTLY EXPAND PERCEPTION BOX.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE AMERICAN RED CROSS - LA REGION AMERICAN RED CROSS PROVIDES RELIEF AND SUPPORT TO THOSE IN CRISIS. UC SUPPORTS HEALING WORKSHOPS FOR VETERANS INCLUDING "MIND-BODY" WORKSHOPS TO IMPROVE EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE, AS WELL AS "RESILIENCY" WORKSHOPS TO HELP BOOST COPING SKILLS FOR SERVICE MEMBERS AND THEIR LOVED ONES AFTER BOTH DEPLOYMENT AND REINTEGRATION INTO CIVILIAN LIFE.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE ARTS FOR HEALING AND JUSTICE NETWORK THIS INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATIVE PROVIDES EXCEPTIONAL ARTS PROGRAMMING IN ORDER TO BUILD RESILIENCY AND WELLNESS, ELIMINATE RECIDIVISM, AND TRANSFORM THE JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM. THE UC-SPONSORED "TRANSFORMATIVE JUNK" PROJECT CENTERS ON CHANGING LIMITING BELIEFS ABOUT ART, BEAUTY, VALUE, AND SYSTEM-IMPACTED YOUNG PEOPLE.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE BRING CHANGE 2 MIND BRING CHANGE TO MIND'S MISSION IS TO END THE STIGMA AND DISCRIMINATION SURROUNDING MENTAL ILLNESS THROUGH EMPOWERMENT OF YOUNG PEOPLE TO CULTIVATE COMMUNITIES THAT ARE EDUCATED, SUPPORTIVE, AND EMPATHETIC ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH SO EVERYONE CAN THRIVE IN A STIGMA-FREE WORLD. THE UC GRANT SUPPORTS BOTH ANNUAL STUDENT SUMMITS AND STAFF DEVELOPMENT.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE CLOSEGAP WITH SUPPORT FROM UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS, CLOSEGAP WILL DEEPEN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ITS STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH PLATFORM ACROSS REGISTERED LOS ANGELES COUNTY SCHOOLS, PROVIDING BITE-SIZED EMOTIONAL CHECK-INS, SIMPLE CRISIS INTERVENTION TOOLS, AND REAL-TIME SUPPORT TO HELP SCHOOLS CHAMPION THE WELL-BEING OF EVERY STUDENT.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE COMMUNITY PARTNERS The Mend Collaborative is a project of Community Partners which is their fiscal sponsor. MEND Collaborative increases access to high-quality restorative justice processes and opportunities for healing and transformation for individuals and communities impacted by violence and harm, including incarcerated individuals, many of whom are also survivors. UC funds enable further deployment of Days of Healing and Surrogate Restorative Dialogues at California State Prisons in Southern California.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE DOUGY CENTER: THE NATIONAL GRIEF CENTER FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES $36,500 GRANT: DOUGY CENTER CREATES SAFE SPACES AND FREE RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WHO ARE GRIEVING. WITH THEIR PIONEERING PEER GRIEF SUPPORT MODEL, PROFESSIONAL TRAINING, AND WORLD-RENOWNED PROGRAMS AND ADVOCACY, THEY ARE BUILDING A MORE GRIEF-INFORMED WORLD TO BRING HOPE AND HEALING AROUND THE WORLD. THE UC GRANT WILL SUPPORT PEER GRIEF SUPPORT PROGRAMS IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH, YOUNG ADULTS, AND FAMILIES WHO ARE GRIEVING OR LIVING WITH A SERIOUS ADVANCED ILLNESS. $100,000 GRANT: UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS DOUGY CENTER IN EXPANDING ITS PEER GRIEF SUPPORT PROGRAMS-BEREAVEMENT, ESPERANZA, PATHWAYS, AND L.Y.G.H.T.-OFFERED IN BOTH ENGLISH AND SPANISH FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH, YOUNG ADULTS, AND FAMILIES NAVIGATING LOSS OR SERIOUS ILLNESS. BY CREATING COMPASSIONATE SPACES WHERE INDIVIDUALS CAN SAFELY EXPLORE THEIR EMOTIONS AND STORIES, DOUGY CENTER HELPS PARTICIPANTS CHALLENGE LIMITING BELIEFS ABOUT GRIEF AND IDENTITY, ULTIMATELY EXPANDING THEIR PERCEPTION BOX TO EMBRACE HEALING, CONNECTION, AND A RENEWED SENSE OF POSSIBILITY.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE DRALA MOUNTAIN CENTER UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS DRALA MOUNTAIN CENTER'S EFFORTS TO EXPAND SELF-AWARENESS AND RESILIENCE WITHIN THE PERCEPTION BOX. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MINDFUL BADGE, DMC IS PILOTING A THREE-DAY RESILIENCE RETREAT, AN ONLINE COURSE, AND AN ONGOING COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE-OFFERING PARTICIPANTS TOOLS TO INVESTIGATE INTERNAL NARRATIVES AND CULTIVATE GREATER COMPASSION, COURAGE, AND PRESENCE IN THEIR LIVES AND COMMUNITIES.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE EMORY UNIVERSITY THE VISION OF EMORY UNIVERSITY IS TO BE THE PLACE WHERE STUDENTS PURSUE PASSION AND ACHIEVE CONNECTION TO ADVANCE A GLOBAL SOCIETY. THE UC GRANT SUPPORTS THE LAUNCH OF TWO PILOT PROGRAMS FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS AIMED AT PROMOTING PERSONAL GROWTH AND INCREASING SELF-AWARENESS WITHIN THE EMORY PURPOSE PROJECT.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE END WELL FOUNDATION $130,000 GRANT: END WELL BRINGS TOGETHER A COMMUNITY THAT UNITES DESIGN, TECHNOLOGY, HEALTH, POLICY, AND ACTIVIST INITIATIVES TO TRANSFORM HOW THE WORLD THINKS ABOUT CAREGIVING, GRIEF, ILLNESS, AND THE END-OF-LIFE EXPERIENCE WITH THE ULTIMATE GOAL OF CREATING A FUTURE IN WHICH ENDING WELL BECOMES A MEASURE OF LIVING WELL. THE UC GRANT WILL SUPPORT THE 2024 END WELL SYMPOSIUM TAKING PLACE NOVEMBER 22 AND FEATURING 25 VOICES, FROM CELEBRITIES TO UNSUNG HEROES, ON STAGE TALKING ABOUT END OF LIFE. $24,000 GRANT: END WELL INVITES NEW WAYS OF THINKING AND FEELING ABOUT CAREGIVING, GRIEF, AND THE END OF LIFE. THE UC GRANT SUPPORTS THE 2024 SYMPOSIUM AND PILOT WORKSHOPS THAT HELP PARTICIPANTS EXPLORE PERSONAL BELIEFS AND EXPAND PERCEPTION BOX AROUND WHAT IT MEANS TO LIVE AND END WELL.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE FIRESIDE PROJECT INC. $100,000 GRANT: THE FIRESIDE PROJECT IS A PSYCHEDELIC SUPPORT LINE THAT PROVIDES EMOTIONAL SUPPORT DURING AND AFTER PSYCHEDELIC EXPERIENCES. UC FUNDS SUPPORT FIRESIDE TO REACH MAXIMUM IMPACT AND AFFECT AS MANY INDIVIDUALS AS POSSIBLE. $24,000 GRANT: UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS THE FIRESIDE PROJECT IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HOMECOMING HEALTH TO DEVELOP THE FOUNDATIONAL PHASE OF A WHITE-LABEL ENTERPRISE VERSION OF HOMECOMING'S PLATFORM, EXPANDING ACCESS TO PSYCHEDELIC PEER SUPPORT. ROOTED IN THE PERCEPTION BOX LENS, THIS COLLABORATION EMPOWERS INDIVIDUALS TO SAFELY EXPLORE ALTERED STATES OF CONSCIOUSNESS, UNLOCKING NEW PERSPECTIVES AND EMOTIONAL INSIGHTS THAT CAN DISMANTLE LIMITING BELIEFS AND CATALYZE PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION. $12,357 GRANT: UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS THE FIRESIDE PROJECT IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL TO LAUNCH MILESTONE ONE OF THE PSYCHEDELIC COACHING PILOT STUDY-AN IN-DEPTH SURVEY EXPLORING THE EFFICACY AND IMPACT OF PSYCHEDELIC COACHING. THROUGH THE PERCEPTION BOX LENS, THIS STUDY AIMS TO BETTER UNDERSTAND HOW GUIDED PSYCHEDELIC EXPERIENCES CAN HELP INDIVIDUALS DISSOLVE INHERITED THOUGHT PATTERNS, EXPAND THEIR AWARENESS, AND FOSTER PROFOUND EMOTIONAL AND COGNITIVE SHIFTS.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE HOPE IS ALIVE MINISTRIES INC UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS HOPE AFTER LOSS IN HELPING INDIVIDUALS NAVIGATE THE COMPLEX EMOTIONS THAT ARISE AFTER LOSING A LOVED ONE TO ADDICTION. THIS GRANT WILL SPECIFICALLY FUND A RETREAT DESIGNED TO PROVIDE A SPACE FOR HEALING, SELF-REFLECTION, AND EMOTIONAL RELEASE. BY FOSTERING SELF-AWARENESS AND EXPANDING THE PERCEPTION BOX AROUND GRIEF AND RECOVERY, HOPE AFTER LOSS OFFERS PARTICIPANTS THE TOOLS TO PROCESS THEIR EMOTIONS, MOVE FORWARD ON THEIR JOURNEY OF HEALING, AND BUILD LASTING RESILIENCE.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE IGDA FOUNDATION UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT FUNDED IGDA LA COLLABORATING WITH IGDA, IGDA-FOUNDATION, AND GIRLS MAKE GAMES (GMG) TO HOST A CASUAL GAME DEV GATHERING AND A GAME JAM WITH PRIZES TOTALING $20K TO WINNING TEAMS DEVELOPING VIDEO GAMES WITH THE PERCEPTION BOX THEME.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED CONSCIOUSNESS STUDIES UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS THE INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED CONSCIOUSNESS STUDIES IN EXPLORING TRANSFORMATIVE EXPERIENCES THAT CAN IMPACT AND RESHAPE THE PERCEPTION BOX, SUCH AS THOSE FOSTERED BY SKY CAVE RETREATS-AN IMMERSIVE DARK RETREAT PRACTICE. BY STUDYING THE PHENOMENOLOGY, WELL-BEING IMPACTS, AND NEURAL MECHANISMS OF THESE RETREATS, IACS AIMS TO RELATE DARK RETREATS TO OTHER PEAK EXPERIENCES LIKE DEEP MEDITATION AND PSYCHEDELIC STATES. THIS RESEARCH HELPS UNLOCK NEW PATHWAYS FOR SELF-AWARENESS, HEALING, AND PROFOUND PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FOUNDATION, INC. UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS WAVECREST FILMS' MINDFUL SHORTS SERIES, A COLLECTION OF SHORT FILMS BY JULIE BAYER SALZMAN DESIGNED TO SUPPORT MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH ACROSS THE LIFESPAN, USING MINDFULNESS PRACTICES TO HELP PEOPLE OF ALL AGES NAVIGATE ANGER, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, ADDICTION, GRIEF, AND TRAUMA.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE INWARD BOUND MINDFULNESS EDUCATION, INC. INWARD BOUND MINDFULNESS IS DEDICATED TO SERVING YOUNG PEOPLE IN DEVELOPING COMPASSION, SELF-AWARENESS, AND ETHICAL DECISION-MAKING THROUGH IMMERSIVE MINDFULNESS PROGRAMS. THE UC GRANT ENABLES WEEKLONG RETREATS FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TEENS AND TEACHER TRAINING RETREATS FOR YOUTH-SERVING PROFESSIONALS FOCUSED ON CULTIVATING COMPASSION, EMPATHY, AND INCREASED PERSPECTIVE-TAKING THROUGH PRACTICING RELATIONAL MINDFULNESS.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE JIMMY MILLER MEMORIAL FOUNDATION UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT IS SUPPORTING THE JIMMY MILLER MEMORIAL FOUNDATION'S SURF THERAPY PROGRAM WHICH IS A NATURAL EXTENSION OF HELPING INDIVIDUALS EXPAND THEIR PERCEPTION BOX. HAVING TO NAVIGATE THE WAVES AND STAY ON THE BOARD IS ITSELF A MEDITATIVE PROCESS, BUT COMBINED WITH THE INTERNAL INVESTIGATION PIECE, SURF THERAPY IS A POWERFUL TOOL TO CONSCIOUSLY REUNITE MIND AND BODY.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE KALW PUBLIC MEDIA, INC. $400,000 GRANT: UNCUFFED IS THE COUNTRY'S LEADING RADIO AND PODCAST TRAINING PROGRAM FOR INDIVIDUALS IN PRISONS TO EMPOWER THEM TO TELL THEIR STORIES WHILE DEVELOPING JOB SKILLS AND INSPIRING CHANGE. THE UC GRANT ENABLES EXPANSION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PROGRAMS AT SAN QUENTIN AND SOLANO PRISONS AND LAUNCHING OF THE PROGRAM AT THE CALIFORNIA INSTITUTION FOR WOMEN. $160,500 GRANT: UC'S PARTNERSHIP AIMS TO SPARK, EMPOWER, AND GUIDE A SERIES OF PROJECTS FEATURING PAIRS OF CREATIVE PEOPLE WITH UNIQUELY DIFFERENT TALENTS BUT SHARE ENOUGH OF AN INTEREST, EITHER IN A SUBJECT OR EACH OTHER, TO COMBINE, MAKING INTERESTING COLLABORATION POSSIBLE.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE KINDNESS ORG INC UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS KINDNESS.ORG'S MISSION TO MAKE KINDNESS A CATALYST FOR EXPANDING THE PERCEPTION BOX. THIS GRANT WILL SUPPORT TWO LOS ANGELES-BASED EVENTS: ONE AT AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, WHERE LEARN KIND CURRICULA AND PERCEPTION BOXES ACTIVITIES WILL PROMOTE KINDNESS AND ANTI-BULLYING, AND ANOTHER FOR LEARN KIND EDUCATORS, GUIDANCE COUNSELORS, AND SUPPORTERS. THE SECOND EVENT WILL FOCUS ON PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, COMMUNITY BUILDING, AND FOSTERING MEANINGFUL DISCUSSIONS AROUND KINDNESS AND ITS IMPACT ON MENTAL WELL-BEING. THROUGH THESE EVENTS, KINDNESS.ORG AIMS TO DEEPEN THE UNDERSTANDING OF HOW KINDNESS SHAPES OUR PERCEPTIONS AND CREATES LASTING SOCIAL CHANGE.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE MEDICINAL MEDIA INC. UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS MEDICINAL MEDIA'S ARTIST AS CATALYST PROGRAM IN LOS ANGELES, WHICH EMPOWERS ARTISTS TO USE THEIR CREATIVE VOICES AS A FORCE FOR MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS AND POSITIVE CHANGE. THROUGH THIS INITIATIVE, MEDICINAL MEDIA FOSTERS COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND PROVIDES HIGH-QUALITY, SCIENCE-BACKED MENTAL HEALTH CONTENT THAT IS ACCESSIBLE TO YOUNG PEOPLE WORLDWIDE, HELPING THEM HEAL, GROW, AND THRIVE.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE MINDFUL LIFE PROJECT MINDFUL LIFE PROJECT (MLP) PARTNERS WITH YOUTH TK-8TH IN SCHOOLS TO SUPPORT THE MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL WELLNESS OF STUDENTS, TEACHERS, STAFF, LEADERS, AND FAMILIES THROUGH MINDFULNESS PROGRAMMING. THE UC GRANT TO MLP INCREASES FUTURE EXPANSION OF PROGRAMMING INCLUDING IN-PERSON MINDFULNESS ASSEMBLIES, LIVE WEEKLY VIRTUAL MINDFULNESS LESSONS FOR THE WHOLE SCHOOL, TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, AND STAFF AND FAMILY MINDFULNESS SESSIONS.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE JOHN P MCGOVERN MUSEUM OF HEALTH & MEDICAL SCIENCE UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS THE CREATION OF PERCEPTION BOX - SENSING SOUND, AN IMMERSIVE AND INTERACTIVE EXHIBIT AT THE HEALTH MUSEUM IN HOUSTON THAT EXPLORES THE BIOLOGY, PSYCHOLOGY, ACOUSTICS, AND SOMATICS OF SOUND-INVITING THE PUBLIC TO EXAMINE HOW THIS PRIMAL SENSE SHAPES PERCEPTION, EMOTION, AND IDENTITY.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE SEARCH INSIDE YOURSELF LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE SEARCH INSIDE YOURSELF LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE SUPPORTS NONPROFIT LEADERS WITH THE EMOTIONAL RESOURCES TO HELP THEM NAVIGATE DAILY CHALLENGES WITH PRACTICAL TOOLS THAT CAN AID BOTH INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS IN ALLEVIATING STRESS AND PRACTICING SELF-CARE THROUGH MINDFULNESS-BASED EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE PROGRAMS IN THE WORKPLACE. THE UC GRANT FUNDS THE DEVELOPMENT OF CURRICULUM AND ROLLOUT IMPLEMENTATION TO NEW NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE SOUNDS TRUE FOUNDATION SOUNDS TRUE CREATES EQUITABLE ACCESS TO TRANSFORMATIONAL TOOLS AND TEACHINGS TO EMPOWER PEOPLE ON THEIR LIFE JOURNEYS TO THRIVE AND REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. THE UC GRANT FUNDS FULL SCHOLARSHIPS TO "MINDFUL CHAMPIONS" TO COMPLETE THE MINDFULNESS MEDITATION TEACHER CERTIFICATION PROGRAM (MMTCP), THE WORLD'S LEADING TRAINING FOR INDIVIDUALS TO BECOME CERTIFIED MINDFULNESS MEDITATION INSTRUCTORS.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE STORYVILLE CENTER FOR THE SPOKEN WORD, INC. D/B/A THE MOTH UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS THE MOTH'S MISSION TO FOSTER EMPATHY AND HUMAN CONNECTION THROUGH TRUE, PERSONAL STORYTELLING BY FUNDING A RANGE OF INITIATIVES: EXPANDING THE MOTH EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENTS NATIONWIDE, INCLUDING RESIDENCIES IN DETROIT AND LOS ANGELES; DELIVERING A TWO-DAY INTENSIVE STORYTELLING WORKSHOP WITH THE MEND COLLABORATIVE'S DAYS OF HEALING; AND FACILITATING STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS FOR UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' WEST COAST LEADERS COHORT. THROUGH THESE EFFORTS, THE MOTH EMPOWERS PARTICIPANTS TO EXPLORE AND EXPAND THEIR PERCEPTION BOXES, REFRAME PERSONAL NARRATIVES, AND DEEPEN SELF-AWARENESS AND RESILIENCE THROUGH THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF STORY.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE STREET POETS INC STREET POETS HARNESSES THE HEALING POWER OF POETRY AND MUSIC TO BUILD COMMUNITY AND INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION TO WRITE, RAP, AND DREAM A NEW WORLD THAT IS INCLUSIVE OF US ALL. THE UC GRANT ENABLES THE SEEKING POETRY PEACE & MEDITATION WORKSHOP, THE POETRY IN MOTION VAN POP UP, POETRY OPEN MIC EVENTS, THE HEALING HORIZONS WOMEN'S CIRCLE, AND EMPLOYEE WELLNESS PROGRAMS.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY FOUNDATION UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS REVERBERATION COLLABORATORY, A PROJECT OF THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY FOUNDATION, IN USING THE SCIENCE OF MUSIC TO EXPAND AWARENESS WITHIN THE PERCEPTION BOX. THROUGH INITIATIVES LIKE THE BRAINMOBILE PROJECT-AN INTERACTIVE PLATFORM THAT PROVIDES REAL-TIME FEEDBACK ON THE NEUROPHYSIOLOGICAL AND EMOTIONAL IMPACT OF MUSIC-REVERBERATION EMPOWERS INDIVIDUALS TO HARNESS SOUND AS A TOOL FOR HEALING, CONNECTION, AND PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE THE FOUNDATION FOR ART AND HEALING INC. THE FOUNDATION FOR ART & HEALING CHAMPIONS AND ENABLES CREATIVE ARTS EXPRESSION AS A PATH TO IMPROVED HEALTH AND WELL-BEING FOR INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES. THE UC GRANT WILL SUPPORT EXPANSION OF CAMPUS COLORS & CONNECTION TO THREE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES IN THE LOS ANGELES AREA.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE THE UCLA FOUNDATION UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS FRIENDS OF THE SEMEL INSTITUTE'S MISSION TO ADVANCE MENTAL HEALTH RESEARCH, EDUCATION, AND AWARENESS BY ENABLING HARRIS III, MORAL COURAGE PROJECT, AND JUBILEE MEDIA TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 2025 GEN Z WELLNESS SUMMIT AT UCLA. THIS GATHERING, HOSTED BY THE SEMEL INSTITUTE AND ITS TEEN ADVISORY COUNCIL, FOSTERED MEANINGFUL CONVERSATIONS AROUND MENTAL HEALTH, EXPAND PARTICIPANTS' PERCEPTION BOXES, AND HELP TO RESHAPE PUBLIC NARRATIVES TO PROMOTE GREATER EMPATHY, RESILIENCE, AND WELL-BEING AMONG THE NEXT GENERATION.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE YARD THEATER INC THE YARD THEATER IS A HOME FOR PERFORMING ARTISTS AND EXPERIMENTATION OF ALL KINDS, PRESENTING COMEDY, SCREENINGS, MUSIC, AND REGULAR THEATER PERFORMANCES. THE UC GRANT SUPPORTS "FAIRY TALE COURTROOM," A YOUTH SUMMER PROGRAM WHERE KIDS APPLY PERCEPTION BOX EXERCISES TO DIFFERENT IMPROVISATIONAL SCENARIOS, ILLUSTRATING HOW BEHAVIORS CAN BE ASSISTED BY UNDERSTANDING OUR FEELINGS AND THOUGHTS.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA BERKELEY FOUNDATION UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT PROVIDES GENERAL SUPPORT TO THE BERKELEY CENTER FOR THE SCIENCE OF PSYCHEDELICS, A PIONEERING RESEARCH AND EDUCATION HUB AT UC BERKELEY DEDICATED TO ADVANCING THE INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDY OF PSYCHEDELICS. THROUGH CUTTING-EDGE SCIENCE, PUBLIC EDUCATION, AND IMMERSIVE TRAINING, THE CENTER EXPLORES HOW PSYCHEDELICS CAN EXPAND CONSCIOUSNESS, PROMOTE HEALING, AND FOSTER TRANSFORMATIVE INSIGHTS. THIS WORK ALIGNS WITH UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' MISSION BY ILLUMINATING HOW ALTERED STATES OF PERCEPTION CAN HELP INDIVIDUALS TO EXPAND THE WALLS OF THEIR OWN PERCEPTION BOX, ENCOURAGING DEEPER THINKING, EMOTIONAL GROWTH, AND A REIMAGINING OF WHAT'S POSSIBLE.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI $249,004 GRANT: THE ONGOING RESEARCH OF DR. AMISHI JHA, PHD, DIRECTOR OF CONTEMPLATIVE NEUROSCIENCE AND PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI, ON THE EFFECTS OF MINDFULNESS-BASED TRAINING PROGRAMS ON COGNITION, EMOTION, RESILIENCE, AND PERFORMANCE HAS A SPECIAL FOCUS ON FIRST RESPONDERS, WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT AS THE FIRST COHORT TO RECEIVE MINDFULNESS BASED ATTENTION TRAINING AND ONGOING COACHING. $50,000 GRANT: UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT TO THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI'S DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY ESTABLISHES THE UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS RESEARCH FUND TO ADVANCE DR. AMISHI JHA'S GROUNDBREAKING WORK ON MINDFULNESS AND COGNITIVE RESILIENCE. THROUGH THE LENS OF THE PERCEPTION BOX, THE PROJECT INVESTIGATES HOW CULTIVATING PRESENT-MOMENT AWARENESS CAN CHALLENGE INGRAINED BELIEFS, EXPAND MENTAL FLEXIBILITY, AND EMPOWER PEOPLE TO RESPOND TO LIFE'S MOST INTENSE MOMENTS WITH CLARITY, COMPASSION, AND CONTROL.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE UNUSUAL SUSPECTS THEATRE CO. L.A.-BASED UNUSUAL SUSPECTS MENTORS, EDUCATES, AND ENRICHES YOUTH IN UNDER-RESOURCED COMMUNITIES THROUGH THE CREATION OF COLLABORATIVE ORIGINAL THEATER. THE UC GRANT FUNDS THE ENHANCEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THEIR FLAGSHIP YOUTH THEATRE CONSERVATORY.
Schedule I, Part II, Line 1(h) PURPOSE OF GRANT OR ASSISTANCE USONA INSTITUTE, INC. $25,000 GRANT: UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS BECOMING RESTORIED IN BRINGING ITS EXPERIENTIAL STORYTELLING APPROACH TO TWO IMMERSIVE EVENTS HOSTED BY THE USONA INSTITUTE. THROUGH PSYCHODRAMATIC EXERCISES AND CROSS-CULTURAL DIALOGUE, PARTICIPANTS WILL EXPLORE THEIR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL MOTIVATIONS IN THE PSYCHEDELIC SPACE, RECONNECT WITH PURPOSE, AND CONFRONT INTERNALIZED NARRATIVES THAT SHAPE THEIR WORK. FRAMED THROUGH THE PERCEPTION BOX LENS, THE WORKSHOPS AIM TO EXPAND UNDERSTANDING ACROSS DISCIPLINES, HONOR INDIGENOUS WISDOM, AND CULTIVATE A MORE CONSCIOUS, RESPECTFUL, AND HOLISTIC APPROACH TO HEALING. $18,000 GRANT: UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS' GRANT SUPPORTS THE INTEGRATION OF A GRACENOTES WENOTE EXPERIENCE, A REFLECTIVE WORKSHOP DESCRIBED AS "EULOGIES FOR THE LIVING, "INTO USONA INSTITUTE'S JUNE 2025 LEADERSHIP IN NURSING AND SOCIAL WORK IMMERSIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM. LED BY ANDREA DRIESSEN, THE SESSION INVITES PARTICIPANTS TO EXPLORE HOW THEY ARE SEEN AND VALUED BY OTHERS, HELPING THEM DISMANTLE SELF-LIMITING BELIEFS AND EXPAND THEIR PERCEPTION BOX. THROUGH COLLABORATIVE EXERCISES AND STORYTELLING, HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS WILL DEEPEN SELF-AWARENESS, STRENGTHEN RELATIONAL CONNECTIONS, AND CARRY FORWARD INSIGHTS THAT ENHANCE BOTH PERSONAL GROWTH AND FUTURE MODELS OF COMPASSIONATE, HUMAN-CENTERED CARE.
Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 Procedures for monitoring use of grant funds THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDED GRANTS TO THE LISTED ENTITIES FOR MISSION ALIGNED PROJECTS AS DESCRIBED IN THE PURPOSE OF THE GRANT OR ASSISTANCE. THE GRANT AWARD LETTER PROHIBITS THE GRANTEE FROM USING THE GRANT TO SUPPORT OR ENGAGE IN ANY POLITICAL OR LOBBYING ACTIVITIES. UPON REQUEST FROM THE ORGANIZATION, THE GRANTEE IS REQUIRED TO FURNISH A REPORT TO THE ORGANIZATION DESCRIBING THE ACTIVITIES IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF GRANT FUNDS.
Schedule I (Form 990) Rev. 1-2025



Additional Data


Software ID: 24020961
Software Version: 2024v5.1


SCHEDULE M
(Form 990)


Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Noncash Contributions
Right pointing arrow large image Complete if the organizations answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990.
Right pointing arrow large image Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2024
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Unlikely Collaborators Inc
 
Employer identification number

88-0928669
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable
(b)
Number of contributions or items contributed
(c)
Noncash contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g
(d)
Method of determining
noncash contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art ....        
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications ..      
5 Clothing and household
goods .......
     
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded .        
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests ....
  2 7,854,787 Market value
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures .....
       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ...
       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ...        
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ...        
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
27 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
29
Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement
29
0
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1 through 28, that it must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which isn't required to be used for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ...................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any nonstandard contributions?
31
 
No
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash
contributions? ..........................
32a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization didn't report an amount in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 51227J
Schedule M (Form 990) (2024)
Schedule M (Form 990) (2024)
Page 2
Part IISupplemental Information. Provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b, 32b, and 33, and whether the organization is reporting in Part I, column (b), the number of contributions, the number of items received, or a combination of both. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule M, Part I Explanations of reporting method for number of contributions Securities - Partnership, LLC, or trust interests - THE AMOUNTS IN COLUMN B REPRESENT THE NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS.
Schedule M (Form 990) (2024)

Additional Data


Software ID: 24020961
Software Version: 2024v5.1
SCHEDULE O
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or 990-EZ or to provide any additional information.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
Unlikely Collaborators Inc
 
Employer identification number

88-0928669
Return Reference Explanation
Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a & 15b - PROCESS FOR DETERMINING COMPENSATION UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS, INC. DID NOT HAVE ANY COMPENSATED DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, OR KEY EMPLOYEES.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 6 & 7a & 7b - CLASSES OF MEMBERS OR STOCKHOLDERS MEMBERS ARE THE SAME AS THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND MEMBERS HAVE THE POWER TO, AMONG OTHER THINGS, ELECT AND REMOVE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, AMEND THE GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, AND DISSOLVE THE ORGANIZATION.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 8b Documentation of meetings held by committees of governing body ORGANIZATION DOES NOT HAVE COMMITTEES.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b Review of form 990 by governing body AN INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTING FIRM PREPARED AND REVIEWED THE FORM 990. A FULL DRAFT OF THE 990 ALONG WITH ALL REQUIRED SCHEDULES IS THEN PROVIDED TO INTERNAL MANAGEMENT AND LEGAL COUNSEL FOR REVIEW. ALL QUESTIONS ARE ADDRESSED AND ANY MODIFICATIONS ARE MADE, IF NECESSARY. A FULL COPY OF THE RETURN WAS PROVIDED TO THE VOTING MEMBERS OF THE BOARD BEFORE FILING.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c Conflict of interest policy DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS ARE COVERED UNDER THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY. LEGAL COUNSEL MEETS PERIODICALLY TO REVIEW THE POLICY AND ANY POTENTIAL CONFLICTS, AS NEEDED.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 Required documents available to the public THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ALL REQUIRED DISCLOSURES AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UNDER IRS REGULATIONS.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 2 BUSINESS AND FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS HAVE A BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 51056K
Schedule O (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)


Additional Data


Software ID: 24020961
Software Version: 2024v5.1
SCHEDULE R
(Form 990)

(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35b, 36, or 37.
Attach to Form 990.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.

OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
Unlikely Collaborators Inc
 
Employer identification number

88-0928669
Part I
Identification of Disregarded Entities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN (if applicable) of disregarded entity


(b)
Primary activity


(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

(d)
Total income


(e)
End-of-year assets


(f)
Direct controlling
entity

(1) GRANTMAKING LLC
8605 Santa Monica Blvd 99722
WEST HOLLYWOOD,CA900694109
88-0928669
GRANT-MAKING DE 0 0 UCI
 










Part II
Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization


(b)
Primary activity


(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

(d)
Exempt Code section


(e)
Public charity status
(if section 501(c)(3))

(f)
Direct controlling
entity

(g)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No
(1)TINY BLUE DOT INC
8605 Santa Monica Blvd 99722

WEST HOLLYWOOD,CA900694109
46-4924931
GRANT MAKING DE 501(c)(3) PF NA
 
 
No
(2)UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS FOUNDATION
PO BOX 5004

WICHITA,KS67201
88-0946264
GRANT MAKING KS 501(c)(3) PF UCI
 
Yes
 
(3)ELIZABETH R KOCH FOUNDATION INC
8605 Santa Monica Blvd 99722

West Hollywood,CA900694109
83-4116804
GRANT MAKING DE 501(c)(3) PF UCI
 
Yes
 








For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50135Y
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 2
Part III
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization



(b)
Primary activity




(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)


(d)
Direct controlling
entity



(e)
Predominant income(related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(f)
Share of total income




(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets



(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?




(i)
Code V-UBI
amount in box 20 of
Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
(j)
General or
managing
partner?



(k)
Percentage
ownership


Yes No Yes No












Part IV
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization
(b)
Primary activity
(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)
(d)
Direct controlling
entity
(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or trust)
(f)
Share of total income
(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets
(h)
Percentage
ownership
(i)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No
(1) Words Etc Public Benefit Corporation

PO Box 5004
Wichita,KS67201
93-4580299
Public Benefit DE UCI
 
C Corporation 3,052,620 10,971,721 100 % Yes  












Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 3
Part V
Transactions With Related Organizations. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36.
Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III, or IV of this schedule.
Yes
No
1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?
a Receipt of (i) interest, (ii) annuities, (iii) royalties, or (iv) rent from a controlled entity .....................
1a
 
No
b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to related organization(s) ............................
1b
Yes
 
c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(s) ............................
1c
 
No
d Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(s) ............................
1d
 
No
e Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s) ............................
1e
 
No
f Dividends from related organization(s) ............................
1f
 
No
g Sale of assets to related organization(s) ............................
1g
 
No
h Purchase of assets from related organization(s) ............................
1h
 
No
i Exchange of assets with related organization(s) ............................
1i
 
No
j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s) .......................
1j
 
No
k Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) ......................
1k
 
No
l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s) .....................
1l
 
No
m Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s) .................
1m
 
No
n Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) ...................
1n
 
No
o Sharing of paid employees with related organization(s) ............................
1o
 
No
p Reimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expenses ............................
1p
 
No
q Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses ............................
1q
 
No
r Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(s) ............................
1r
 
No
s Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(s) ............................
1s
 
No
2
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.
(a)
Name of related organization
(b)
Transaction
type (a-s)
(c)
Amount involved
(d)
Method of determining amount involved
(1) Words Etc Public Benefit Corporation

B 9,874,787 FMV





Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 4
Part VI
Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.
Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity
(b)
Primary activity
(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country)
(d)
Predominant income (related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(e)
Are all partners
section
501(c)(3)
organizations?
(f)
Share of total income




(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets
(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?
(i)
Code V-UBI
amount in box 20
of Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
(j)
General or
managing
partner?
(k)
Percentage
ownership


Yes No Yes No Yes No






























Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 5
Part VII
Supplemental Information
Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R. See instructions.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)

Additional Data


Software ID: 24020961
Software Version: 2024v5.1