Form990EZ
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Short Form
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/Form990EZ for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2025
Open to Public
Inspection
A
For calendar year 2025, or tax year beginning 01 - 01 2025, and ending 12 - 31, 20 25
B
Check if applicable:
C Name of organization
HOBSON LODGE NO 23
FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS
Number and street (or P. O. box, if mail is not delivered to street address)801 PRINCE HALL DRIVE
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code RICHMOND, VA23224
D Employer identification number

23-7639794
E Telephone number

(804) 232-3537
F Group Exemption
Number  
G Accounting Method: Other (specify)   H Check I Website:www.hobsonlodge23.orgJ Tax-exempt status (check only one) - ( 8) (insert no.) or
K Form of organization:  
L Add lines 5b, 6c, and 7b to line 9 to determine gross receipts. If gross receipts are $200,000 or more, or if total assets (Part II, column (B) below) are $500,000 or more, file Form 990 instead of Form 990-EZ ........................... $ 177,767
Part Ⅰ
Revenue, Expenses, and Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances (see the instructions for Part I) Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part I.....................
VerticalRevenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts received .................... 1 20,119
2 Program service revenue including government fees and contracts ................ 2 136,357
3 Membership dues and assessments ............................. 3  
4 Investment income .................................... 4 3
5a Gross amount from sale of assets other than inventory ....... 5a  
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses ............ 5b 0
c Gain or (loss) from sale of assets other than inventory (Subtract line 5b from line 5a) ...... 5c  
6 Gaming and fundraising events
a Gross income from gaming (attach Schedule G if greater than $15,000) 6a  
b Gross income from fundraising events (not including $   of contributions from fundraising events reported on line 1) (attach Schedule G if the sum of such gross income and contributions exceeds $15,000) Click to see attachment
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6b 21,288
c Less: direct expenses from gaming and fundraising events ... 6c 12,364
d Net income or (loss) from gaming and fundraising events (add lines 6a and 6b and subtract line 6c) 6d 8,924
7a Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances ...... 7a  
b Less: cost of goods sold ............. 7b 0
c Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory (Subtract line 7b from line 7a) ......... 7c  
8 Other revenue (describe in Schedule O) .................... 8  
9 Total revenue. Add lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5c, 6d, 7c, and 8 .............. 9 165,403
VerticalExpenses 10 Grants and similar amounts paid (list in Schedule O) ................ 10  
11 Benefits paid to or for members ...................... 11  
12 Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits ................ 12  
13 Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors ............ 13 995
14 Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance ................... 14 37,128
15 Printing, publications, postage, and shipping ................... 15 73
16 Other expenses (describe in Schedule O) ................... 16 150,142
17 Total expenses. Add lines 10 through 16 ................. 17 188,338
VerticalNetAssets 18 Excess or (deficit) for the year (Subtract line 17 from line 9) ............ 18 -22,935
19 Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (from line 27, column (A)) (must agree with
end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) ................. 19 74,469
20 Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........... 20 951
21 Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 18 through 20 .......... 21 52,485
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions.
Cat. No. 10642I Form 990-EZ (2025)
Form 990-EZ (2025)
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Part ⅡBalance Sheets (see the instructions for Part II)Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part II.................

(A) Beginning of year(B) End of year
22Cash, savings, and investments................
56,023
22
29,789
23Land and buildings....................
22,696
23
22,696
24Other assets (describe in Schedule O) ..........
 
24
 
25Total assets......................
78,719
25
52,485
26
Total liabilities (describe in Schedule O) .............
4,250
26
 
27Net assets or fund balances (line 27 of column (B) must agree with line 21)
74,469
27
52,485
Part ⅢStatement of Program Service Accomplishments (see the instructions for Part III) Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part III . . Expenses
(Required for section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations; optional for others.)
What is the organization's primary exempt purpose? To promote social and friendship exchange among members and the community through use of the facility, program sponsorships and fraternal interaction.
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. In a clear and concise manner, describe the services provided, the number of persons benefited, and other relevant information for each program title.
28 a.National Night Out (July 2025) National Night Out is an annual community event that Hobson Lodge No. 23 sponsors which is designed to strengthen neighborhood bonds and promote crime prevention by fostering partner ships between local residents, law enforcement and various local organizations. This annual event also encourages neighbors to connect and learn about safety programs and participate in family-friendly activities in the Community.b.Knights of Pythagoras Annual Convention (July 2025) The Hobson Lodge No. 23 Knights of Pythagoras is a youth organization that serves boys between the ages of 9 to 20. It is sponsored by may Prince Hall Mason Masonic Lodges and has five active councils in Virginia, located in Roanoke, South Boston, Richmond, Petersburg and Norfolk. The Mentors for the KOP are Prince Hall Masons who are professionals in their respect fields and leaders in their communities and churches. The KOP program focuses on developing leadership, responsibility and brotherhood among its members.c.Halloween Trunk or Treat (October 2025) Hobson Lodge No. 23 sponsors an annual Trunk-or-Treat to provide a safer alternative to traditional trick-or-treating. Instead of going door to door, Children go from car to car in the Hobson Lodge parking lot, collecting candy and other treats from the trunks of designated lodge brothers. This event is controlled and supervised by Hobson Lodge No. 23 brothers to promote community engagement , creativity and social interaction, making it a popular and enjoyable way to celebrate the Halloween season.d.Cancer Foundation Walk (November 2025) Hobson Lodge No. 23 sponsored a Cancer walk for the family of one of our Past Masters who passed away during 2025 from Cancer. The proceeds of the Cancer Walk was donated to the Cancer Foundation.e.Thanksgiving Basket Donations (November 2025) Hobson Lodge No. 23 annually sponsors several needy families and our Lodge Widows with baskets filled with can goods, various food products, including a Turkey to be able to prepare a Thanksgiving Dinner for their family.f.Operation Santa Claus (December 2025) - Hobson Lodge No. 23 annually sponsors several chosen needy families Children by taking them shopping at the local Walmart or Target and letting them select whatever they would like (up to$150.00 per child). After shopping, the Children are brought back to Hobson Lodge for a luncheon where they are provided Hotdogs and Hamburgers with their Parents in attendance. Also, each of the children get to meet and speak with Santa Claus and are giving a small gift to take home.
(Grants $   ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...
28a  
29
(Grants $   ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...
29a
30
(Grants $   ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...
30a
31 Other program services (describe in Schedule O) ................
(Grants $   ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here...
31a
32 Total program service expenses (add lines 28a through 31a).......... 32  
Part Ⅳ
List of Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees (list each one even if not compensated ; see the instructions for Part IV)Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part IV............
(a) Name and title (b) Average
hours per week
devoted to position
(c) Reportable compensation
(Forms W-2/1099-MISC) (if not paid, enter -0-)
(d) Health benefits, contributions to employee benefit plans, and
deferred compensation
(e) Estimated amount
of other compensation
JOSEPH M HOPE  
 
Worship Master
8.00 0    
OLIVER FUTRELL  
 
Senior Warden
8.00 0    
LEANDER COX  
 
Junior Warden
8.00 0    
EDWARD T HENDERSON JR  
 
Secretary
8.00 0    
HAROLD GLENN BROWN SR  
 
Treasurer
8.00 0    
HAYDEN WOODIE  
 
Senior Deacon
8.00 0    
ANTWON STOKES  
 
Junior Deacon
8.00 0    
WILKTION SHAW  
 
Tyler
8.00 0    
CARL JONES  
 
Chaplain
8.00 0    
WILLIE MCMILLAN  
 
Marshal
8.00 0    
JAMES THOMAS  
 
Asst. Treasurer
8.00 0    
JAMES MONTERIA  
 
Asst. Secretary
8.00 0    
RON HICKS  
 
President
8.00 0    
MELVIN FLUDD  
 
Member
8.00 0    
ELWIN W CARTER III  
 
Member
8.00 0    
WADELL BLACKSTON  
 
Member
8.00 0    
LEON BLOUNT  
 
Member
8.00 0    
VERNON THOMAS  
 
Member
8.00 0    
DAVID PANKEY  
 
Member
8.00 0    
VINCENT HICKS  
 
Member
8.00 0    
Form 990-EZ (2025)
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Part Ⅴ
Other Information
(Note the Schedule A and personal benefit contract statement requirements in the
instructions for Part V.) Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part V.......
Yes
No
33
Did the organization engage in any significant activity not previously reported to the IRS? If "Yes," provide a detailed description of each activity in Schedule O ...................
33
 
No
34
Were any significant changes made to the organizing or governing documents? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the amended documents if they reflect a change to the organization’s name. Otherwise, explain the changeon Schedule O. See instructions. ..........................
34
 
No
35a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year from business activities (such as those reported on lines 2, 6a, and 7a, among others)? ............
35a
 
No
b
If "Yes," to line 35a, has the organization filed a Form 990-T for the year? If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O
35b
 
 
c
Was the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization subject to section 6033(e) notice, reporting, and proxy tax requirements during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part III
35c
 
No
36
Did the organization undergo a liquidation, dissolution, termination, or significant disposition of net assets during the year? If “Yes," complete applicable parts of Schedule N ................
36
 
No
37a
Enter amount of political expenditures, direct or indirect, as described in the instructions.
37a
 
b
Did the organization file Form 1120-POL for this year?...................
37b
 
No
38a
Did the organization borrow from, or make any loans to, any officer, director, trustee, or key employee or were
any such loans made in a prior year and still outstanding at the end of the tax year covered by this return?..
38a
 
No
b
If “Yes," complete Schedule L, Part II and enter the total amount involved .
38b
 
39
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on line 9.......
39a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on line 9, for public use of club facilities.....
39b
 
40a
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Enter amount of tax imposed on the organization during the year under:
section 4911 0 ; section 4912 0 ; section 4955 0
b
Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in any section 4958 excess benefit transaction during the year, or did it engage in an excess benefit transaction in a prior year that has not been reported on any of its prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If “Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I
40b
 
 
c
Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Enter amount of tax imposed on organization managers or disqualified persons during the year under sections 4912, 4955, and 49580
d
Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Enter amount of tax on line 40c reimbursed by the organization0
e
All organizations. At any time during the tax year, was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction? If "Yes," complete Form 8886-T ................
40e
 
No
41List the states with which a copy of this return is filed.
42a The organization's books are in care of HAROLD G BROWN SR
Telephone no. (804) 920-5584


Located at 801 PRINCE HALL DRIVERICHMOND, VA ZIP + 4 23224


Yes
No
b
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)? . .
42b
 
No
If “Yes," enter the name of the foreign country:
See the instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR).
c
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization maintain an office outside the U.S.? . . .
42c
 
No
If “Yes," enter the name of the foreign country:
43 Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts filing Form 990-EZ in lieu of Form 1041 - Check here ......
and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the tax year .... 43
 
Yes
No
44a
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds during the year? If "Yes," Form 990 must be completed insteadof Form 990-EZ.............................
44a
 
No
b
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities during the year? If "Yes," Form 990 must be completedinstead of Form 990-EZ.............................
44b
 
No
c
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the year? .........
44c
 
No
d
If "Yes," to line 44c, has the organization filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No," provide an
explanation in Schedule O ............................
44d
 
 
45a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?.........
45a
 
No
45b
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," Form 990 and Schedule R may need to be completed instead of Form 990-EZ (see instructions)......................
45b
 
No
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Yes
No
46
Did the organization engage, directly or indirectly, in political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If “Yes," complete Schedule C, Part I. ...........
46
 
No
Part Ⅵ
Section 501(c)(3) Organizations Only All section 501(c)(3) organizations must answer questions 47- 49b and 52, and complete the tables for lines 50 and 51. Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part VI ..................
Yes
No
47
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 .......................
47
 
 
48
Is the organization a school as described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E ..
48
 
 
49a
Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization?......
49a
 
 
b
If "Yes," was the related organization a section 527 organization?................
49b
 
 
50
Complete this table for the organization's five highest compensated employees (other than officers, directors, trustees and key employees) who each received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. If there is none, enter "None."
(a) Name and title of each employee (b) Average
hours per week
devoted to position
(c) Reportable compensation
(Forms W-2/1099-MISC)
(d) Health benefits, contributions to employee benefit plans, and deferred compensation (e) Estimated amount of other compensation
NONE
f
Total number of other employees paid over $100,000 .............  

51
Complete this table for the organization's five highest compensated independent contractors who each received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. If there is none, enter "None."
(a) Name and business address of each independent contractor (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
NONE
d
Total number of other independent contractors each receiving over $100,000..........  


52
Did the organization complete Schedule A? NOTE. All section 501(c)(3) organizations must attach a
completed Schedule A ........................................

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
Officer's name and title
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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 .........
Form 990-EZ (2025)

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Form 990-EZ, Special Condition Description:
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SCHEDULE G (Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. Attach to Form 990 or Form 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
HOBSON LODGE NO 23
FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS
Employer identification number

23-7639794
Part I
Fundraising Activities.Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this part.
1
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a e
b f
c g
d
2a
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?
b
If "Yes," list the 10 highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.


(i) Name and address of individual
or entity (fundraiser)
(ii) Activity (iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions? (iv) Gross receipts
from activity
(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i)
(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
Yes No
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .      
3
List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50083H
Schedule G (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.






VerticalRevenue
(a) Event #1

LODGE & COMMUNITY EVENTS
(event type)
(b) Event #2

 
(event type)
(c) Other events

 
(total number)
(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through col. (c))

1

Gross receipts . . . . .

21,288

 

 

21,288

2

Less: Contributions . . . .

 

 

 

 
3 Gross income (line 1 minus
line 2) . . . . . .

21,288

 

 

21,288



VerticalDirectExpenses
4 Cash prizes . . . . .        
5 Noncash prizes . . . .        
6 Rent/facility costs . . . .        
7 Food and beverages . . .        
8 Entertainment . . . .        
9 Other direct expenses . . . 12,364     12,364
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . . 12,364
11 Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d). . . . . . . . . . 8,924
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
VerticalRevenue
(a) Bingo (b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo
(c) Other gaming (d) Total gaming (add col.(a) through col.(c))

1

Gross revenue . . . . .

 

 

 

 
VerticalDirectExpenses

2

Cash prizes . . . . .

 

 

 

 

3

Noncash prizes . . . .

 

 

 

 

4

Rent/facility costs . . . .

 

 

 

 

5

Other direct expenses . . .

 

 

 

 


6


Volunteer labor . . . .
%
%
%


7

Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . .

 

8

Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d). . . . . . . . .

 

9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization conducts gaming activities:
a
Is the organization licensed to conduct gaming activities in each of these states? . . . . . . . .
YesNo
b
If "No," explain:
 
10a
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? . . .
YesNo
b
If "Yes," explain:
 
Schedule G (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule G (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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11
Does the organization conduct gaming activities with nonmembers? . . . . . . . . . . .
YesNo
12
Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
YesNo
13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity conducted in:
a
The organization's facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13a
%
b
An outside facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13b
%
14
Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name
Address
15a
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization $   and the
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party $   .
c
If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:
Name
Address
16
Gaming manager information:
Name
Gaming manager compensation $  
Description of services provided
 
17
Mandatory distributions:
a
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year $  
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v); and Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also provide any additional information. See instructions.
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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
HOBSON LODGE NO 23
FREE AND ACCEPTED MASONS
Employer identification number

23-7639794
Return Reference Explanation
Other Expenses.1005 Travel $2405
Other Expenses.1008 Interest $2723
Other Expenses.1012 Insurance $15372
Other Expenses.1 Janitorial Services $21160
Other Expenses.2 AC Maintenance $18847
Other Expenses.3 Equipment $14971
Other Expenses.4 Linen Service $14766
Other Expenses.5 Supplies $10492
Other Expenses.6 Assessments $8340
Other Expenses.7 Telephone & Internet $8336
Other Expenses.8 Repairs & Maintenance $5457
Other Expenses.9 Miscellaneous Lodge Payments $3762
Other Expenses.10 Electrical & Mechanical $3662
Other Expenses.11 Waste Removal $3206
Other Expenses.12 Elevator Service & Inspection $3151
Other Expenses.13 Outreach $3000
Other Expenses.14 Knights of Pythagoras $2889
Other Expenses.15 Landscaping $1830
Other Expenses.16 ALM Tax $1472
Other Expenses.17 Website Expense $1094
Other Expenses.18 Grand Lodge Session $780
Other Expenses.19 Refunds $768
Other Expenses.20 Dues & Subscriptions $726
Other Expenses.21 Pest Control $530
Other Expenses.22 Miscellaneous $403
Total Liabilities.1 SBA Loan - Beginning $4250 SBA Loan - Ending $0
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 51056K
Schedule O (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)


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