TY 2025 Form 990EZ

(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
JAYLEN CAVIL Director	1.00	0	0	0
PADEN SHEUMAKER Director	1.0	0	0	0
CATHERINE BURRIS LYONS Director	1.0	0	0	0

(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

JAYLEN CAVIL

Director

1.00

PADEN SHEUMAKER

Director

1.0

CATHERINE BURRIS LYONS

Director

1.0

(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

(a) Name and business address of each independent contractor

(b) Type of service

(c) Compensation

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SCHEDULE N
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Liquidation, Termination, Dissolution, or Significant Disposition of Assets
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 31 or 32; or Form 990-EZ, line 36.
Attach certified copies of any articles of dissolution, resolutions, or plans.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2025

Open to Public
Inspection

Name of the organization
DES MOINES BLACK LIBERATION MOVEMENT COLLECTIVE
dba DSM BLM Collective

Employer identification number
85-2720434

Part I

Liquidation, Termination, or Dissolution. Complete this part if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 31, or Form 990-EZ, line 36. Part I can be duplicated if additional space is needed. Click to see attachment

List of Attached Documents:

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1(a) Description of asset(s) distributed or transaction expenses paid	(b) Date of distribution	(c) Fair market value of asset(s) distributed or amount of transaction expenses	(d) Method of determining FMV for asset(s) distributed or transaction expenses	(e) EIN of recipient	(f) Name and address of recipient	(g) IRC section of recipient(s) (if tax-exempt) or type of entity
No assets remained at the time of dissolution; therefore, no distributions were made.	02-27-2026	0	Not applicable as no assets remained at the time of dissolution.		NA - No distributions were made

Yes

Did or will any officer, director, trustee, or key employee of the organization:

Become a director or trustee of a successor or transferee organization? ...........................

Become an employee of, or independent contractor for, a successor or transferee organization? .....................

Become a direct or indirect owner of a successor or transferee organization? .........................

Receive, or become entitled to, compensation or other similar payments as a result of the organization's liquidation, termination, or dissolution? ........

If the organization answered "Yes" to any of the questions on lines 2a through 2d, provide the name of the person involved and explain in Part III.

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

Cat. No. 50087Z

Schedule N (Form 990) (2025)

Page 2

Part I

Liquidation, Termination, or Dissolution (continued)

Note. If the organization distributed all of its assets during the tax year, then Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 16 (Total assets), and line 26 (Total liabilities), should equal -0-.

Yes

Did the organization distribute its assets in accordance with its governing instrument(s)? If "No," describe in Part III ...............

Yes

Is the organization required to notify the attorney general or other appropriate state official of its intent to dissolve, liquidate, or terminate? .........

Yes

If "Yes," did the organization provide such notice? ................................

Yes

Did the organization discharge or pay all of its liabilities in accordance with state laws? .......................

Yes

Did the organization have any tax-exempt bonds outstanding during the year? .........................

If "Yes" on line 6a, did the organization discharge or defease all of its tax-exempt bond liabilities during the tax year in accordance with the Internal Revenue Code and state laws?

If "Yes" on line 6b, describe in Part III how the organization defeased or otherwise settled these liabilities. If "No" on line 6b, explain in Part III.

Part II

Sale, Exchange, Disposition, or Other Transfer of More Than 25% of the Organization's Assets. Complete this part if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 32, or Form 990-EZ, line 36. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.

1(a) Description of asset(s) distributed or transaction expenses paid	(b) Date of distribution	(c) Fair market value of asset(s) distributed or amount of transaction expenses	(d) Method of determining FMV for asset(s) distributed or transaction expenses	(e) EIN of recipient	(f) Name and address of recipient	(g) IRC section of recipient(s) (if tax-exempt) or type of entity

Yes

Did or will any officer, director, trustee, or key employee of the organization:

Become a director or trustee of a successor or transferee organization? ...........................

Become an employee of, or independent contractor for, a successor or transferee organization? .....................

Become a direct or indirect owner of a successor or transferee organization? .........................

Receive, or become entitled to, compensation or other similar payments as a result of the organization's significant disposition of assets? ..........

If the organization answered "Yes" to any of the questions on lines 2a through 2d, provide the name of the person involved and explain in Part III.

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.

Cat. No. 50087Z

Schedule N (Form 990) (2025)

Page 3

Part III

Supplemental Information. Provide the information required by Part I, lines 2e and 6c, and Part II, line 2e. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.

Return Reference	Explanation

Schedule N (Form 990) (2025)

Additional Data

Software ID:	25022730
Software Version:	v1.00

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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

DES MOINES BLACK LIBERATION MOVEMENT COLLECTIVE
dba DSM BLM Collective

Employer identification number

85-2720434

Return Reference	Explanation
Form 990-EZ, Header, Line B	FINAL RETURN/TERMINATED STATEMENT. The Des Moines Black Liberation Movement Collective (DSM BLM Collective) ceased operations and filed Articles of Dissolution with the Iowa Secretary of State on February 27, 2026. As of the date of dissolution, the organization had no remaining assets or liabilities following payment of all ordinary operating expenses incurred in furtherance of its charitable purposes. This is consistent with both its Articles of Dissolution and Articles of Incorporation (Article VI - Dissolution). Accordingly, Schedule N (Liquidation, Termination, Dissolution, or Significant Disposition of Assets), filed with this return, reflects that no asset distributions were made at the time of dissolution. A final Form 990-EZ is being filed for the short tax period from July 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026. This return constitutes the organization's final return.
Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16	Description;Amount^Information Technology;874\|Conferences Meetings and Events;112\|Travel;583\|Office Expenses;61^Total;1630^

Return Reference

Explanation

Form 990-EZ, Header, Line B

FINAL RETURN/TERMINATED STATEMENT. The Des Moines Black Liberation Movement Collective (DSM BLM Collective) ceased operations and filed Articles of Dissolution with the Iowa Secretary of State on February 27, 2026. As of the date of dissolution, the organization had no remaining assets or liabilities following payment of all ordinary operating expenses incurred in furtherance of its charitable purposes. This is consistent with both its Articles of Dissolution and Articles of Incorporation (Article VI - Dissolution). Accordingly, Schedule N (Liquidation, Termination, Dissolution, or Significant Disposition of Assets), filed with this return, reflects that no asset distributions were made at the time of dissolution. A final Form 990-EZ is being filed for the short tax period from July 1, 2025, through February 28, 2026. This return constitutes the organization's final return.

Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16

Description;Amount^Information Technology;874|Conferences Meetings and Events;112|Travel;583|Office Expenses;61^Total;1630^

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:	25022730
Software Version:	v1.00

1	Contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts received ....................	1	367
2	Program service revenue including government fees and contracts ................	2	0
3	Membership dues and assessments .............................	3	0
4	Investment income ....................................	4	0
5a	Gross amount from sale of assets other than inventory .......	5a	0
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	0
6	Gaming and fundraising events
a	Gross income from gaming (attach Schedule G if greater than $15,000)	6a	0
b	Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 0 of contributions from fundraising events reported on line 1) (attach Schedule G if the			sum of such gross income and contributions exceeds $15,000) ..	6b	0
c	Less: direct expenses from gaming and fundraising events ...	6c	0
d	Net income or (loss) from gaming and fundraising events (add lines 6a and 6b and subtract line 6c)	6d	0
7a	Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances ......	7a	0
b	Less: cost of goods sold .............	7b	0
c	Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory (Subtract line 7b from line 7a) .........	7c	0
8	Other revenue (describe in Schedule O) ....................	8	0
9	Total revenue. Add lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5c, 6d, 7c, and 8 ..............	9	367

10	Grants and similar amounts paid (list in Schedule O) ................	10	40
11	Benefits paid to or for members ......................	11	0
12	Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits ................	12	0
13	Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors ............	13	22,561
14	Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance ...................	14	0
15	Printing, publications, postage, and shipping ...................	15	129
16	Other expenses (describe in Schedule O) ...................	16	1,630
17	Total expenses. Add lines 10 through 16 .................	17	24,360

18	Excess or (deficit) for the year (Subtract line 17 from line 9) ............	18	-23,993
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	23,993
20	Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ...........	20	0
21	Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 18 through 20 ..........	21	0

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? The Des Moines Black Liberation Movement (DSM BLM Collective) was formally incorporated on October 3, 2021, though its roots trace back to the days following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. The organization was founded to center Black voices, leadership, and ideas while advocating for meaningful, transformative change. DSM BLM Collective affirmed that every Black life matters and worked to uplift the dignity, well-being, and lived experiences of Black individuals across Des Moines and throughout Iowa. Its programs were created to directly support and improve outcomes for Black residents, while also building solidarity with organizations across the state working toward racial justice. DSM BLM Collective dissolved on February 27, 2026, after facing a lack of sustained financial support needed to continue its operations and programming.
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 CULTURE & EDUCATION - The Des Moines Black Liberation Movement Collective (DSM BLM Collective) supported inclusive, community-centered cultural and educational engagement aligned with its advocacy and direct action work. In July 2025, organizers attended the KC Defender-hosted Willa's Vinyl and Books Retirement Party in Kansas City, joining community members, artists, and organizers to celebrate the space's cultural significance while engaging in dialogue and informal learning. In October and November 2025, the organization coordinated and completed the deconstruction of the Black Children's Memorial Garden, a community space for reflection, education, and remembrance. Stewardship of the garden had been assumed from the DSM BLM Foundation, in anticipation of its dissolution on November 15, 2025. The deconstruction was carried out with care to honor the garden's significance while responsibly concluding its use, reflecting the organization's continued commitment to community engagement. (Grants $ 0) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...			28a	7,394
29 ADVOCACY & DIRECT ACTION - Due to financial constraints and the ongoing pursuit of mission-aligned funding, advocacy activities were limited during the year compared to prior periods. Organizers maintained a public presence primarily through social media by amplifying community education and calls to action, including commemorations of individuals who were victims of state and racial violence. These included Eric Garner, Michael Brown, Philando Castile, Sonya Massey, Jabari Peoples, Frank Embree, Joshua Williams, and Marcellus Khalifa Williams. These efforts centered on education, remembrance, and raising awareness of ongoing issues impacting Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color. DSM BLM Collective also supported and amplified advocacy efforts led by aligned local organizations. Limited direct actions - marches, rallies, or protests - were also organized during the year. (Grants $ 40) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...			29a	5,850
30 MUTUAL AID - DSM BLM Collective provided support and resources to Black and marginalized residents in Central Iowa to meet basic needs, enhance safety, and improve quality of life. Activities focused on connecting individuals and families to existing services and community-based support systems, including providing information and referrals related to housing stability and eviction prevention; supporting access to reproductive health resources and abortion doula services; and offering guidance and connections to crisis support during heat waves and other emergencies. The organization also assisted with distributing food and supplies through community fridges and pantries, and amplified fundraising and mutual aid efforts led by individuals and community partners. Additionally, the organization facilitated volunteer engagement, meal distribution, and strengthened mutual aid networks to support community-based resource sharing. (Grants $ 0) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...			30a	4,795
COMMUNICATIONS - The organization maintained an active communications presence through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and the DSM BLM Collective's website. Through these platforms, it shared and amplified information related to the work, campaigns, and actions of partner organizations and aligned movements, reaching a total audience of over 38,400 followers across all platforms as of its dissolution on February 27, 2026. In addition, the organization collaborated on content in connection with a podcast appearance to further support outreach and public engagement efforts. (Grants $ 0) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...		2,155
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	20,194

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